School Highlights
Central Coast College serves 364 students (72% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 77%.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Acceptance Rate: 57%
- Minority enrollment: 100%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Central Coast College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
Completion Rates
Debt For Students
School Overview
Central Coast College
(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
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Central Coast College has grown by 79% over five years.
The Central Coast College diversity score of 0.25 is less than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has declined by 13% over five years.
Total Enrollment
364 students
9,796 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
32:1
# Full-Time Students
261 students
1,259 students
# Part-Time Students
103 students
8,537 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
n/a
242 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
261 students
1,250 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
63 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
103 students
8,299 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
121 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
3%
n/a
% Asian
1%
13%
% Hispanic
1%
47%
% Black
86%
7%
% White
n/a
23%
% Hawaiian
7%
1%
% Two or more races
2%
5%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
3%
Diversity Score
0.25
0.70
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
85%
42%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
43%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,000
$34,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
97%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$3,823
$10,063
Median Debt for Dropouts
$2,155
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
57%
77%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Central Coast College?
The acceptance rate of Central Coast College is 57%, which is lower than the state average of 77%.
What is Central Coast College's ranking?
Central Coast College ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Average community college minority breakdown, Percent of students receiving financial aid, Highest completion rates and Least debt for graduating students.
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