School Highlights
California Institute of Arts & Technology serves 618 students (100% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the state average of 77%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 618 students
- Minority enrollment: 70%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
California Institute of Arts & Technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
California Institute of Arts & Technology
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
n/a
315 staff
Student Body
The student population of California Institute of Arts & Technology has declined by 23% over five years.
The California Institute of Arts & Technology diversity score of 0.78 is more than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
618 students
9,796 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
32:1
# Full-Time Students
618 students
1,259 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
8,537 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
n/a
242 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
618 students
1,250 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
63 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
8,299 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
121 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
8%
n/a
% Asian
19%
13%
% Hispanic
2%
47%
% Black
21%
7%
% White
30%
23%
% Hawaiian
20%
1%
% Two or more races
n/a
5%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
3%
Diversity Score
0.78
0.70
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
38%
42%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years) (Year 2024)
58%
43%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
85%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
n/a
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
n/a
$6,239
Acceptance Rate
n/a
93%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- School Mascot: Grizzly Bear
Frequently Asked Questions
What is California Institute of Arts & Technology's ranking?
California Institute of Arts & Technology ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Diversity in US community colleges.
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