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Cuesta College

San Luis Obispo, California · Rural: FringeOfficial Website ↗

#455
Nationally
#76
In California
$1,288
In-State Tuition
per year
10,437
Undergrad Enrollment
10,000–19,999
Overall Score & Rankings
56/100
Good
#455 nationally
#76 in California
🎓Graduation Outcomes50
💰Affordability50
📚Academic Environment50
🔬Program Breadth78

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

Cuesta College is a public two-year community college located in San Luis Obispo, California. The college enrolls approximately 10,437 undergraduate students. In-state tuition is $1,288 per year ($10,948 out-of-state), below average for public institutions.

Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$1,288/yr
In-State Fees$52/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$10,948/yr
Room & Board$1,152/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$2,492/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$12,152/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$1,288↑ Above avg
National avg: $3,860
Student Body
10,437
Total Undergrads
51% F / 49% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 48%
Hispanic 35%
Black 2%
Asian 3%
Two or more 7%
International 0%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • ✓Reasonable room and board costs at $1,152/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 Luis Obispo, California
SettingRural: Fringe
Size10,000–19,999
State Ranking
#76
in California out of 7+ colleges
#455
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.