Mendocino College
About Mendocino College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Mendocino College teaches in Ukiah, in the wine and redwood country of northern California, and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Health preparatory studies and business are among its largest programs.
Founded
1973
Location
Ukiah, California
Students
2,870
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
25.4%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,423
Out-of-state: $10,003
Avg Net Price
$8,330
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$40,243
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
25.4% complete their degree within three years
Retention
63%
Transfer Out
8%
Teaching Quality
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
20%
$/Student
$9.1K
Class Size
Medium
The 25.4% graduation rate is below average, but 63% 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
$1,423
In-State
$10,003
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,080
Total Cost of Attendance
$17,544
After Financial Aid
$8,330
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,306
Receive Grants
27.9%
Take Loans
3.1%
Tuition is $1,423/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $8,330.
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 Mendocino College fund their education.
While in School
27.9%
Get Grants
Free money
3.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$16,089
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$10,836
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$115/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $10,836, 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 Mendocino College.
Gender
66%
Female
34%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,870
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
54.5%
First-Gen
26 yrs
Avg Age
42.8%
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. 54.5% 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
2,870
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
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Mendocino College fields 6 varsity teams with 135 student athletes, about 5% of the student body.
Division
CCCAA
California Community College Athletic Association
Conference
California
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
135
5% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
59% / 41%
79
Men
56
Women
4
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Mendocino Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$40,243
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Health/Medical Preparatory Programs
—
65 grads
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
—
63 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$49K
40 grads
1yr Earnings
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
—
28 grads
Accounting and Related Services
—
25 grads
Psychology, General
—
23 grads
Graduates earn about $33K six years out, growing to $40K 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.