College of the Desert is a public, 2-year institution established in Palm Desert, California, with satellite locations in Indio, Thermal, Desert Hot Springs, and Palm Springs. COD is officially recognized as a Hispanic-serving institution, meaning the full-time student population of the college is at least 25% Hispanic. The college offers over 100 academic programs, awarding associate degrees and certificates to prepare students for job placement or college transfer. Eligible students can take advantage of the school’s New Horizons Book Lending Program, which provides books to individuals with educational barriers.