Madera Community College

Madera, California · Public, 2-year

At a glance

Average net price

$4,179

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

34.6%

Admission rate

Not available

Undergrad size

4,808

In-state tuition

$1,378

Out-of-state tuition

$8,638

Cost of attendance

$15,639

Median earnings (10y)

Not available

Admissions

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

Programs breakdown

25 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (40%), stem (16%), business (14%).

  • STEM16%
  • Health10%
  • Business14%
  • Humanities & arts40%
  • Social sciences13%
  • Trades & services7%

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

39 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
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Undergraduate certificate531
Biology, General.Associate's197
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Associate's91
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Associate's87
Psychology, General.Associate's65
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Associate's58
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.Associate's53
Business/Commerce, General.Undergraduate certificate49
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services.Associate's47
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services.Undergraduate certificate43
Sociology.Associate's30
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.Associate's24
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.Associate's23
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Undergraduate certificate22
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services.Associate's20
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.Undergraduate certificate19
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate17
Social Sciences, General.Associate's17
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services.Undergraduate certificate17
Precision Metal Working.Undergraduate certificate15
Fine and Studio Arts.Associate's14
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services.Undergraduate certificate14
History.Associate's14
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Undergraduate certificate11
Communication and Media Studies.Associate's10
Precision Metal Working.Associate's10
Health and Medical Administrative Services.Undergraduate certificate10
Mathematics.Associate's9
Biological and Physical Sciences.Associate's8
Agricultural Production Operations.Associate's7
Health and Medical Administrative Services.Associate's7
Communication and Media Studies.Undergraduate certificate6
Political Science and Government.Associate's6
Agricultural Business and Management.Associate's5
Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics.Associate's5
English Language and Literature, General.Associate's5
Philosophy.Associate's5
Accounting and Related Services.Associate's5
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services.Associate's5

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 Madera Community College

Madera Community College is a mid-sized institution located in Madera, California, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 4,808 undergraduate students in a rural setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Biological sciences, Business.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Madera Community College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $4,179 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $1,378 for in-state students and $8,638 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $15,639 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 34.6%, a average completion outcome.

Programs & majors

Madera Community College confers degrees and certificates across 25 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Biological sciences, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (40% of credentials), stem (16% of credentials), business (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 Madera, California (rural), Madera 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 Madera Community College

Q.How much does Madera Community College cost?

The average net price at Madera Community College is $4,179 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $15,639.

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

Madera Community College has a 6-year graduation rate of 34.6% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.What is tuition at Madera Community College?

Published tuition is $1,378 in-state and $8,638 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Madera Community College located?

Madera Community College is located in Madera, California (ZIP 93638).

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 Madera Community College at their official website.