
TEMECULA – Mt. San Jacinto College (MSJC) welcomed approximately 17,000 students on Monday, August 11, for the start of the 2025–26 academic year, with 30% beginning their educational journey at MSJC for the first time. The college enters the new term with historic milestones and national recognition, underscoring its commitment to equity, opportunity, and student achievement.MSJC students reached the college’s highest success rate ever, 74.3%, while course completion rates climbed to a record 89.9%. More students than ever, 53%, are earning degrees in three years or less, supported by streamlined pathways that help them reach their goals efficiently.“These achievements reflect the dedication and talent of our