At a glance
Average net price
$18,306
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
24.7%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
3,171
In-state tuition
$1,384
Out-of-state tuition
$11,254
Cost of attendance
$25,300
Median earnings (10y)
$34,963
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- Not available
- Locale
- Rural
Programs breakdown
19 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (37%), social sciences (21%), health (14%).
- STEM13%
- Health14%
- Business6%
- Humanities & arts37%
- Social sciences21%
- Trades & services9%
- Liberal arts34.6%~1,098 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Health professions14.1%~448 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~387 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science11.3%~359 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Business5.8%~185 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~109 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Legal3.0%~96 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~96 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Psychology2.9%~92 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~65 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~55 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Mathematics1.4%~44 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences1.3%~41 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~31 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English0.5%~17 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~14 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~14 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~10 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- History0.3%~10 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare 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
35 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 | 947 | — | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 110 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 109 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Associate's | 103 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Undergraduate certificate | 85 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate's | 65 | — | — |
| Precision Metal Working. | Undergraduate certificate | 62 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Associate's | 47 | — | — |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 37 | — | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 34 | — | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Associate's | 33 | — | — |
| Anthropology. | Associate's | 33 | — | — |
| Graphic Communications. | Undergraduate certificate | 31 | — | — |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. | Associate's | 30 | — | — |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. | Undergraduate certificate | 29 | — | — |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Undergraduate certificate | 29 | — | — |
| Legal Support Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 26 | — | — |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 22 | — | — |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Associate's | 21 | — | — |
| Legal Support Services. | Associate's | 19 | — | — |
| Human Services, General. | Undergraduate certificate | 19 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Undergraduate certificate | 18 | — | — |
| Biological and Physical Sciences. | Associate's | 16 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Associate's | 15 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Associate's | 13 | — | — |
| History. | Associate's | 12 | — | — |
| Computer Software and Media Applications. | Undergraduate certificate | 9 | — | — |
| Human Services, General. | Associate's | 9 | — | — |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate's | 8 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Associate's | 7 | — | — |
| Computer Software and Media Applications. | Associate's | 6 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Associate's | 6 | — | — |
| Visual and Performing Arts, General. | Associate's | 5 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Associate's | 5 | — | — |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services. | Associate's | 5 | — | — |
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 Cerro Coso Community College
Cerro Coso Community College is a mid-sized institution located in Ridgecrest, California, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 3,171 undergraduate students in a rural setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Health professions, Family & consumer sci.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Cerro Coso Community College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $18,306 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $1,384 for in-state students and $11,254 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $25,300 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 24.7%, a below-average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $34,963 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Cerro Coso Community College confers degrees and certificates across 19 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Health professions, Family & consumer sci. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (37% of credentials), social sciences (21% of credentials), health (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 Ridgecrest, California (rural), Cerro Coso Community 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 Cerro Coso Community College
Q.How much does Cerro Coso Community College cost?
The average net price at Cerro Coso Community College is $18,306 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $25,300.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Cerro Coso Community College?
Cerro Coso Community College has a 6-year graduation rate of 24.7% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Cerro Coso Community College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Cerro Coso Community College graduate earns $34,963 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Cerro Coso Community College?
Published tuition is $1,384 in-state and $11,254 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Cerro Coso Community College located?
Cerro Coso Community College is located in Ridgecrest, California (ZIP 93555).
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 Cerro Coso Community College at their official website.