C
Average
Score: 50/100

Contra Costa College

2-Year Public
📍 San Pablo, California 94806
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: 33%
Outcomes
C
50/100
Affordability
B+
78/100
Resources
C+
58/100
Experience
F
34/100
Prestige
F
28/100

Quick Stats

5,997
Total Enrollment
33%
Graduation Rate
71%
Retention Rate
20.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$9,094
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Contra Costa College

31% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,859 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$579,277
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,351
1-Year Change
-0.1%
For parents & investors

The Contra Costa College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $579,277
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,351/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 94804 (3.8% cap, Richmond)

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🏆 Where Contra Costa College Ranks

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

#28
Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other
of 34 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $1,288 $8,304

Financial Aid

78%
Receive Any Aid
48%
Receive Pell Grants
1%
Take Out Loans
$9,094
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$5,586
$30,001 - $48,000$5,455
$48,001 - $75,000$9,174
$75,001 - $110,000$11,545
$110,001+$10,878

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Biological and Physical Sciences 418 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 413 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 113 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 103 grads/yr Humanities/Humanistic Studies 88 grads/yr Psychology, General 51 grads/yr Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other 47 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 43 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 39 grads/yr Computer Science 25 grads/yr Human Services, General 23 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 21 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 20 grads/yr Sociology, General 19 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 18 grads/yr Real Estate 16 grads/yr Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General 10 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 10 grads/yr Mathematics, General 9 grads/yr Pre-Engineering 8 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

Natural sciences managers
$161k/yr 104,300 jobs
Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education
$65k/yr 1,094,500 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs

Student Demographics

5,997
Total Students
60%
Women
51%
Traditional Age (18-24)
31%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 11%
Hispanic 46%
Black 14%
Asian 18%
Two or More 7%
Non-Resident 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 31%
With Family 69%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,859 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 23%
Hybrid (Some Online) 31%
Fully Online 47%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 51%
25-64 (Adult) 34%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Contra Costa 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 Contra Costa College?
Tuition at Contra Costa College is $1,288 for in-state students and $8,304 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $9,094.
What is the graduation rate at Contra Costa College?
The graduation rate at Contra Costa College is 33%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Contra Costa College a good school?
Contra Costa College has a Repit College Score of 50/100 (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 (F): 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 Contra Costa College?
Contra Costa College has a total enrollment of 5,997 students.
Is there rental demand near Contra Costa College?
Yes! Approximately 31% of students at Contra Costa College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,859 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the San Pablo area.

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