Institutional Characteristics
The following table compares the basic academic information between selected colleges. By school type, all 5 selected colleges are public. By school level, there are 1 four years (or high) schools and 4 2-4 years schools .
| Name | Location | Type/Level | Highest Degree | Offered Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| College of the Canyons | Santa Clarita, CA | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| City College of San Francisco | San Francisco, CA | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Merritt College | Oakland, CA | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| San Diego Mesa College | San Diego, CA | Public, four-years | Bachelor's Degree | Certificate, Associate, Bachelor |
| San Jose City College | San Jose, 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 |
| City College of San Francisco | $1,696 / $14,656 | - | 37% | 20:1 | 16,134 |
| Merritt College | $1,167 / $8,703 | - | 20% | 26:1 | 6,514 |
| San Diego Mesa College | $1,150 / $9,094 | - | 33% | 24:1 | 18,076 |
| San Jose City College | $1,366 / $9,486 | - | 33% | 23:1 | 7,561 |
| Average | - | - | 0.00% | 0.00:1 | 0 |