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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Camino Community College District | Torrance, CA | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Merced College | Merced, CA | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Mt San Jacinto Community College District | San Jacinto, CA | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Santa Barbara City College | Santa Barbara, CA | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Norco College | Norco, CA | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Tri-Community Adult Education | Covina, CA | Public, 2-4 years | Non-degree granting | Certificate |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Camino Community College District | $1,144 / $7,144 | - | 35% | 26:1 | 19,944 |
| Merced College | $1,194 / $8,154 | - | 29% | 25:1 | 10,214 |
| Mt San Jacinto Community College District | $1,406 / $11,276 | - | 32% | 30:1 | 15,153 |
| Santa Barbara City College | $1,234 / $10,186 | - | 39% | 37:1 | 12,675 |
| Norco College | $1,420 / $11,230 | - | 33% | 26:1 | 9,467 |
| Tri-Community Adult Education | $16,000 / $16,000 | - | - | 15:1 | 217 |
| Average | - | - | 0.00% | 0.00:1 | 0 |