C+
Above Average
Score: 54/100

Chabot College

2-Year Public
📍 Hayward, California 94545
Outcomes
C+
56/100
Affordability
B+
77/100
Resources
C+
55/100
Experience
D
40/100
Prestige
D
36/100

Quick Stats

12,218
Total Enrollment
41%
Graduation Rate
77%
Retention Rate
23.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$7,975
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Chabot College

26% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 3,177 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$889,994
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,796
1-Year Change
-2.8%
For parents & investors

The Chabot College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $889,994
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,796/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 94603 (3.7% cap, Oakland)

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🏆 Where Chabot College Ranks

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

#5
Child Care Provider/Assistant
of 100 schools
#13
Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair Technology/Technician, General
of 25 schools
#15
Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other
of 34 schools
#17
Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
of 40 schools
#20
Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General
of 50 schools
#26
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $1,104 $8,640

Financial Aid

79%
Receive Any Aid
40%
Receive Pell Grants
1%
Take Out Loans
$7,975
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$3,300
$30,001 - $48,000$3,532
$48,001 - $75,000$7,225
$75,001 - $110,000$9,704
$110,001+$10,901

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 1,275 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 172 grads/yr Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other 139 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 136 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 122 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 117 grads/yr Psychology, General 104 grads/yr Real Estate 71 grads/yr Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General 45 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 40 grads/yr Dental Hygiene/Hygienist 38 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 38 grads/yr Mathematics, General 35 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 35 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 34 grads/yr Machine Tool Technology/Machinist 30 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 30 grads/yr Sociology, General 26 grads/yr Information Technology 25 grads/yr Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair Technology/Technician, General 25 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Childcare workers
$32k/yr 991,600 jobs
Natural sciences managers
$161k/yr 104,300 jobs
Biological scientists, all other
$93k/yr 63,700 jobs
Life scientists, all other
$88k/yr 7,800 jobs
Biological science teachers, postsecondary
$83k/yr 66,000 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs

Student Demographics

12,218
Total Students
49%
Women
54%
Traditional Age (18-24)
26%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 17%
Hispanic 42%
Black 9%
Asian 23%
Two or More 6%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 26%
With Family 74%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~3,177 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 34%
Hybrid (Some Online) 29%
Fully Online 38%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 54%
25-64 (Adult) 39%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Chabot 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 Chabot College?
Tuition at Chabot College is $1,104 for in-state students and $8,640 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $7,975.
What is the graduation rate at Chabot College?
The graduation rate at Chabot College is 41%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Chabot College a good school?
Chabot College has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (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
How many students attend Chabot College?
Chabot College has a total enrollment of 12,218 students.
Is there rental demand near Chabot College?
Yes! Approximately 26% of students at Chabot College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 3,177 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Hayward area.

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