City College of San FranciscoStudent Guide

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Student guide · Fall 2026 Half-Term 1

The semester, explained for City College of San Francisco

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall 2026 Half-Term 1
Campus terms
11
Local details
13

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 Half-Term 1 runs Aug 18, 2026 – Oct 18, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

12 entries
  1. Summer 2026Summer 2026 8-week Session
  2. Summer 2026 7-week Session
  3. Summer 2026 4-week Session 2
  4. Fall 2026 Half-Term 1Relevant now
  5. Fall 2026Fall 2026 Full-Term
  6. Fall 2026 8-week Session 1
  7. Fall 2026 16-week Session
  8. Fall 2026 12-week Session
  9. Fall 2026 Half-Term 2
  10. Fall 2026 8-week Session 2

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Campus language

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11 terms

A

AFT 2121
The faculty union (American Federation of Teachers Local 2121), frequently active in campus advocacy.
AS
Associated Students, the official student government body of CCSF.

C

City
Common shorthand used by students and locals to refer to the college itself.
City Café
The main campus cafeteria located in the Smith Hall building.

D

DSPS
Disabled Students Programs and Services, offering accommodations and support for students with disabilities.

E

Educated Palate
A student-run retail food outlet and cafe located at the Downtown Center.
EOPS
Extended Opportunity Programs and Services, providing support for students facing economic and educational barriers.

F

Free City
The program that provides free tuition to San Francisco residents attending CCSF.

P

Pierre Coste
The formal student-run dining room operated by the Culinary Arts and Hospitality Studies department.
PUENTE
A national award-winning program that helps students reach four-year colleges and universities.

T

The Hill
The steep incline on the Ocean Campus that students must walk up to reach Batmale and Cloud Halls.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

13 details
Batmale
Batmale Hall, a major academic building located at the highest point of the Ocean Campus.
caf_de_la_mission
Café de la Mission
chef_s_table
Chef's Table
Clipper
The transit card used by students to access MUNI and BART for commuting to various campus centers.
Cloud
Cloud Hall, one of the primary academic buildings on the Ocean Campus.
Creative Arts
The building housing the music, art, and cinema departments, often abbreviated as CA.
Late Start
Short-term classes that begin several weeks into the standard semester.
MUB
Multi-Use Building, a central hub housing the bookstore, cafeteria, and various student services.
myCCSF
The online student portal used for registration, checking grades, and managing financial aid.
Ocean
The primary and largest campus of CCSF, located on Frida Kahlo Way.
ocean_campus_cafeteria
Ocean Campus Cafeteria
RAM ID
The single sign-on username and password used to access all CCSF digital services and Wi-Fi.
Rosenberg
The Rosenberg Library, the main library and learning resource center.

Quick answers

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 Half-Term 1 runs Aug 18, 2026 – Oct 18, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
11 approved campus terms and 13 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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  • Major-aligned clubs, pre-professional groups, and research communities.
  • Performing arts, visual arts, student publications, film, and music.
  • Cultural orgs, identity communities, and faith-based groups.
  • Volunteer groups, civic engagement, mutual aid, and student government.
  • Outdoor clubs, intramural sports, club sports, and rec center programs.
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Life in San Francisco for City College of San Francisco Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in San Francisco.

Timezone

Pacific Time (PT)

Median Rent

$3,600

Cost of Living Index

180

Student Population

140,000

City Transportation

Walkability

99

Bikeability

74

Public Transit

Muni (buses, light rail, streetcars), Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART), Caltrain

Nearest Airports

San Francisco International Airport, Oakland International Airport, San Jose International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Mediterranean

Avg Annual Temp

57.3°F

Avg Snowfall

0 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Ocean Campus North Parking Lot

surface_lot • Limited

Includes Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations.

Multi-Use Building Parking Lot

surface_lot • Limited

Located at 50 Frida Kahlo Way.

Ocean Campus Parking Structure

garage • Under Construction

A new five-level structure at 95 Frida Kahlo Way designed for 641 vehicles.

Campus News

Latest updates from City College of San Francisco

City College of San Francisco Slated to Close Downtown Campus

CCSF announced plans to close its nine-story downtown campus at Fourth and Mission streets due to sharp enrollment declines and the loss of state funding.

Mar 10, 2026

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CCSF Partners with UCSF for Radiologic Technologist Apprenticeship

Chancellor Messina joined partners for a signing ceremony recognizing UCSF's radiologic technologist programs as Registered Apprenticeship Programs in partnership with CCSF.

Aug 19, 2026

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AlertSF provides city-wide emergency notifications for San Francisco residents and students.

AlertSF provides city-wide emergency notifications for San Francisco residents and students.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at City College of San Francisco

3D Printing Workshop

September 1, 2026

Rosenberg Library Building, Collaboratory R 403, Ocean Campus

Learn the basics of 3D printing with a beginner's overview and hands-on instruction. Workshops are free and open to all students and employees.

Traditional Aztec Ceremonia

September 2, 2026

Ram Plaza, Ocean Campus

A ceremony to welcome CCSF Scholars for the Fall 2026 semester featuring a live performance by Danza Xitlalli, a resource fair, and a scavenger hunt.

Podcast Studio Open House

September 9, 2026

Rosenberg Library Building, Collaboratory R 403, Ocean Campus

Tour and learn about the new podcast studio. Open to all current students and employees to explore podcasting and radio voice development.

CCSF Mission Center Open House

September 15, 2026

Mission Center, 1125 Valencia Street, Room 109 (Auditorium)

Students are invited to learn about student support services and programs and connect with campus resources.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at City College of San Francisco

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

3 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Fromm

Gillson

Hayes-Healy

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Public

Email Domain

@citycollegeofsanfran.edu

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