At a glance
Average net price
$12,647
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
26.8%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
3,142
In-state tuition
$1,142
Out-of-state tuition
$8,822
Cost of attendance
$20,447
Median earnings (10y)
$34,181
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- Not available
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
22 program areas reported · Heavily focused on humanities & arts (72% of credentials).
- STEM1%
- Health5%
- Business2%
- Humanities & arts72%
- Social sciences5%
- Trades & services14%
- Liberal arts65.1%~2,044 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~201 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~179 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~159 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~104 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~94 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Business2.5%~77 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Psychology2.3%~72 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~50 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Social sciences1.3%~42 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~25 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~25 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~17 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~13 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Engineering tech0.2%~8 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Communication0.2%~8 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~5 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English0.2%~5 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~5 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History0.2%~5 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science0.1%~3 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Mathematics0.1%~3 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
20 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 | 685 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Undergraduate certificate | 363 | — | — |
| Biological and Physical Sciences. | Associate's | 194 | — | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 107 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 101 | — | — |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 68 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Associate's | 60 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate's | 54 | — | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Associate's | 45 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 43 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Associate's | 41 | — | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 27 | — | — |
| Precision Metal Working. | Undergraduate certificate | 23 | — | — |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services. | Associate's | 20 | — | — |
| Physical Sciences, General. | Associate's | 13 | — | — |
| Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 12 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Associate's | 12 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Associate's | 8 | — | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 7 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Associate's | 6 | — | — |
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 Compton College
Compton College is a mid-sized institution located in Compton, California, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 3,142 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Interdisciplinary, Personal services.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Compton College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $12,647 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $1,142 for in-state students and $8,822 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $20,447 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 26.8%, a below-average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $34,181 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Compton College confers degrees and certificates across 22 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Interdisciplinary, Personal services. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (72% of credentials), trades & services (14% of credentials), social sciences (5% 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 Compton, California (suburb), Compton 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 Compton College
Q.How much does Compton College cost?
The average net price at Compton College is $12,647 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $20,447.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Compton College?
Compton College has a 6-year graduation rate of 26.8% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Compton College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Compton College graduate earns $34,181 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Compton College?
Published tuition is $1,142 in-state and $8,822 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Compton College located?
Compton College is located in Compton, California (ZIP 90221).
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 Compton College at their official website.