- College of the Sequoias is a comprehensive community college focused on student learning. Our mission is to help our diverse student population achieve their transfer and /or occupational objectives and to advance the economic growth and global competitiveness of business and industry within our region.
School Highlights
College of the Sequoias serves 12,571 students (41% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 74%.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Enrollment: 12,571 students
- In-state tuition: $1,362
- Out-state tuition: $6,138
- Student:teacher ratio: 21:1
- Minority enrollment: 76%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
College of the Sequoias ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 603 teachers has grown by 147% over five years.
College of the Sequoias
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
603 staff
308 staff

School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of College of the Sequoias has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The College of the Sequoias diversity score of 0.52 is less than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has grown by 7% over five years.
Total Enrollment
12,571 students
7,899 students

Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1

# Full-Time Students
5,129 students
1,660 students

# Part-Time Students
7,442 students
6,239 students



# Enrollment Undergraduate
858 students
302 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
5,129 students
1,580 students

# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
54 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
7,442 students
6,239 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
140 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a

% Asian
4%
14%

% Hispanic
65%
45%

% Black
2%
5%

% White
24%
26%

% Two or more races
3%
4%

% Non Resident races
n/a
3%
% Unknown races
1%
3%


Diversity Score
0.52
0.70

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
32%
35%

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.92%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,400
$34,700

Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $1,362 is more than the state average of $1,246. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,138 is less than the state average of $6,603. The out-state tuition has declined by 14% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,362
$1,246

Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,138
$6,603

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
81%
86%

Median Debt for Graduates
$5,625
$10,500

Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,000
$6,239

Acceptance Rate
n/a
89%
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- College of the Sequoias is a public, two-year community college with an enrollment of just over 10,000 students. Located in Visalia, California, the campus is halfway between Los Angeles and San Francisco. Our administration, faculty and staff are committed to the advancement of economic growth and to our mission of preparing students for productive work, lifelong learning and community involvement. COS has comprehensive offerings that include: transfer programs, occupational-technology programs and basic skills. In addition, COS is very proud of the educational support offered to students and is dedicated and highly committed to enhancing our diverse educational and cultural campus environment. From its opening in the fall of 1926 until World War II the district's sole mission was to provide inexpensive, lower-division college education to local high school graduates who intended to transfer to a traditional four-year college. This "transfer" mission shaped the college during these years in that it provided the theoretical and political basis for its founding, defined its initial curriculum and activities, led to the construction of its campus, and met the needs of the overwhelming majority of its students. In athletics, the Giants offer 18 intercollegiate sports and have a rich and successful tradition. The school has won state championships in football, men's basketball, women's basketball, baseball, softball, golf, and wrestling. The Giants have also hosted three of the last five state championship football games (2000, 2001, and 2004).
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does College of the Sequoias cost?
College of the Sequoias's tuition is approximately $1,362 for In-State students and $6,138 for Out-State students.
What is College of the Sequoias's ranking?
College of the Sequoias ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Least debt for graduating students.
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