Hartnell College
About Hartnell College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Hartnell College teaches in Salinas, in the valley that grows much of the country's lettuce and strawberries, and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Psychology and business are among its largest programs, and it teaches agriculture to the children of the people who work the fields.
Founded
1920
Location
Salinas, California
Students
9,453
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
40%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,404
Out-of-state: $10,374
Avg Net Price
$2,039
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$44,316
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
40% complete their degree within three years
Retention
73.4%
Transfer Out
5%
Teaching Quality
22:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
36%
$/Student
$5.0K
Class Size
Large
The 40% graduation rate is below average, but 73.4% 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
$1,404
In-State
$10,374
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
$11,892
After Financial Aid
$2,039
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$828
Receive Grants
31.5%
Take Loans
0.3%
Tuition is $1,404/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $2,039.
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 Hartnell College fund their education.
While in School
31.5%
Get Grants
Free money
0.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$24,413
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 Hartnell College.
Gender
46.4%
Female
54%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
9,453
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
64.8%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
24.2%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (46% women, 54% men). 64.8% 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
9,453
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
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Hartnell College fields 10 varsity teams with 364 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
10
Biggest: Track and Field (Outdoor)
Student Athletes
364
4% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
63% / 37%
230
Men
134
Women
7
Men's Teams
8
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Hartnell Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$44,316
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$23K
341 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$36K
93 grads
4yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$45K
87 grads
4yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$35K
62 grads
1yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
—
45 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$131K
40 grads
4yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $36K six years out, growing to $44K 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.