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Central California School of Continuing Education

San Luis Obispo, California Β· City: SmallOfficial Website β†—

#1101
Nationally
#160
In California
$9,820
Annual Tuition
per year
72
Undergrad Enrollment
Under 1,000
Overall Score & Rankings
54/100
Good
#1101 nationally
#160 in California
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes50
πŸ’°Affordability72
πŸ“šAcademic Environment50
πŸ”¬Program Breadth31

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Central California School of Continuing Education is a private for-profit two-year community college located in San Luis Obispo, California. The college enrolls approximately 72 undergraduate students. Annual tuition is $9,820, significantly below average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $14,792 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution.

Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$9,820/yr
Room & Board$500/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$10,395/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$9,820↑ Above avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$14,792
$30,001 – $48,000$14,992
Student Body
72
Total Undergrads
83% F / 17% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 29%
Hispanic 67%
Black 3%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($9,820/yr) is well below the national average for private for-profit colleges
  • βœ“Reasonable room and board costs at $500/yr
  • βœ“Small campus environment (72 students) β€” more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • Β·Data on some metrics is not yet available β€” contact the admissions office for details
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students planning to transfer to a 4-year university, working adults seeking career-focused certificates and degrees, and students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type2-year
ControlPrivate For-Profit
LocationSan Luis Obispo, California
SettingCity: Small
SizeUnder 1,000
Affordability Spotlight
$14,792
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#160
in California out of 7+ colleges
#1101
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.