Coastline Community College

Fountain Valley, California · Public, 2-year

At a glance

Average net price

$16,341

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

33.8%

Admission rate

Not available

Undergrad size

7,393

In-state tuition

$1,364

Out-of-state tuition

$11,612

Cost of attendance

$24,290

Median earnings (10y)

$44,483

Admissions

SAT average
Not available
ACT midpoint
Not available
Retention
Not available
Locale
City

Programs breakdown

26 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (32%), business (31%), social sciences (17%).

  • STEM14%
  • Health3%
  • Business31%
  • Humanities & arts32%
  • Social sciences17%
  • Trades & services3%

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.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Associate's800$43,517
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Associate's744$16,340
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Undergraduate certificate421
Biological and Physical Sciences.Associate's238
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Undergraduate certificate222
Area Studies.Associate's197
Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians, Other.Undergraduate certificate144
Sociology.Associate's118
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management.Undergraduate certificate93
Psychology, General.Associate's91
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management.Associate's79
Legal Support Services.Undergraduate certificate69
Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications.Undergraduate certificate67
Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians.Associate's67
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications.Undergraduate certificate66
Accounting and Related Services.Associate's53
Legal Support Services.Associate's51
Economics.Associate's49
Accounting and Related Services.Undergraduate certificate39
Graphic Communications.Undergraduate certificate34
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General.Undergraduate certificate34
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection.Undergraduate certificate32
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Associate's28
Real Estate.Undergraduate certificate26
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.Associate's25
Human Services, General.Associate's21
Communication and Media Studies.Associate's19
Economics.Undergraduate certificate18
Visual and Performing Arts, General.Associate's17
Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians, Other.Associate's16
Human Services, General.Undergraduate certificate16
Homeland Security.Undergraduate certificate14
Homeland Security.Associate's14
English Language and Literature, General.Associate's13
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection.Associate's13
History.Associate's10
Mathematics.Associate's8
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services.Associate's7
General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations.Associate's7
Computer and Information Sciences, General.Associate's6

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 Coastline Community College

Coastline Community College is a large institution located in Fountain Valley, California, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 7,393 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Liberal arts, Computer science.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Coastline Community College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $16,341 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $1,364 for in-state students and $11,612 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $24,290 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 33.8%, a average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $44,483 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Coastline Community College confers degrees and certificates across 26 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Liberal arts, Computer science. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (32% of credentials), business (31% of credentials), social sciences (17% 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 Fountain Valley, California (city), Coastline 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 Coastline Community College

Q.How much does Coastline Community College cost?

The average net price at Coastline Community College is $16,341 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $24,290.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Coastline Community College?

Coastline Community College has a 6-year graduation rate of 33.8% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How much do Coastline Community College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Coastline Community College graduate earns $44,483 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Coastline Community College?

Published tuition is $1,364 in-state and $11,612 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Coastline Community College located?

Coastline Community College is located in Fountain Valley, California (ZIP 92708).

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 Coastline Community College at their official website.