- Mendocino College serves the educational needs of our students and our community by providing academic programs, transfer preparation, vocational training, lifelong learning opportunities and student support.
School Highlights
Mendocino College serves 3,338 students (24% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the state community college average of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 75%.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Enrollment: 3,338 students
- In-state tuition: $1,422
- Out-state tuition: $5,892
- Student:teacher ratio: 14:1
- Minority enrollment: 51%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 243 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Mendocino College
(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
243 staff
312 staff
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School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Mendocino College has declined by 15% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 has decreased from 16:1 over five years.
The Mendocino College diversity score of 0.63 is less than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,338 students
7,900 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
21:1
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# Full-Time Students
799 students
1,661 students
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# Part-Time Students
2,539 students
6,239 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
218 students
302 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
799 students
1,646 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
54 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,539 students
6,312 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
140 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
7%
n/a
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% Asian
5%
13%
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% Hispanic
35%
45%
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% Black
2%
5%
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% White
49%
25%
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% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
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% Two or more races
n/a
4%
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% Non Resident races
1%
3%
% Unknown races
1%
5%
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Diversity Score
0.63
0.71
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
19%
35%
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.92%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$29,200
$34,700
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $1,422 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 $5,892 is less than the state average of $7,122. The out-state tuition has declined by 16% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,422
$2,083
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,892
$7,122
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
79%
86%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$10,500
$10,500
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,075
$6,239
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Acceptance Rate
n/a
89%
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- The Mendocino-Lake Community College District was formed in September 1972 by vote of the citizens of the Anderson Valley, Laytonville, Potter Valley, Round Valley, Ukiah, and Willits Unified School Districts. Planning for the development of the initial offerings of the College occurred in the Spring of 1973, with the first classes offered in July 1973. our new Ukiah Campus has 20,000 sq. ft. Science Complex. This new facility, along with our state-of-the-art Center for Visual and Performing Arts, Athletic Complex, Lowery Library building, and Vocational Education facility, offer students excellent resources to pursue their goals. Mendocino College is accredited by accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Mendocino College cost?
Mendocino College's tuition is approximately $1,422 for In-State students and $5,892 for Out-State students.
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