At a glance
Average net price
$5,763
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
37.5%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
17,712
In-state tuition
$1,354
Out-of-state tuition
$10,650
Cost of attendance
$14,360
Median earnings (10y)
$42,300
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- Not available
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
32 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (43%), business (19%), social sciences (14%).
- STEM8%
- Health8%
- Business19%
- Humanities & arts43%
- Social sciences14%
- Trades & services9%
- Liberal arts28.8%~5,099 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Business18.6%~3,300 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Social sciences7.9%~1,399 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~1,334 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~1,118 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~845 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~462 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~416 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science2.3%~413 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Engineering tech2.3%~409 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Psychology2.2%~393 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication1.9%~331 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~324 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Mathematics1.7%~298 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~285 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~269 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~170 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Education0.8%~135 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~135 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- English0.7%~119 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~92 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Architecture0.4%~78 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Library science0.4%~69 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History0.4%~62 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~46 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~35 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~19 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~16 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~16 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Engineering0.1%~12 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Legal0.0%~7 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~7 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
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 | 2,334 | — | — |
| Social Sciences, General. | Associate's | 692 | — | — |
| Biological and Physical Sciences. | Associate's | 567 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 512 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 500 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Undergraduate certificate | 401 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 400 | — | — |
| Fire Protection. | Undergraduate certificate | 290 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Associate's | 228 | — | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 220 | — | — |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers. | Undergraduate certificate | 166 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Associate's | 145 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 135 | $77,544 | — |
| Precision Metal Working. | Undergraduate certificate | 112 | — | — |
| Fire Protection. | Associate's | 111 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Associate's | 105 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate's | 101 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Associate's | 98 | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Associate's | 87 | — | — |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Associate's | 84 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 83 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Associate's | 75 | — | — |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 63 | — | — |
| Carpenters. | Undergraduate certificate | 63 | — | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Associate's | 60 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Associate's | 59 | — | — |
| Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 53 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Undergraduate certificate | 53 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Associate's | 53 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Undergraduate certificate | 48 | — | — |
| American Sign Language. | Associate's | 48 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Associate's | 46 | — | — |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication. | Associate's | 43 | — | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 43 | — | — |
| History. | Associate's | 42 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Associate's | 39 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate's | 39 | — | — |
| Education, General. | Associate's | 38 | — | — |
| Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services. | Associate's | 38 | — | — |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 37 | — | — |
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 Palomar College
Palomar College is a very large institution located in San Marcos, California, primarily awarding the certificate. It enrolls roughly 17,712 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Business, Social sciences.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Palomar College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $5,763 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $1,354 for in-state students and $10,650 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $14,360 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 37.5%, a average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $42,300 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Palomar College confers degrees and certificates across 32 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Business, Social sciences. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (43% of credentials), business (19% of credentials), social sciences (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 San Marcos, California (suburb), Palomar 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 Palomar College
Q.How much does Palomar College cost?
The average net price at Palomar College is $5,763 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $14,360.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Palomar College?
Palomar College has a 6-year graduation rate of 37.5% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Palomar College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Palomar College graduate earns $42,300 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Palomar College?
Published tuition is $1,354 in-state and $10,650 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Palomar College located?
Palomar College is located in San Marcos, California (ZIP 92069).
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 Palomar College at their official website.