At a glance
Average net price
$15,843
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
38.0%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
8,002
In-state tuition
$1,270
Out-of-state tuition
$9,862
Cost of attendance
$24,966
Median earnings (10y)
$44,114
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- Not available
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
29 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (42%), trades & services (16%), social sciences (14%).
- STEM11%
- Health7%
- Business9%
- Humanities & arts42%
- Social sciences14%
- Trades & services16%
- Liberal arts28.8%~2,302 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Business9.5%~759 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~690 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~599 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Social sciences5.6%~449 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~427 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Psychology3.9%~310 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Engineering tech3.1%~251 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~242 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication2.7%~219 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science2.7%~216 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~194 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~157 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~150 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~141 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~129 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Mathematics1.3%~106 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~103 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~94 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~72 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~66 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering0.7%~59 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English0.7%~59 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Agriculture0.7%~59 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- History0.7%~54 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~28 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~25 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~22 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~16 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 1,444 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Associate's | 356 | — | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 182 | $31,620 | — |
| Psychology, General. | Associate's | 160 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 154 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate's | 133 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 130 | — | — |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 109 | — | — |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Associate's | 103 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Associate's | 95 | — | — |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection. | Undergraduate certificate | 95 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Associate's | 92 | — | — |
| Economics. | Associate's | 91 | — | — |
| Engineering, General. | Associate's | 88 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Associate's | 88 | — | — |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 88 | $37,979 | — |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Undergraduate certificate | 84 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 83 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Associate's | 81 | — | — |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 74 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Undergraduate certificate | 66 | — | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Associate's | 66 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Associate's | 57 | — | — |
| Physics. | Associate's | 57 | — | — |
| Fire Protection. | Associate's | 56 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Associate's | 51 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Undergraduate certificate | 51 | $17,345 | $7,412 |
| Computer Science. | Associate's | 44 | — | — |
| Biological and Physical Sciences. | Associate's | 44 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Associate's | 44 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Associate's | 42 | — | — |
| Applied Horticulture and Horticultural Business Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 39 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Undergraduate certificate | 39 | — | — |
| Anthropology. | Associate's | 37 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate's | 36 | — | — |
| Human Services, General. | Undergraduate certificate | 34 | — | — |
| Graphic Communications. | Undergraduate certificate | 33 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 32 | $73,895 | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Associate's | 30 | — | — |
| History. | Associate's | 29 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Cabrillo College
Cabrillo College is a large institution located in Aptos, California, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 8,002 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Business, Parks & recreation.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Cabrillo College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $15,843 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $1,270 for in-state students and $9,862 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $24,966 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 38.0%, a average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $44,114 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Cabrillo College confers degrees and certificates across 29 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Business, Parks & recreation. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (42% of credentials), trades & services (16% of credentials), social sciences (14% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.
Location & campus
Set in Aptos, California (suburb), Cabrillo College draws students from across California and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Cabrillo College
Q.How much does Cabrillo College cost?
The average net price at Cabrillo College is $15,843 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $24,966.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Cabrillo College?
Cabrillo College has a 6-year graduation rate of 38.0% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Cabrillo College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Cabrillo College graduate earns $44,114 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Cabrillo College?
Published tuition is $1,270 in-state and $9,862 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Cabrillo College located?
Cabrillo College is located in Aptos, California (ZIP 95003).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Cabrillo College at their official website.