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College of Alameda

Alameda, California · Suburb: LargeOfficial Website ↗

#619
Nationally
#107
In California
$1,104
In-State Tuition
per year
5,833
Undergrad Enrollment
5,000–9,999
Overall Score & Rankings
55/100
Good
#619 nationally
#107 in California
🎓Graduation Outcomes50
💰Affordability50
📚Academic Environment50
🔬Program Breadth73

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

College of Alameda is a public two-year community college located in Alameda, California. The college enrolls approximately 5,833 undergraduate students. In-state tuition is $1,104 per year ($8,472 out-of-state), below average for public institutions.

Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$1,104/yr
In-State Fees$44/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$8,472/yr
Room & Board$1,724/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$2,872/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$10,408/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$1,104↑ Above avg
National avg: $3,860
Student Body
5,833
Total Undergrads
58% F / 42% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 16%
Hispanic 30%
Black 19%
Asian 23%
Two or more 7%
International 1%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • Reasonable room and board costs at $1,724/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
LocationAlameda, California
SettingSuburb: Large
Size5,000–9,999
State Ranking
#107
in California out of 7+ colleges
#619
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.