At a glance
Average net price
$2,424
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
30.5%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
18,870
In-state tuition
$1,364
Out-of-state tuition
$12,004
Cost of attendance
$10,236
Median earnings (10y)
$41,156
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- Not available
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
30 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by business (34%), humanities & arts (30%), social sciences (19%).
- STEM3%
- Health4%
- Business34%
- Humanities & arts30%
- Social sciences19%
- Trades & services10%
- Business33.9%~6,403 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Liberal arts23.8%~4,500 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~2,466 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~751 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~638 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~493 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~468 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Social sciences2.5%~464 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology2.3%~428 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~408 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication1.2%~232 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~219 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Computer science0.9%~177 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~177 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering tech0.9%~166 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Legal0.7%~125 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~113 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~111 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Architecture0.5%~104 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English0.5%~91 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~72 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History0.3%~58 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~38 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Engineering0.2%~38 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~34 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~32 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Mathematics0.1%~25 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~19 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~11 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Education0.1%~9 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare 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. | Undergraduate certificate | 3,201 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Undergraduate certificate | 1,261 | $49,126 | $8,021 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 1,154 | $29,118 | $9,750 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 791 | $37,939 | $7,975 |
| Biological and Physical Sciences. | Associate's | 482 | — | $8,945 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 408 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Associate's | 357 | — | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Associate's | 261 | — | — |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 209 | $26,738 | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate's | 193 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Associate's | 193 | — | — |
| Precision Metal Working. | Undergraduate certificate | 187 | — | — |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate's | 117 | $48,147 | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Associate's | 109 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 100 | $74,847 | $16,332 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 99 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Associate's | 89 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Associate's | 86 | — | — |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 84 | — | — |
| Engineering, General. | Associate's | 77 | — | — |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 74 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Undergraduate certificate | 70 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Associate's | 70 | — | — |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate's | 70 | $62,409 | — |
| Legal Support Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 65 | $46,618 | — |
| Biology, General. | Associate's | 64 | — | — |
| Economics. | Associate's | 62 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Associate's | 59 | — | — |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services. | Associate's | 59 | — | — |
| History. | Associate's | 55 | — | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 53 | — | — |
| Precision Metal Working. | Associate's | 52 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Associate's | 51 | — | — |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Associate's | 49 | — | — |
| Human Services, General. | Undergraduate certificate | 49 | — | — |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts. | Associate's | 46 | — | — |
| Legal Support Services. | Associate's | 45 | — | — |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 39 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Associate's | 39 | — | — |
| Architectural Sciences and Technology. | Associate's | 38 | — | — |
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 Cerritos College
Cerritos College is a very large institution located in Norwalk, California, primarily awarding the certificate. It enrolls roughly 18,870 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Liberal arts, Family & consumer sci.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Cerritos College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $2,424 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $1,364 for in-state students and $12,004 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $10,236 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 30.5%, a average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $41,156 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Cerritos College confers degrees and certificates across 30 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Liberal arts, Family & consumer sci. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by business (34% of credentials), humanities & arts (30% of credentials), social sciences (19% 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 Norwalk, California (suburb), Cerritos 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 Cerritos College
Q.How much does Cerritos College cost?
The average net price at Cerritos College is $2,424 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $10,236.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Cerritos College?
Cerritos College has a 6-year graduation rate of 30.5% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Cerritos College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Cerritos College graduate earns $41,156 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Cerritos College?
Published tuition is $1,364 in-state and $12,004 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Cerritos College located?
Cerritos College is located in Norwalk, California (ZIP 90650).
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 Cerritos College at their official website.