Our Story
Established in 1926, College of Marin has remained committed to educational excellence, providing equitable opportunities, and fostering success in all members of our diverse community. With campuses in Kentfield and Novato, students of all ages have affordable access to an exciting variety of credit and noncredit courses, as well as community education classes for lifelong learning. The Kentfield Campus is located approximately 20 minutes north of the Golden Gate Bridge at 835 College Avenue in Kentfield. The Indian Valley Campus is located approximately 14 miles north of the Kentfield Campus on a spectacular 333 acre site at 1800 Ignacio Boulevard in Novato.
For over 90 years, College of Marin has helped students transfer to universities as juniors, train for new careers, advance in their jobs, learn basic skills, and enjoy the benefits of lifelong learning. From business to sciences to performing arts – there is something for every type of student. Take a look at our exciting variety of credit, noncredit, and community education classes to learn more!
College of Marin is one of 114 public community colleges in California and approximately 13,000 credit, noncredit, and community education students enroll annually. Learn more about College of Marin student characteristics in a summary report produced each semester by the Planning, Research, and Institutional Effectiveness Office.