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 year institutions.
| Name | Location | Type/Level | Highest Degree | Offered Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| College of Alameda | Alameda, CA | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Merritt College | Oakland, CA | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Monterey Peninsula College | Monterey, CA | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| West Hills College-Coalinga | Coalinga, CA | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Downey Adult School | Downey, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| College of Alameda | $1,148 / $8,684 | - | 35% | 30:1 | 5,673 |
| Merritt College | $1,167 / $8,703 | - | 20% | 26:1 | 6,514 |
| Monterey Peninsula College | $1,188 / $9,924 | - | 26% | 18:1 | 6,514 |
| West Hills College-Coalinga | $1,382 / $10,082 | - | 29% | 22:1 | 3,061 |
| Downey Adult School | $4,499 / $4,499 | - | 89% | 30:1 | 813 |
| Average | - | - | 0.00% | 0.00:1 | 0 |