At a glance
Average net price
$6,614
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
33.5%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
17,657
In-state tuition
$1,288
Out-of-state tuition
$12,616
Cost of attendance
$15,767
Median earnings (10y)
$42,214
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 (29%), social sciences (16%), stem (16%).
- STEM16%
- Health10%
- Business13%
- Humanities & arts29%
- Social sciences16%
- Trades & services16%
- Liberal arts13.7%~2,415 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Business12.9%~2,283 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Health professions10.0%~1,773 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~1,402 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science6.9%~1,220 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Psychology6.4%~1,130 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~890 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Social sciences5.0%~874 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~849 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~627 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Engineering tech2.4%~429 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Science tech2.3%~411 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~387 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~387 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~355 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Legal1.8%~313 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication1.6%~288 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics1.3%~231 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~231 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- English1.0%~173 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Library science1.0%~173 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~115 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~108 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Engineering0.6%~99 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~99 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History0.6%~99 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education0.5%~83 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Transportation0.5%~83 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~74 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~25 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~25 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~9 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
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 | 612 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 367 | — | $7,500 |
| Psychology, General. | Associate's | 310 | — | — |
| Biological and Physical Sciences. | Associate's | 282 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate's | 248 | $25,667 | $11,760 |
| Sociology. | Associate's | 126 | — | — |
| Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 113 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 107 | $91,029 | $18,451 |
| Biology, General. | Associate's | 95 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate's | 91 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Associate's | 87 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Associate's | 66 | — | — |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate's | 61 | $52,307 | $15,008 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Associate's | 60 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Associate's | 59 | — | — |
| Social Sciences, General. | Associate's | 58 | — | — |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 56 | — | — |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Undergraduate certificate | 55 | — | — |
| History. | Associate's | 55 | — | — |
| Graphic Communications. | Undergraduate certificate | 49 | — | — |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate's | 49 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 49 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Associate's | 47 | — | — |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Associate's | 47 | — | — |
| Graphic Communications. | Associate's | 45 | — | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 40 | — | — |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Associate's | 39 | — | — |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Associate's | 39 | — | — |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Associate's | 38 | — | — |
| Physical Science Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 38 | — | — |
| Non-Professional Legal Studies. | Undergraduate certificate | 35 | — | — |
| Air Transportation. | Associate's | 35 | — | — |
| Public Health. | Undergraduate certificate | 33 | — | — |
| Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications. | Undergraduate certificate | 31 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Associate's | 30 | — | — |
| Computer Programming. | Associate's | 29 | — | — |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. | Associate's | 29 | — | — |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Undergraduate certificate | 28 | — | — |
| Computer Programming. | Undergraduate certificate | 24 | — | — |
| Anthropology. | Associate's | 24 | — | — |
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 Sacramento City College
Sacramento City College is a very large institution located in Sacramento, California, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 17,657 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 Sacramento City College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $6,614 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $1,288 for in-state students and $12,616 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $15,767 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 33.5%, a average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $42,214 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Sacramento 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 (29% of credentials), social sciences (16% of credentials), stem (16% 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 Sacramento, California (city), Sacramento 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 Sacramento City College
Q.How much does Sacramento City College cost?
The average net price at Sacramento City College is $6,614 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $15,767.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Sacramento City College?
Sacramento City College has a 6-year graduation rate of 33.5% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Sacramento City College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Sacramento City College graduate earns $42,214 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Sacramento City College?
Published tuition is $1,288 in-state and $12,616 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Sacramento City College located?
Sacramento City College is located in Sacramento, California (ZIP 95822).
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 Sacramento City College at their official website.