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, all 5 schools are 2-4 years institutes.
| Name | Location | Type/Level | Highest Degree | Offered Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| American River College | Sacramento, 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 |
| Cuyamaca College | El Cajon, CA | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Saddleback College | Mission Viejo, CA | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Charles A Jones Career and Education Center | Sacramento, CA | Public, 2-4 years | Non-degree granting | Certificate |
Key Facts Comparison
The average tuition & fees of selected colleges is $2,526 for State residents and $12,272 for out-of-state students. The average acceptance rate is 0.00% and graduation rate is 44.20%. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| American River College | $1,288 / $10,168 | - | 31% | 27:1 | 25,422 |
| City College of San Francisco | $1,168 / $8,704 | - | 37% | 24:1 | 19,707 |
| Cuyamaca College | $1,340 / $9,936 | - | 31% | 25:1 | 8,720 |
| Saddleback College | $1,332 / $10,292 | - | 44% | 26:1 | 18,984 |
| Charles A Jones Career and Education Center | $7,500 / $22,260 | - | 78% | 20:1 | 117 |
| Average | $2,526 / $12,272 | 0.00% | 44.20% | 24.40:1 | 14,590 |