Copper Mountain Community College
About Copper Mountain Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Copper Mountain College teaches in Joshua Tree, at the gate of the national park, and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. It teaches many marines from the base beside it, and the sciences and nursing are among its largest programs.
Founded
1966
Location
Joshua Tree, California
Students
1,323
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
20%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,390
Out-of-state: $13,570
Avg Net Price
$9,105
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$33,281
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
20% complete their degree within three years
Retention
67.1%
Transfer Out
5%
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
33.9%
$/Student
$8.9K
Class Size
Medium
The 20% graduation rate is below average, but 67.1% 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
$1,390
In-State
$13,570
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
$18,216
After Financial Aid
$9,105
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$8,655
Receive Grants
44.4%
Take Loans
3.2%
Tuition is $1,390/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $9,105.
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 Copper Mountain Community College fund their education.
While in School
44.4%
Get Grants
Free money
3.2%
Take Loans
Must repay
$16,992
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 Copper Mountain Community College.
Gender
68%
Female
32%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,323
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
53%
First-Gen
26 yrs
Avg Age
43.8%
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. 53% 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
Rural: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
1,323
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Copper Mountain Community College fields 2 varsity teams with 31 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
CCCAA
California Community College Athletic Association
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
2
Biggest: Basketball
Student Athletes
31
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
45% / 55%
14
Men
17
Women
1
Men's Teams
2
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Copper Mountain Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$33,281
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
—
40 grads
Biological and Physical Sciences
$66K
35 grads
4yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
—
30 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
20 grads
Psychology, General
—
18 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
—
12 grads
Median earnings are $33K 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.