C
Average
Score: 47/100

Cerro Coso Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Ridgecrest, California 93555
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 (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 26%
Outcomes
D
40/100
Affordability
B+
75/100
Resources
C
50/100
Experience
D
40/100
Prestige
F
28/100

Quick Stats

5,690
Total Enrollment
26%
Graduation Rate
50%
Retention Rate
25.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$9,729
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Cerro Coso Community College

47% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 2,646 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$269,742
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,219
1-Year Change
+0.2%
For parents & investors

The Cerro Coso Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $269,742
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,219/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 93555 (3.5% cap, Ridgecrest)

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🏆 Where Cerro Coso Community College Ranks

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

#9
Prepress/Desktop Publishing and Digital Imaging Design
of 11 schools
#30
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
of 40 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $1,380 $10,260

Financial Aid

73%
Receive Any Aid
38%
Receive Pell Grants
1%
Take Out Loans
$9,729
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$5,151
$30,001 - $48,000$5,016
$48,001 - $75,000$8,352
$75,001 - $110,000$11,915

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 192 grads/yr Humanities/Humanistic Studies 129 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 111 grads/yr Information Technology 65 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 59 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 43 grads/yr Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary 38 grads/yr Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 36 grads/yr Prepress/Desktop Publishing and Digital Imaging Design 32 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 30 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 28 grads/yr Psychology, General 27 grads/yr Legal Assistant/Paralegal 26 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 19 grads/yr Human Services, General 16 grads/yr Mathematics, General 13 grads/yr Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General 10 grads/yr Biological and Physical Sciences 9 grads/yr Anthropology, General 8 grads/yr English Language and Literature, General 5 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Cerro Coso Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Childcare workers
$32k/yr 991,600 jobs
Computer and information systems managers
$171k/yr 667,100 jobs
Computer and information research scientists
$141k/yr 40,300 jobs
Database architects
$136k/yr 66,900 jobs
Software developers
$133k/yr 1,693,800 jobs
Computer network architects
$130k/yr 179,200 jobs
Information security analysts
$125k/yr 182,800 jobs

Student Demographics

5,690
Total Students
58%
Women
28%
Traditional Age (18-24)
47%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 37%
Hispanic 46%
Black 6%
Asian 5%
Two or More 5%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 47%
With Family 54%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~2,646 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 41%
Hybrid (Some Online) 12%
Fully Online 47%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 28%
25-64 (Adult) 42%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Cerro Coso Community 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 Cerro Coso Community College?
Tuition at Cerro Coso Community College is $1,380 for in-state students and $10,260 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $9,729.
What is the graduation rate at Cerro Coso Community College?
The graduation rate at Cerro Coso Community College is 26%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Cerro Coso Community College a good school?
Cerro Coso Community College has a Repit College Score of 47/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): 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 (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Cerro Coso Community College?
Cerro Coso Community College has a total enrollment of 5,690 students.
Is there rental demand near Cerro Coso Community College?
Yes! Approximately 47% of students at Cerro Coso Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 2,646 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Ridgecrest area.

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