San Jose City College
About San Jose City College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
San Jose City College has taught in the middle of Silicon Valley since 1921 and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. The sciences and business are its largest programs, and most of its students are working toward a transfer.
Founded
1921
Location
San Jose, California
Students
7,105
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
34.1%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,366
Out-of-state: $11,922
Avg Net Price
$16,959
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$46,215
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
34.1% complete their degree within three years
Retention
65.1%
Transfer Out
9%
Teaching Quality
23:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
38.9%
$/Student
$12.1K
Class Size
Large
The 34.1% graduation rate is below average, but 65.1% 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
$1,366
In-State
$11,922
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$2,727
Total Cost of Attendance
$26,081
After Financial Aid
$16,959
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$16,430
Receive Grants
20.6%
Take Loans
0.6%
Tuition is $1,366/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $16,959.
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 Jose City College fund their education.
While in School
20.6%
Get Grants
Free money
0.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$15,562
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 San Jose City College.
Gender
53.8%
Female
46%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
7,105
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
58.1%
First-Gen
27 yrs
Avg Age
39.5%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 27, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 58.1% 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
7,105
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
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
San Jose City College fields 7 varsity teams with 160 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
7
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
160
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
66% / 34%
106
Men
54
Women
5
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 San Jose City Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$46,215
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$56K
189 grads
4yr Earnings
Biological and Physical Sciences
$41K
65 grads
4yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$76K
61 grads
4yr Earnings
Psychology, General
—
47 grads
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
—
41 grads
Sociology
—
28 grads
Graduates earn about $40K six years out, growing to $46K 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.