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Public2-year

Cerritos College

Norwalk, California · Suburb: LargeOfficial Website ↗

#338
Nationally
#43
In California
$1,288
In-State Tuition
per year
21,046
Undergrad Enrollment
20,000+
Overall Score & Rankings
57/100
Good
#338 nationally
#43 in California
🎓Graduation Outcomes50
💰Affordability50
📚Academic Environment50
🔬Program Breadth85

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology →

Cerritos College is a public two-year community college located in Norwalk, California. The college enrolls approximately 21,046 undergraduate students. In-state tuition is $1,288 per year ($11,928 out-of-state), below average for public institutions.

Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$1,288/yr
In-State Fees$76/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$11,928/yr
Room & Board$938/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$2,302/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$12,942/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$1,288↑ Above avg
National avg: $3,860
Student Body
21,046
Total Undergrads
54% F / 46% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 9%
Hispanic 70%
Black 7%
Asian 8%
Two or more 2%
International 0%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • ✓Reasonable room and board costs at $938/yr
Consider
  • ·Data on some metrics is not yet available — 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, and working adults seeking career-focused certificates and degrees.

Institution Profile
Type2-year
ControlPublic
LocationNorwalk, California
SettingSuburb: Large
Size20,000+
State Ranking
#43
in California out of 7+ colleges
#338
nationally
Other Colleges in California
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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.