College of Marin

What College of Marin does

College of Marin is a public community college founded in 1926 and operated by the Marin Community College District, serving approximately 250,000 residents of Marin County, California. The institution operates two physical campuses — Kentfield (835 College Ave.) and Indian Valley in Novato (1800 Ignacio Blvd.) — and delivers credit and non-credit courses leading to associate degrees, certificates, and university transfer preparation, alongside career and technical education, ESL programs, community education, athletics, and fine and performing arts. Students are segmented across traditional college enrollees, high school dual-enrollees (via the Jumpstart program at no per-unit cost), international F-1 visa students, community members in non-credit enrichment, and student parents supported by the Child Development Program.

The core technology layer is assembled from third-party SaaS platforms: Canvas LMS for online and hybrid course delivery, TimelyCare for 24/7 student telehealth, iParq for virtual parking permits (deployed August 2022), Facilitron for facilities rental, and SuperSearch for library database access. The Zero Textbook Cost (ZTC) and Open Educational Resources (OER) program, grown over more than six years, reduces textbook costs across a rising share of courses and is positioned as a key equity and accessibility differentiator. Supporting services include counseling, psychological services, tutoring, transfer center, career services, basic needs support (food, housing, technology lending), student accessibility services, and veterans services.

The business model is characteristic of a California public community college: revenue is composed primarily of state apportionment and local property taxes, supplemented by per-unit student enrollment fees (with financial aid and fee waivers for qualifying high school Jumpstart enrollees), grants and donations managed through an Advancement office (including the President's Circle and planned-giving programs), and ancillary transactional revenue from facilities rental (per the Civic Center Act) and parking permits ($46/semester, $25 summer, $4 daily). Distribution is direct through on-campus instruction, self-serve online learning, and channel partnerships with local high schools and community renters. Marketing relies on the marin.edu website, MyCOM student portal, campus tours, social media, and email newsletters.

Name

College of Marin

Legal name

Marin Community College District

Website

https://marin.edu

Company type

Public

Founded year

1926

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

College of Marin is a public community college founded in 1926, operating two campuses in Kentfield and Novato, California. It delivers associate degrees, certificates, transfer pathways, career education, and student support services to Marin County residents using Canvas LMS and partner platforms.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Higher Education / Community College

NAICS

Junior Colleges (6112), Junior Colleges (61121)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public Community Colleges (EDAHADAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Comprehensive Community Colleges (Transfer + Workforce) (EDAHADAE), Workforce Development & Continuing Education Divisions (Noncredit) (EDAHADAG), University/College Continuing Education (Extension) Programs (EDAAAEAA), Online Community Colleges (2-Year, Degree/Transfer) (EDAHALAC)

Keywords

• Community college education
• Career technical education
• Continuing education programs
• Transfer preparation pathways
• Student support services

Headquarters

HQ city

Kentfield

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Others, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. State Funding and Property Tax Revenue: As a public community college within the Marin Community College District, the college receives state funding and property tax revenues as primary funding sources.
2. Student Tuition and Fees: Students pay per-unit enrollment fees for credit classes. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants are available to offset costs. High school students in the Jumpstart program can enroll at no per-unit fee.
3. Grants and Donations: The college operates an Advancement office managing alumni relations, donor stories, scholarships, planned giving, and the President's Circle giving program.
4. Facilities Rental: Marin Community College District makes school and athletic facilities available for rental when not used for school purposes, in accordance with the Civic Center Act. Rental fees are charged for events, meetings, and conferences.

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

College of Marin provides affordable higher education through credit and non-credit academic programs leading to associate degrees, certificates, and university transfer preparation, delivered across two campuses (Kentfield and Indian Valley) and online via the Canvas LMS. The college layers in Workforce/Career and Technical Education, Continuing/Community Education, ESL, Athletics, and a range of student support services including 24/7 telehealth, counseling, tutoring, transfer advising, basic needs, child development, veterans, and international student services.

Product overview

College of Marin is a community college district operating as a two-campus institution (Kentfield and Indian Valley) offering a comprehensive educational ecosystem. The core academic offerings include credit and non-credit programs leading to degrees, certificates, and university transfer preparation, delivered primarily through Canvas LMS for online learning. Student support services form a critical layer covering health (TimelyCare 24/7 telehealth), counseling and psychological services, tutoring, transfer guidance, career services, and basic needs support including technology lending and food access. The institution also provides community education, ESL instruction, athletics, fine and performing arts, and facilities rental services. Administrative operations include parking management via iParq, enrollment services, and human resources. The OER/ZTC program addresses textbook affordability. The institution is regionally accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Academic Programs (credit and non-credit) Credit-bearing and non-credit courses leading to associate degrees, certificates, and transfer preparation for currently enrolled and prospective students of the Marin Community College District.
• Online Learning (Canvas LMS) Distance and hybrid education delivered through the Canvas learning management system, enabling students to access courses, schedules, and academic program information online with support services such as tutoring, library resources, and technology lending.
• Career and Technical Education Vocational and career-pathway programs providing workforce training and technical credentials for students and community members seeking employment-ready skills.
• Community Education Non-credit continuing education classes in personal enrichment and professional development open to the general public, plus the COMmunity Hour programming.
• ESL Program English as a Second Language courses supporting non-native speakers in developing English proficiency for academic, professional, and community contexts.
• Student Health Services 24/7 virtual healthcare through TimelyCare (medical visits and prescription access) plus in-person services at the Kentfield Campus for currently enrolled students.
• Counseling and Psychological Services Academic counseling, psychological services, drop-in wellness sessions, and crisis resources supporting enrolled students' mental health and educational planning.
• Tutoring and Academic Labs Drop-in and scheduled tutoring centers and learning labs supporting enrolled students in coursework across disciplines.
• Transfer Center Advising, checklists, and transition workshops preparing students for transfer admission to four-year universities including UC, CSU, and private institutions.
• Basic Needs Services Coordinated support services addressing food security, housing, healthcare access, technology, transportation, and mental wellness for currently enrolled students.
• Technology Lending Program Laptop and Wi-Fi hotspot lending coordinated by Library, IT, and Student Activities to currently enrolled students who lack technology access.
• Open Educational Resources (OER) and Zero Textbook Cost (ZTC) Program College-wide program supporting faculty adoption of OER and ZTC course materials to eliminate textbook costs for students across a growing share of courses.
• Athletics Intercollegiate athletic programs including women's soccer and other sports for enrolled student-athletes, also serving as a student-life offering.
• Facilities Rental Rental of school and athletic facilities—including the Bill and Adele Jonas Center, Performing Arts Building, James Dunn Theatre, and outdoor spaces—to community organizations, event organizers, and athletic groups under the Civic Center Act, booked via the Facilitron online system.
• Parking Services Parking permit management via iParq offering semester ($46), summer ($25), and daily ($4) permits with EV charging and accessible parking across both campuses; Financial Aid recipients qualify for half-price permits.
• Jumpstart/College Credit Program Partnership with local high schools allowing high school students to enroll in College of Marin courses at no per-unit cost to earn transferable college credit and explore majors.
• Campus Tours and Student Ambassador Outreach Guided campus tours led by Student Ambassadors and outreach at K-12, community, and career events to introduce prospective students to programs and campus life.
• Child Development Program Income-eligible childcare scholarships for children ages 2.9-5 of enrolled student parents, supporting persistence in college.
• Veterans Services Dedicated support services assisting student veterans with benefits, enrollment, and academic success.
• International Students Program Admissions, F-1 visa support, and ongoing services for international students enrolling at College of Marin.
• Library Services Library services including access to databases (SuperSearch), research support, group study rooms, technology lending, and museum pass programs for currently enrolled students and community borrowers.

Quantifiable outcome

• OER program has grown over 6 years via the Zero Textbook Cost program
• +1 more outcomes

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Napa Valley College: Public community college in adjacent Napa County offering associate degrees, transfer preparation, and CTE. Direct peer as a Northern California public two-year institution with comparable enrollment scale and demographic profile.
• Berkeley City College: Public community college in Berkeley within the Peralta Community College District, focused on transfer and workforce education. Direct peer as an urban Bay Area public two-year college with similar mission and student mix.
• College of San Mateo: A neighboring public community college in the San Mateo County Community College District serving the San Francisco Peninsula with associate degrees, transfer, and CTE programs. Directly comparable as a Bay Area public two-year college with similar student demographics.
• Skyline College: Another college within the San Mateo County Community College District, offering associate degrees, transfer, and workforce programs. Directly comparable as a peer two-campus public community college in the Bay Area region.
• Contra Costa College: Public community college in the Contra Costa Community College District serving the East Bay. Direct peer offering similar associate degree, transfer, and continuing education programs within the same California Community Colleges system.
• Cañada College: Third college within the San Mateo County Community College District located on the Peninsula. Direct peer operating a public two-year model with associate degrees, transfer pathways, and workforce education.
• Diablo Valley College: Largest college in the Contra Costa Community College District, offering comprehensive associate, transfer, and CTE programs. Directly comparable in scope and operating model as a major Bay Area public community college.
• Santa Rosa Junior College: Major California public community college in Sonoma County with similar North Bay geographic positioning. Directly comparable as a multi-campus two-year institution serving a defined county population with credit, non-credit, and CTE programs.
• City College of San Francisco: One of the largest public community colleges in California, also part of the Bay Area public two-year system offering associate degrees, transfer, and continuing education. Direct peer in mission, scope, and service population profile.

Regional players

• Las Positas College: Public community college in the Chabot-Las Positas Community College District in the Tri-Valley area. Comparable as a California public two-year college with similar transfer and CTE focus, but serving a different inland East Bay geography.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/collegeofmarin
• Facebookfacebook.com/collegeofmarin
• Instagraminstagram.com/com_studenthealth
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/college-of-marin

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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