School Highlights
Carrington College-San Jose serves 1,094 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 35:1 is higher than the state community college average of 32:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 77%.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Enrollment: 1,094 students
- Acceptance Rate: 93%
- Student-teacher ratio: 35:1
- Minority enrollment: 91%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Carrington College-San Jose ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Carrington College-San Jose
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Special Focus Two-Year: Health Professions
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
31 staff
315 staff
Number of Programs Offered
12
12
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Carrington College-San Jose has grown by 73% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 35:1 has increased from 19:1 over five years.
The Carrington College-San Jose diversity score of 0.51 is less than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has declined by 23% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,094 students
9,796 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
35:1
32:1
# Full-Time Students
1,094 students
1,259 students
# Part-Time Students
73 students
8,537 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
109 students
242 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,094 students
1,250 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
63 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
73 students
8,299 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
121 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
11%
13%
% Hispanic
67%
47%
% Black
3%
7%
% White
9%
23%
% Hawaiian
1%
1%
% Two or more races
n/a
5%
% Non Resident races
3%
1%
% Unknown races
6%
3%
Diversity Score
0.51
0.70
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
54%
42%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
43%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,100
$34,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,376
$10,376
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$6,000
Acceptance Rate
93%
93%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Tannya M., 2018 Dental Assisting Graduate -
- Mercedes G., 2021 Student, Practical Nursing -
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Carrington College-San Jose?
The acceptance rate of Carrington College-San Jose is 93%, which is equal to the state average of 93%.
Who are famous alumni from Carrington College-San Jose?
Carrington College-San Jose famous alumni include: Tannya M., 2018 Dental Assisting Graduate and Mercedes G., 2021 Student, Practical Nursing.
What is Carrington College-San Jose's ranking?
Carrington College-San Jose ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.
In what neighborhood is Carrington College-San Jose located?
Carrington College-San Jose is located in the South San Jose neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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