City College of San Francisco
- For 67 years, City College of San Francisco has served the needs of its city in the truest populist tradition. Its goal of "providing educational and cultural opportunities to a diverse and changing community". With 85,000 students spread across nine city-wide campuses, its success is very "down to earth". This multicultural and generational, fully-accredited community college, is one of the largest in the country.
School Highlights
City College of San Francisco serves 24,441 students (31% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the state community college average of 24:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 77%.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
- Enrollment: 24,441 students
- In-state tuition: $1,290
- Out-state tuition: $7,246
- Student:teacher ratio: 17:1
- Minority enrollment: 80%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
City College of San Francisco ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Earnings
School Overview
The teacher population of 1,456 teachers has declined by 10% over five years.
City College of San Francisco
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Traditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
1,456 staff
308 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of City College of San Francisco has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 has decreased from 25:1 over five years.
The City College of San Francisco diversity score of 0.77 is more than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
24,441 students
8,365 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
24:1
# Full-Time Students
7,598 students
2,015 students
# Part-Time Students
16,843 students
6,350 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
140 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
33%
12%
% Hispanic
27%
47%
% Black
7%
6%
% White
20%
23%
% Hawaiian
1%
n/a
% Two or more races
5%
4%
% Non Resident races
2%
2%
% Unknown races
5%
6%
Diversity Score
0.77
0.70
College Completion Rate
38%
32%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$42,900
$34,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $1,290 is less than the state average of $1,997. The in-state tuition has declined by 19% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,246 is more than the state average of $7,123. The out-state tuition has declined by 19% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,290
$1,997
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,246
$7,123
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
52%
79%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,813
$10,376
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,500
$6,000
Acceptance Rate
n/a
89%
Source: 2020 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- City College of San Francisco (CCSF) offers courses in more than 50 academic programs and over 100 occupational disciplines. There is a full range of credit courses leading to the Associate of Arts and Science degrees, most of which meet the general education requirements of four-year colleges and universities. Occupational courses and programs prepare students for immediate employment. Free noncredit courses such as English as a Second Language and Citizenship, as well as classes designed for Older Adults, are also available. Competitively priced, short-term community service courses meet the training needs of business, industry and government, and personal enrichment of community members. City College has seen many of its students go on to successful careers in a variety of high profile fields, including theater, journalism, science, and professional sports. With its history of innovative curriculum, awards for an excellence, and an impressive roster of loyal alumni, City College continues to make good on its promise. Learning Assistance Center programs provide students with academic support services. The Learning Assistance Center offers a variety of services including tutoring, study groups and workshops. Our labs include a reading lab, a writing lab and three computer labs. We offer college success courses, career success courses and a tutor training course. Online courses provide students an opportunity to learn in an environment that is physically remote from professors and fellow students, but often at the same time surprisingly close and personal. These courses will open the classroom to a world of dynamic, diverse content. However, you also should understand that online courses are not for everyone. To succeed, you have to be self-motivated, possess good study skills, and be an independent learner. Most students find that online courses are as challenging as on-campus courses.
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