C
Average
Score: 52/100

Butte College

2-Year Public
📍 Oroville, California 95965
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 32%
Outcomes
C
48/100
Affordability
B+
79/100
Resources
C+
58/100
Experience
D
41/100
Prestige
D
32/100

Quick Stats

10,211
Total Enrollment
32%
Graduation Rate
67%
Retention Rate
21.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$8,225
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Butte College

51% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 5,177 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$308,129
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,290
1-Year Change
+3.9%
For parents & investors

The Butte College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $308,129
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,290/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 95916 (3.9% cap, Berry Creek)

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🏆 Where Butte College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#13
Construction/Heavy Equipment/Earthmoving Equipment Operation
of 17 schools
#23
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
of 40 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $1,104 $8,184

Financial Aid

92%
Receive Any Aid
51%
Receive Pell Grants
2%
Take Out Loans
$8,225
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$3,367
$30,001 - $48,000$4,104
$48,001 - $75,000$7,220
$75,001 - $110,000$9,836
$110,001+$12,770

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Social Sciences, General 283 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 177 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 151 grads/yr Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 130 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 126 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 118 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 111 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 110 grads/yr Psychology, General 104 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 83 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 74 grads/yr Fire Science/Fire-fighting 71 grads/yr Construction/Heavy Equipment/Earthmoving Equipment Operation 53 grads/yr Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary 52 grads/yr Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 48 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 44 grads/yr Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician 29 grads/yr Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General 29 grads/yr Art/Art Studies, General 27 grads/yr Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician 25 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Butte College's top programs commonly pursue.

Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Social scientists and related workers, all other
$100k/yr 40,800 jobs
Social sciences teachers, postsecondary, all other
$75k/yr 20,700 jobs
Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education
$65k/yr 1,094,500 jobs
Social science research assistants
$58k/yr 40,600 jobs
Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers
$51k/yr 457,300 jobs
Welding, soldering, and brazing machine setters, operators, and tenders
$47k/yr 38,900 jobs
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$106k/yr 289,600 jobs

Student Demographics

10,211
Total Students
56%
Women
57%
Traditional Age (18-24)
51%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 48%
Hispanic 34%
Black 2%
Asian 6%
Two or More 6%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 51%
With Family 49%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~5,177 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 38%
Hybrid (Some Online) 36%
Fully Online 27%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 57%
25-64 (Adult) 27%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Butte College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Butte College?
Tuition at Butte College is $1,104 for in-state students and $8,184 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $8,225.
What is the graduation rate at Butte College?
The graduation rate at Butte College is 32%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Butte College a good school?
Butte College has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Butte College?
Butte College has a total enrollment of 10,211 students.
Is there rental demand near Butte College?
Yes! Approximately 51% of students at Butte College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 5,177 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Oroville area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology