Citrus College
About Citrus College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Citrus College opened in 1915, the oldest community college in Los Angeles County, and teaches in Glendora at the foot of the San Gabriel Mountains. It is a Hispanic-Serving Institution, and business, psychology and allied health are its largest programs.
Founded
1915
Location
Glendora, California
Students
8,286
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
41.1%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,204
Out-of-state: $10,636
Avg Net Price
$4,135
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$42,065
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
41.1% complete their degree within three years
Retention
70.1%
Transfer Out
8%
Teaching Quality
24:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
30.5%
$/Student
$6.7K
Class Size
Large
The 41.1% graduation rate is below average, but 70.1% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$1,204
In-State
$10,636
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,062
Total Cost of Attendance
$13,699
After Financial Aid
$4,135
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$3,221
Receive Grants
29.9%
Take Loans
1.2%
Tuition is $1,204/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $4,135.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Citrus College fund their education.
While in School
29.9%
Get Grants
Free money
1.2%
Take Loans
Must repay
$18,677
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$7,851
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$83/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $7,851, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Citrus College.
Gender
55.1%
Female
45%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
8,286
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
53.8%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
27.7%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 55% of the student body. 53.8% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
8,286
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Citrus College fields 10 varsity teams with 364 student athletes, about 4% of the student body.
Division
CCCAA
California Community College Athletic Association
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
10
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
364
4% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
69% / 31%
250
Men
114
Women
8
Men's Teams
8
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Citrus Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$42,065
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
328 grads
Psychology, General
—
154 grads
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
—
132 grads
Sociology
—
111 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
—
107 grads
Biology, General
—
76 grads
Graduates earn about $35K six years out, growing to $42K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.