Compton College
About Compton College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Compton College lost its accreditation in 2006 and spent a decade rebuilding before winning it back in 2017, one of the few colleges in the country to have done so. It is a Hispanic-Serving Institution, and nursing and the sciences are among its largest programs.
Founded
1927
Location
Compton, California
Students
3,142
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
26.8%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,142
Out-of-state: $8,822
Avg Net Price
$12,647
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$34,181
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
26.8% complete their degree within three years
Retention
50.2%
Transfer Out
7%
Teaching Quality
17:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
53.6%
$/Student
$7.2K
Class Size
Medium
The 26.8% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$1,142
In-State
$8,822
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
$20,447
After Financial Aid
$12,647
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$12,528
Receive Grants
26.8%
Take Loans
2.7%
Tuition is $1,142/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $12,647.
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 Compton College fund their education.
While in School
26.8%
Get Grants
Free money
2.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
N/A
Median Family Income
After Graduation
N/A
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
N/A
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Compton College.
Gender
62.4%
Female
38%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,142
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
N/A
First-Gen
N/A
Avg Age
36.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 62% of the student body.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
3,142
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
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Compton College fields 9 varsity teams with 239 student athletes, about 8% of the student body.
Division
CCCAA
California Community College Athletic Association
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
9
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
239
8% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
69% / 31%
165
Men
74
Women
6
Men's Teams
7
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Compton Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$34,181
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
—
347 grads
Biological and Physical Sciences
—
88 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
—
44 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
—
33 grads
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
—
22 grads
Psychology, General
—
22 grads
Median earnings are $34K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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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.