- The mission of Solano Community College is to provide the highest quality academic, occupational, cultural, developmental, and continuing education programs that are dedicated to the achievement of student learning outcomes and responsive to the needs of our community. In fulfilling our mission, we are committed to a diverse educational and cultural campus environment that prepares our students for productive participation in the 21st century.
School Highlights
Solano Community College serves 9,282 students (31% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 46:1 is higher than the state community college average of 44:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 77%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 9,282 students
- In-state tuition: $1,416
- Out-state tuition: $7,386
- Student-teacher ratio: 46:1
- Minority enrollment: 78%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Solano Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
The teacher population of 204 teachers has declined by 50% over five years.
Solano Community College
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Colors
Blue and Gold
Total Faculty
204 staff
72 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Solano Community College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 46:1 has increased from 23:1 over five years.
The Solano Community College diversity score of 0.77 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
9,282 students
2,140 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
46:1
44:1
# Full-Time Students
2,895 students
1,022 students
# Part-Time Students
6,387 students
5,816 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
9,282 students
2,055 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,895 students
967 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
6,387 students
5,816 students
% Asian
15%
12%
% Hispanic
36%
46%
% Black
15%
7%
% White
22%
23%
% Hawaiian
1%
n/a
% Two or more races
9%
5%
% Unknown races
2%
6%
Diversity Score
0.77
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
28%
28%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
34%
43%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$40,500
$34,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $1,416 is more than the state average of $1,236. The in-state tuition has grown by 21% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,386 is more than the state average of $6,577. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,416
$1,236
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,386
$6,577
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
86%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,500
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,500
$6,272
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcons
- Solano Community College is a tradition in Solano County. Established in 1945 as Vallejo Junior College, Solano was part of the Vallejo Unified School District until 1967 when the College became a countywide institution. The 192-acre campus, centrally located just off Interstate 80, was completed in 1971 and opened with 5,000 students. Since then, facilities, programs, staff and services have expanded to meet the growing needs of a growing county. Solano College is part of California's public community college system of 109 campuses in 72 districts across the state. The College's service area encompasses the communities of Benicia, Dixon, Fairfield, Suisun, Vacaville, Vallejo and Winters, as well as Travis Air Force Base. Many graduates of the area's fifteen public high schools and three private schools take advantage of the educational opportunities offered by Solano Community College. Solano's classes are held during two semesters each year (Spring and Fall), plus Summer sessions. Flexible scheduling, designed for students' convenience, includes day, evening and Saturday classes, held on and off the campus, and via the Internet, television, and travel study. Short-term classes, open-entry/open-exit formats, and special interest workshops and seminars add to this scheduling flexibility. With the current student population of 12,000 divided between day and evening, the Solano College campus is alive at all hours offering academic study and occupational training to all area residents.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Solano Community College cost?
Solano Community College's tuition is approximately $1,416 for In-State students and $7,386 for Out-State students.
What schools are Solano Community College often compared to?
Solano Community Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Napa Valley College by visitors of our site.
What is Solano Community College's ranking?
Solano Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Diversity in US community colleges.
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