City College of San FranciscoCity College of San Francisco campus, San Francisco, CA. Photo: Umi, CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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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: 40%
Outcomes
C
51/100
Affordability
B
70/100
Resources
C+
55/100
Experience
D
44/100
Prestige
D
36/100
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
17,808
Total Enrollment
40%
Graduation Rate
62%
Retention Rate
23.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$12,130
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near City College of San Francisco ▼
55%
of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.
What happens to students who enroll at City College of San Francisco, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
$45,805
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$34,896
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$8,218
Median debt at graduation
40.1%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
16.7%
Students receiving Pell grants
Typical debt at graduation equals about 18% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 74th percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (CA wage index 1.21). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at City College of San Francisco
Median pay of associate's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
For parents & investors
The City College of San Francisco Town Property Report
Avg home value near campus: $1,165,294
Avg rent near campus: $3,321/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 94124 (3.4% cap, San Francisco)
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🏆 Where City College of San Francisco Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~9,723 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person45%
Hybrid (Some Online)32%
Fully Online23%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)37%
25-64 (Adult)57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at City College of San Francisco?
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 City College of San Francisco?
Tuition at City College of San Francisco is
$12,960 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $12,130.
What is the graduation rate at City College of San Francisco?
The graduation rate at City College of San Francisco is 40%.
This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is City College of San Francisco a good school?
City College of San Francisco 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 City College of San Francisco?
City College of San Francisco has a total enrollment of 17,808 students.
Is there rental demand near City College of San Francisco?
Yes! Approximately 55% of students at City College of San Francisco live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 9,723 students who need rental housing near campus.
This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the San Francisco area.
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