San Mateo Colleges of Silicon Valley (formerly known as MSquare) is a public community college district. It comprises three colleges: College of San Mateo, Cañada College, and Skyline College. These institutions are part of the California Community Colleges system, which is publicly funded and operated.
The district serves San Mateo County and offers affordable education, vocational training, and transfer programs to four-year universities. As public colleges, they prioritize accessibility, with lower tuition fees compared to private institutions, and adhere to state educational standards.
