Institutional Characteristics
The following table compares the basic academic information between selected colleges. By school type, all 6 selected colleges are public. By school level, all 6 schools are 2-4 year institutions.
| Name | Location | Type/Level | Highest Degree | Offered Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| College of the Canyons | Santa Clarita, CA | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Columbia College | Sonora, CA | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Cuesta College | San Luis Obispo, CA | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Gavilan College | Gilroy, CA | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Palo Verde College | Blythe, CA | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Palomar College | San Marcos, CA | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
Key Facts Comparison
The average tuition & fees of selected colleges is - for all undergraduate students. The following table compares key facts for each schools including acceptance rate, graduation rate, tuition, student to faculty ratio, and student population.
| Name | Tuition & Fees | Acceptance Rate | Graduation Rate | Student Faculty Ratio | Student Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| College of the Canyons | $1,176 / $11,232 | - | 42% | 26:1 | 18,075 |
| Columbia College | $1,547 / $8,870 | - | 27% | 14:1 | 2,349 |
| Cuesta College | $1,340 / $11,000 | - | 43% | 27:1 | 9,908 |
| Gavilan College | $1,506 / $12,246 | - | 32% | 21:1 | 4,561 |
| Palo Verde College | $1,288 / $12,880 | - | 30% | 24:1 | 4,639 |
| Palomar College | $1,354 / $10,650 | - | 30% | 21:1 | 17,655 |
| Average | - | - | 0.00% | 0.00:1 | 0 |