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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contra Costa College | San Pablo, CA | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| College of the Desert | Palm Desert, CA | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Mendocino College | Ukiah, CA | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Palomar College | San Marcos, CA | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Southwestern College | Chula Vista, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contra Costa College | $1,312 / $9,012 | - | 25% | 20:1 | 5,832 |
| College of the Desert | $1,326 / $9,586 | - | 27% | 26:1 | 10,382 |
| Mendocino College | $1,423 / $8,893 | - | 30% | 14:1 | 3,554 |
| Palomar College | $1,354 / $10,650 | - | 30% | 21:1 | 17,655 |
| Southwestern College | $1,344 / $9,492 | - | 31% | 22:1 | 16,530 |
| Downey Adult School | $4,499 / $4,499 | - | 89% | 30:1 | 813 |
| Average | - | - | 0.00% | 0.00:1 | 0 |