School Highlights
Heald College-Salinas served 682 students
The college's student-teacher ratio of 28:1 was lower than the state community college average of 44:1.
Minority enrollment was 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was more than the state average of 77%.
School Overview
Heald College-Salinas
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
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
24 staff
72 staff
Student Body
Total Enrollment
682 students
2,140 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
44:1
# Enrollment Undergraduate
682 students
2,055 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
543 students
967 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
139 students
5,816 students
% Asian
4%
12%
% Hispanic
43%
46%
% Black
2%
7%
% White
6%
23%
% Two or more races
1%
5%
% Unknown races
44%
6%
Diversity Score
0.62
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
51%
28%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,100
$34,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Private State Tuition Fees
$13,620
$18,639
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
97%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,676
$9,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$8,826
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
72%
86%
Source: 2015 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Heald College-Salinas cost?
Heald College-Salinas's private state tuition is approximately $13,620.
What is the acceptance rate of Heald College-Salinas?
The acceptance rate of Heald College-Salinas is 72%, which is lower than the state average of 86%.
Recent Articles
Healthcare Workforce Programs: Fast Track or Overcrowded Path?
Explore whether community college healthcare programs still offer a fast track to rewarding careers or if growing enrollment and competition are changing the landscape.
How to Judge Job Placement Claims Before Enrolling
Learn how to evaluate community college job placement claims, understand employment statistics, and identify programs with proven career outcomes before you enroll.
Employer Partnerships: Real Hiring Pipeline or Marketing Claim?
Explore how community college employer partnerships work, learn how to identify genuine hiring pipelines, and discover the questions every prospective student should ask before enrolling in a career-focused program.
