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School Highlights
California Aeronautical University serves 274 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the state average of 74%.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Private-state tuition: $13,663
- Acceptance Rate: 45%
- Student:teacher ratio: 2:1
- Minority enrollment: 79%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
California Aeronautical University ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 110 teachers has grown by 307% over five years.
California Aeronautical University
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
110 staff
308 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of California Aeronautical University has grown by 12% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 2:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The California Aeronautical University diversity score of 0.89 is more than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has grown by 36% over five years.
Total Enrollment
274 students
7,899 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
2:1
22:1
# Full-Time Students
274 students
1,660 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
6,239 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
273 students
302 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
269 students
1,580 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
5 students
54 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
6,239 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
198 students
140 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
4%
n/a
% Asian
4%
14%
% Hispanic
21%
45%
% Black
13%
5%
% White
21%
26%
% Hawaiian
8%
n/a
% Two or more races
n/a
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
3%
% Unknown races
29%
3%
Diversity Score
0.89
0.70
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
39%
27%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.17%
1.92%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$35,200
$34,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $13,663 is less than the state average of $20,540. The private state tuition has declined by 55% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$13,663
$20,540
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
96%
86%
Median Debt for Graduates
$26,540
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,094
$6,239
Acceptance Rate
45%
80%
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does California Aeronautical University cost?
California Aeronautical University's private state tuition is approximately $13,663.
What is the acceptance rate of California Aeronautical University?
The acceptance rate of California Aeronautical University is 45%, which is lower than the state average of 80%.
What is California Aeronautical University's ranking?
California Aeronautical University ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Diversity in US community colleges and Percent of students receiving financial aid.
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