- Since our opening in 1985, Platt College has been dedicated to the principle that education is the foundation for personal and professional growth, and that students should have the opportunity to develop to their full potential. At Platt our mission is to provide a balanced program of instruction for our students, to help them acquire the specialized knowledge and skills they need to take advantage of exciting career opportunities in many of today’s in-demand fields. We at Platt continuously update our offerings to best serve the needs of students and employers in today’s dynamic Southern California business environment.
School Highlights
Platt College-Ontario serves 500 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the state community college average of 44:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 77%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 500 students
- Private-state tuition: $14,820
- Acceptance Rate: 99%
- Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
- Minority enrollment: 91%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Platt College-Ontario ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 49% over five years.
Platt College-Ontario
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Mixed Baccalaureate/Associate's
0
Institution Level
Four or more years
0
Institution Control
Private for-profit
0
Total Faculty
32 staff
72 staff
Number of Programs Offered
-2
8
Student Body
The student population of Platt College-Ontario has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 has increased from 9:1 over five years.
The Platt College-Ontario diversity score of 0.42 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has declined by 27% over five years.
Total Enrollment
500 students
6,838 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
44:1
# Full-Time Students
500 students
1,022 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
5,816 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
466 students
381 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
500 students
967 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
96 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
5,798 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
21 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
140 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
4%
12%
% Hispanic
75%
46%
% Black
7%
7%
% White
9%
23%
% Hawaiian
1%
n/a
% Two or more races
4%
5%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
6%
Diversity Score
0.42
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
62%
43%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,500
$34,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $14,820 is less than the state average of $18,639. The private state tuition has declined by 14% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$14,820
$18,639
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
93%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$18,873
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$6,272
Acceptance Rate
99%
86%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Platt College-Ontario cost?
Platt College-Ontario's private state tuition is approximately $14,820.
What is the acceptance rate of Platt College-Ontario?
The acceptance rate of Platt College-Ontario is 99%, which is higher than the state average of 86%.
What is Platt College-Ontario's ranking?
Platt College-Ontario ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Average community college minority breakdown.
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