- National Polytechnic College of Science is one of the nation's foremost institutions dedicated to preparing highly qualified graduates for a range of exciting careers in marine technology - including commercial diving, engineering technology, information technology, and telecommunications.
School Highlights
National Polytechnic College of Science serves 310 students
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 77%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
National Polytechnic College of Science ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
National Polytechnic College of Science
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates--Private Not-for-profit
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private, non-profit
Public
Total Faculty
n/a
315 staff
Student Body
The student population of National Polytechnic College of Science has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The National Polytechnic College of Science diversity score of 0.00 is less than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
310 students
9,796 students

Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
32:1
# Full-Time Students
n/a
1,259 students

# Part-Time Students
n/a
8,537 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
n/a
242 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
310 students
1,250 students

# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
63 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
8,299 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
121 students
% Asian
n/a
13%

% Hispanic
n/a
47%

% Black
n/a
7%

% White
n/a
23%

% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
n/a
5%

% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
100%
3%
Diversity Score
n/a
0.70

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
0.4221%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.4286%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
94%
77%

Median Debt for Graduates
n/a
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
n/a
$6,239
Acceptance Rate
n/a
93%
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- The College's mission is to provide access to quality educational programs, faculty, and resources in technical fields that prepare a diverse student body for direct and successful entry into the workforce. National Polytechnic College of Science, a non-profit higher education institution accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC) of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). The academic programs of National Polytechnic are focuses on commercial diving and marine technology, hyperbaric medical technology, EMT-B, Construction Management, Homeland Security,Health Information Technology, Substance Abuse Counseling, and Extended Learning , which offers shorter certificate courses such as the 50-hour Certified Hyperbaric Technologist program and Non-destructive Testing. The College was originally established in 1967 as the Commercial Diving Center at the Port of Los Angeles in Wilmington and later was renamed the College of Oceaneering in 1973 when it was purchased by Oceaneering International. In 2002, the College was purchased by National University and now is a non-profit organization and is a member of the National University System. Also in 2002, the College opened a second campus in San Diego, California. The College provides a number of services to help students attain their educational goals. In addition to the Office of Academics, several offices of the College join together to provide services for the academic, economic and personal needs of enrolled students. Student services include student advising and scheduling, records evaluation, Veteran's assistance, financial aid and other services.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is National Polytechnic College of Science's ranking?
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