College of the Sequoias
About College of the Sequoias
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
College of the Sequoias teaches in Visalia, at the edge of the Sierra Nevada and the national parks it is named for, and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Psychology, business and criminal justice are its largest programs.
Founded
1926
Location
Visalia, California
Students
11,562
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
39%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,394
Out-of-state: $9,038
Avg Net Price
$480
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$39,092
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% complete their degree within three years
Retention
70.8%
Transfer Out
4%
Teaching Quality
28:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
49.2%
$/Student
$6.4K
Class Size
Large
The 39% graduation rate is below average, but 70.8% 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
$1,394
In-State
$9,038
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$9,145
After Financial Aid
$480
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$-537
Receive Grants
35.4%
Take Loans
0.8%
Don't let the $1,394 sticker price scare you. Most students pay around $480 after financial aid, a 66% discount. Families earning under $30K pay closer to $-537.
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 the Sequoias fund their education.
While in School
35.4%
Get Grants
Free money
0.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$19,124
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$4,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$48/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $4,500, 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 the Sequoias.
Gender
56.4%
Female
44%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
11,562
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
57.4%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
21.9%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 56% of the student body. 57.4% 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
City: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
11,562
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
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 the Sequoias fields 11 varsity teams with 387 student athletes, about 3% of the student body.
Division
CCCAA
California Community College Athletic Association
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
11
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
387
3% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
63% / 37%
244
Men
143
Women
8
Men's Teams
9
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of College of the Sequoiasearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$39,092
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$24K
619 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$23K
123 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$14K
96 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$29K
93 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$99K
86 grads
1yr Earnings
Biological and Physical Sciences
—
70 grads
Median earnings are $39K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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