C+

Above Average

Score: 54/100

California College of Music

2-Year Private For-Profit

📍 Pasadena, California 91106

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Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

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: 80%

Outcomes

C+

59/100

Affordability

32/100

Resources

B+

74/100

Experience

53/100

Prestige

C+

51/100

Quick Stats

Total Enrollment

80%

Graduation Rate

22%

Retention Rate

1.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

47%

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$17,910	$17,910

Financial Aid

100%

Receive Any Aid

11%

Receive Pell Grants

22%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Music Performance, General 3 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from California College of Music's top programs commonly pursue.

Art, drama, and music teachers, postsecondary

$80k/yr 122,800 jobs

Music directors and composers

$64k/yr 47,300 jobs

Musicians and singers

169,800 jobs

Student Demographics

Total Students

43%

Women

40%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 29%

Black 57%

Non-Resident 14%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 40%

25-64 (Adult) 60%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at California College of Music?

California College of Music has an acceptance rate of 47%. This makes it a moderately selective institution with competitive admission standards.

How much does it cost to attend California College of Music?

Tuition at California College of Music is $17,910 for in-state students and $17,910 for out-of-state students .

What is the graduation rate at California College of Music?

The graduation rate at California College of Music is 80%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.

Is California College of Music a good school?

California College of Music has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (B+): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (C+): Reputation and recognition

Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.

How many students attend California College of Music?

California College of Music has a total enrollment of 7 students.

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