Gavilan College
About Gavilan College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Gavilan College teaches in Gilroy, the garlic-growing town south of San Jose, and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Health preparatory studies and psychology are among its largest programs.
Founded
1919
Location
Gilroy, California
Students
4,786
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
42.5%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,508
Out-of-state: $12,249
Avg Net Price
$6,542
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$47,169
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
42.5% complete their degree within three years
Retention
68.7%
Transfer Out
7%
Teaching Quality
24:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
23.5%
$/Student
$6.7K
Class Size
Large
The 42.5% graduation rate is below average, but 68.7% 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
$1,508
In-State
$12,249
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
$15,161
After Financial Aid
$6,542
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$5,507
Receive Grants
23.5%
Take Loans
0.2%
Tuition is $1,508/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $6,542.
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 Gavilan College fund their education.
While in School
23.5%
Get Grants
Free money
0.2%
Take Loans
Must repay
$20,559
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 Gavilan College.
Gender
53.8%
Female
46%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
4,786
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
56.4%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
37.1%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (54% women, 46% men). 56.4% 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
Rural: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
4,786
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Gavilan College fields 6 varsity teams with 177 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: Football
Student Athletes
177
4% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
72% / 28%
128
Men
49
Women
4
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Gavilan Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$47,169
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Health/Medical Preparatory Programs
$28K
86 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$39K
78 grads
4yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$55K
53 grads
4yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$72K
51 grads
4yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$56K
36 grads
4yr Earnings
Biological and Physical Sciences
—
33 grads
Graduates earn about $38K six years out, growing to $47K 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.