Citrus College, a public community college and part of the California Community College system, furthers the economic development of the region and the state by providing education and vocational training and offers cultural opportunities for the greater San Gabriel and Pomona valleys.
School Highlights
Citrus College serves 11,863 students (38% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is same as the state community college average of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 75%.
Quick Stats (2024)
Enrollment: 11,863 students
In-state tuition: $1,176
Out-state tuition: $6,144
Student:teacher ratio: 21:1
Minority enrollment: 84%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
The student population of Citrus College has declined by 9% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 has decreased from 24:1 over five years.
The Citrus College diversity score of 0.58 is less than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has grown by 8% over five years.
Total Enrollment
11,863 students
7,900 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
# Full-Time Students
4,486 students
1,661 students
# Part-Time Students
7,377 students
6,239 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
961 students
302 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
4,486 students
1,646 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
54 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
7,377 students
6,312 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
140 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
9%
13%
% Hispanic
62%
45%
% Black
3%
5%
% White
16%
25%
% Two or more races
3%
4%
% Non Resident races
5%
3%
% Unknown races
1%
5%
Diversity Score
0.58
0.71
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
41%
35%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.92%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$32,400
$34,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $1,176 is less than the state average of $2,083. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,144 is less than the state average of $7,122. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,176
$2,083
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,144
$7,122
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
73%
86%
Median Debt for Graduates
$4,750
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$6,239
Acceptance Rate
n/a
89%
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
Citrus College is a Public Community College serving the
communities of Azusa, Bradbury, Claremont, Duarte, Glendora and
Monrovia. It is accredited by Western Association of Schools and
Colleges. The college enrolled 28 students in 1915 and currently
the college serves more than 12,000 students each fall and spring
semester. The Citrus College Lifelong Learning Center was designed
with career training in mind. With the addition of classrooms,
labs, computers and office machinery, the new building serves as
the base of operations for the Continuing Education and CalWORKs
programs.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Citrus College cost?
Citrus College's tuition is approximately $1,176 for In-State students and $6,144 for Out-State students.
What schools are Citrus College often compared to?
Citrus Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Mt San Antonio College by visitors of our site.
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Quick Stats (2024)
Enrollment: 11,863 students
In-state tuition: $1,176
Out-state tuition: $6,144
Student:teacher ratio: 21:1
Minority enrollment: 84%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
For Los Angeles County, CA public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,305 per year for in-state students and $8,200 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $24,360 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.
