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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| American River College | Sacramento, CA | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| 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 |
| Merritt College | Oakland, CA | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Mission College | Santa Clara, CA | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| San Joaquin Delta College | Stockton, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| American River College | $1,288 / $12,808 | - | 27% | 27:1 | 27,422 |
| College of the Canyons | $1,176 / $11,232 | - | 42% | 26:1 | 18,075 |
| Columbia College | $1,547 / $8,870 | - | 27% | 14:1 | 2,349 |
| Merritt College | $1,167 / $8,703 | - | 20% | 26:1 | 6,514 |
| Mission College | $1,438 / $12,220 | - | 34% | 15:1 | 5,747 |
| San Joaquin Delta College | $1,288 / $9,072 | - | 29% | 32:1 | 16,168 |
| Average | - | - | 0.00% | 0.00:1 | 0 |