At a glance
Average net price
$3,864
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
47.9%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
21,466
In-state tuition
$1,180
Out-of-state tuition
$9,820
Cost of attendance
$13,677
Median earnings (10y)
$43,937
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- Not available
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
32 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (46%), business (14%), social sciences (13%).
- STEM8%
- Health13%
- Business14%
- Humanities & arts46%
- Social sciences13%
- Trades & services7%
- Liberal arts24.9%~5,354 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Business14.1%~3,029 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Health professions12.7%~2,733 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Interdisciplinary12.0%~2,582 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Social sciences5.2%~1,116 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Engineering tech4.4%~953 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Psychology3.5%~751 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~595 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~562 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~401 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication1.9%~399 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~341 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Mathematics1.4%~301 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Education1.4%~298 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Legal1.2%~266 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~266 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Computer science1.1%~230 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~197 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~195 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Library science0.7%~157 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English0.7%~152 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~116 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~103 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~94 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History0.4%~90 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Architecture0.2%~43 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~34 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~30 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~28 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Engineering0.1%~24 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~19 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Agriculture0.0%~2 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare 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. | Associate's | 2,964 | — | — |
| Biological and Physical Sciences. | Associate's | 1,797 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 1,617 | $20,774 | $5,681 |
| Psychology, General. | Associate's | 445 | — | $12,000 |
| Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General. | Associate's | 407 | — | — |
| Economics. | Associate's | 370 | — | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 240 | — | — |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations. | Undergraduate certificate | 240 | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Associate's | 184 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Associate's | 165 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Undergraduate certificate | 140 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 140 | $70,089 | $12,834 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate's | 136 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Associate's | 129 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Associate's | 127 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Associate's | 123 | — | — |
| Legal Support Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 118 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Associate's | 117 | — | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Associate's | 104 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Associate's | 82 | — | — |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication. | Associate's | 81 | — | — |
| Physics. | Associate's | 75 | — | — |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 75 | — | — |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Associate's | 73 | — | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 71 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Associate's | 69 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 62 | — | — |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 57 | — | — |
| Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 54 | — | — |
| History. | Associate's | 54 | — | — |
| Computer Programming. | Undergraduate certificate | 50 | — | — |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 50 | — | — |
| Graphic Communications. | Undergraduate certificate | 47 | — | — |
| Library and Archives Assisting. | Undergraduate certificate | 47 | — | — |
| East Asian Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Associate's | 46 | — | — |
| Legal Support Services. | Associate's | 46 | — | — |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Associate's | 43 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Undergraduate certificate | 41 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Associate's | 41 | — | — |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 40 | — | — |
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 Pasadena City College
Pasadena City College is a very large institution located in Pasadena, California, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 21,466 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Business, Health professions.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Pasadena City College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $3,864 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $1,180 for in-state students and $9,820 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $13,677 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 47.9%, a average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $43,937 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Pasadena City College confers degrees and certificates across 32 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Business, Health professions. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (46% of credentials), business (14% of credentials), social sciences (13% 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 Pasadena, California (city), Pasadena City 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 Pasadena City College
Q.How much does Pasadena City College cost?
The average net price at Pasadena City College is $3,864 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $13,677.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Pasadena City College?
Pasadena City College has a 6-year graduation rate of 47.9% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Pasadena City College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Pasadena City College graduate earns $43,937 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Pasadena City College?
Published tuition is $1,180 in-state and $9,820 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Pasadena City College located?
Pasadena City College is located in Pasadena, California (ZIP 91106).
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 Pasadena City College at their official website.