Solano Community College
About Solano Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Solano Community College teaches in Fairfield, between San Francisco and Sacramento, and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. The sciences and biomedical studies are its largest programs, and it teaches many students from Travis Air Force Base.
Founded
1945
Location
Fairfield, California
Students
8,061
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
36.2%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,172
Out-of-state: $9,812
Avg Net Price
$4,669
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$44,170
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
36.2% complete their degree within three years
Retention
Not reported
Transfer Out
9.4%
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
27:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
40.5%
$/Student
$6.6K
Class Size
Large
The 36.2% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$1,172
In-State
$9,812
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
$13,143
After Financial Aid
$4,669
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$3,624
Receive Grants
22.9%
Take Loans
1.7%
Tuition is $1,172/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $4,669.
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 Solano Community College fund their education.
While in School
22.9%
Get Grants
Free money
1.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$19,386
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$12,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$127/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $12,000, 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 Solano Community College.
Gender
53.7%
Female
46%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
8,061
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
48.5%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
34.9%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (54% women, 46% men). 48.5% 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
Suburb: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
8,061
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
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Solano Community College fields 8 varsity teams with 142 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
8
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
142
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
46% / 54%
66
Men
76
Women
4
Men's Teams
7
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Solano Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$44,170
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Biological and Physical Sciences
$54K
354 grads
4yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$50K
262 grads
4yr Earnings
Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other
—
168 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$55K
84 grads
4yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$42K
81 grads
4yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$49K
47 grads
4yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $35K 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.