Oxnard College

4000 S Rose Ave
Oxnard, CA 93033
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  • Oxnard College is a public community college in Oxnard, California, United States. Established in 1975 by the Ventura County Community College District, it serves the Oxnard Plain cities of Oxnard, Camarillo, and Port Hueneme. Oxnard College offers both degrees and certificates in 26 different fields.

School Highlights

Oxnard College serves 10,332 students (17% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 40:1 is higher than the state community college average of 32:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 77%.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Enrollment: 10,332 students
  • In-state tuition: $1,388
  • Out-state tuition: $7,050
  • Student:teacher ratio: 40:1
  • Minority enrollment: 84%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Oxnard College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

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Attribute

School Overview

The teacher population of 259 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Oxnard College
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
259 staff
315 staff
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Oxnard College has grown by 38% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 40:1 has increased from 27:1 over five years.
The Oxnard College diversity score of 0.48 is less than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has grown by 18% over five years.
Total Enrollment
10,332 students
9,796 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
40:1
32:1
# Full-Time Students
1,795 students
1,259 students
# Part-Time Students
8,537 students
8,537 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
103 students
242 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,795 students
1,250 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
63 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
8,537 students
8,299 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
121 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
6%
13%
% Hispanic
70%
47%
% Black
2%
7%
% White
16%
23%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
4%
5%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
1%
3%
Diversity Score
0.48
0.70
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
32%
42%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
43%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,900
$34,700

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $1,388 is less than the state average of $1,516. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,050 is more than the state average of $6,779. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,388
$1,516
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,050
$6,779
Tuition Notes
$46.00 per unit
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
96%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
n/a
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
n/a
$6,239
Acceptance Rate
n/a
93%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Oxnard College cost?
Oxnard College's tuition is approximately $1,388 for In-State students and $7,050 for Out-State students.
What schools are Oxnard College often compared to?
Oxnard Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Ventura College by visitors of our site.
What is Oxnard College's ranking?
Oxnard College ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.
In what neighborhood is Oxnard College located?
Oxnard College is located in the College Park neighborhood of Oxnard, CA.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Enrollment: 10,332 students
  • In-state tuition: $1,388
  • Out-state tuition: $7,050
  • Student:teacher ratio: 40:1
  • Minority enrollment: 84%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

For California public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $1,516 per year for in-state students and $6,779 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $17,819 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in California is 77%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

California community colleges have a diversity score of 0.70, which is lower than the national average of 0.74. The most diverse community college in California is Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Fremont. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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