San Diego City College
About San Diego City College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
San Diego City College has taught downtown since 1914 and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Psychology and business are among its largest programs, and it sends many of its students into San Diego State and the University of California.
Founded
1914
Location
San Diego, California
Students
10,441
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
30.4%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,146
Out-of-state: $10,002
Avg Net Price
$7,935
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$38,503
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
30.4% complete their degree within three years
Retention
60.9%
Transfer Out
15%
Teaching Quality
21:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
37.5%
$/Student
$6.1K
Class Size
Large
The 30.4% graduation rate is below average, but 60.9% 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
$1,146
In-State
$10,002
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
$21,202
After Financial Aid
$7,935
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,181
Receive Grants
23.1%
Take Loans
1.6%
Tuition is $1,146/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $7,935.
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 San Diego City College fund their education.
While in School
23.1%
Get Grants
Free money
1.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$15,000
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$7,689
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$82/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $7,689, 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 San Diego City College.
Gender
53.4%
Female
47%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
10,441
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
58.2%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
39.4%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (53% women, 47% men). 58.2% 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
10,441
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
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
San Diego City College fields 9 varsity teams with 177 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
9
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
177
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
47% / 53%
84
Men
93
Women
5
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 San Diego City Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$38,503
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$26K
176 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$38K
96 grads
4yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$33K
81 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$50K
76 grads
4yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$113K
47 grads
4yr Earnings
Biological and Physical Sciences
$77K
46 grads
4yr Earnings
Median earnings are $39K 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.