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Contra Costa College

San Pablo, California · Suburb: LargeOfficial Website ↗

#625
Nationally
#113
In California
$1,288
In-State Tuition
per year
5,997
Undergrad Enrollment
5,000–9,999
Overall Score & Rankings
55/100
Good
#625 nationally
#113 in California
🎓Graduation Outcomes50
💰Affordability50
📚Academic Environment50
🔬Program Breadth73

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

Contra Costa College is a public two-year community college located in San Pablo, California. The college enrolls approximately 5,997 undergraduate students. In-state tuition is $1,288 per year ($8,304 out-of-state), below average for public institutions.

Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$1,288/yr
In-State Fees$24/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$8,304/yr
Room & Board$1,190/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$2,502/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$9,518/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$1,288↑ Above avg
National avg: $3,860
Student Body
5,997
Total Undergrads
60% F / 40% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 11%
Hispanic 46%
Black 14%
Asian 18%
Two or more 7%
International 2%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • ✓Reasonable room and board costs at $1,190/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
LocationSan Pablo, California
SettingSuburb: Large
Size5,000–9,999
State Ranking
#113
in California out of 7+ colleges
#625
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.