College of Marin
About College of Marin
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
The College of Marin teaches in Kentfield, in the hills across the Golden Gate from San Francisco. The sciences and nursing are its largest programs, and most of its students are working toward a transfer.
Founded
1926
Location
Kentfield, California
Students
4,042
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
39.3%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,558
Out-of-state: $9,334
Avg Net Price
$12,351
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$42,654
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
39.3% complete their degree within three years
Retention
70.6%
Transfer Out
17%
Teaching Quality
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
39.4%
$/Student
$13.1K
Class Size
Medium
The 39.3% graduation rate is below average, but 70.6% 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
$1,558
In-State
$9,334
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$2,169
Total Cost of Attendance
$21,015
After Financial Aid
$12,351
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$11,665
Receive Grants
16.5%
Take Loans
1.1%
Tuition is $1,558/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $12,351.
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 College of Marin fund their education.
While in School
16.5%
Get Grants
Free money
1.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$15,491
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$10,062
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$107/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $10,062, 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 College of Marin.
Gender
56.1%
Female
44%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
4,042
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
46.4%
First-Gen
26 yrs
Avg Age
41%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 26, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 46.4% 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
4,042
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
College of Marin fields 6 varsity teams with 145 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
6
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
145
4% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
59% / 41%
86
Men
59
Women
4
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of College of Marinearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$42,654
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Biological and Physical Sciences
—
51 grads
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
—
48 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$99K
42 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
—
33 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$58K
30 grads
4yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
—
13 grads
Graduates earn about $36K six years out, growing to $43K 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.