Cosumnes River College
About Cosumnes River College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Cosumnes River College teaches in south Sacramento and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. The sciences, business and biology are its largest programs, and it keeps a working farm and a veterinary technology program.
Founded
1970
Location
Sacramento, California
Students
14,023
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
39.8%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,288
Out-of-state: $12,616
Avg Net Price
$5,981
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$42,446
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
39.8% complete their degree within three years
Retention
73.5%
Transfer Out
8%
Teaching Quality
30:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
40.8%
$/Student
$5.0K
Class Size
Large
The 39.8% graduation rate is below average, but 73.5% 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
$1,288
In-State
$12,616
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,152
Total Cost of Attendance
$14,202
After Financial Aid
$5,981
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$5,045
Receive Grants
26.2%
Take Loans
2.8%
Tuition is $1,288/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $5,981.
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 Cosumnes River College fund their education.
While in School
26.2%
Get Grants
Free money
2.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$16,505
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$10,722
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$114/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $10,722, 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 Cosumnes River College.
Gender
56.1%
Female
44%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
14,023
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
51.3%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
33.6%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 56% of the student body. 51.3% 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: Large
Campus Quick Facts
14,023
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
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Cosumnes River College fields 7 varsity teams with 200 student athletes, about 1% of the student body.
Division
CCCAA
California Community College Athletic Association
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
7
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
200
1% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
47% / 53%
93
Men
107
Women
4
Men's Teams
6
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Cosumnes River Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$42,446
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Biological and Physical Sciences
—
235 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$20K
233 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
—
141 grads
Biology, General
—
121 grads
Psychology, General
$38K
90 grads
4yr Earnings
Sociology
$49K
41 grads
4yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $33K 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.