C
Average
Score: 48/100

Copper Mountain Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Joshua Tree, California 92252
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: 38%
Outcomes
C
49/100
Affordability
B+
77/100
Resources
C+
60/100
Experience
F
33/100
Prestige
F
18/100

Quick Stats

1,524
Total Enrollment
38%
Graduation Rate
61%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$11,154
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Copper Mountain Community College

60% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 914 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$350,554
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,032
1-Year Change
+2.0%
For parents & investors

The Copper Mountain Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $350,554
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,032/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 92252 (4.5% cap, Joshua Tree)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $1,104 $11,040

Financial Aid

91%
Receive Any Aid
56%
Receive Pell Grants
2%
Take Out Loans
$11,154
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$7,075
$30,001 - $48,000$7,689
$48,001 - $75,000$9,314
$75,001 - $110,000$11,142

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 54 grads/yr Biological and Physical Sciences 48 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 28 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 24 grads/yr Psychology, General 21 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 15 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 13 grads/yr Humanities/Humanistic Studies 13 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 10 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 8 grads/yr Computer Science 7 grads/yr Mathematics, General 6 grads/yr Sociology, General 5 grads/yr Fire Prevention and Safety Technology/Technician 5 grads/yr Political Science and Government, General 4 grads/yr Computer Programming/Programmer, General 4 grads/yr Physics, General 4 grads/yr Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 3 grads/yr Art/Art Studies, General 3 grads/yr Speech Communication and Rhetoric 3 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Copper Mountain Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Natural sciences managers
$161k/yr 104,300 jobs
Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education
$65k/yr 1,094,500 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses
$62k/yr 651,400 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Psychologists, all other
$118k/yr 55,300 jobs

Student Demographics

1,524
Total Students
65%
Women
36%
Traditional Age (18-24)
60%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 36%
Hispanic 41%
Black 8%
Asian 6%
Two or More 7%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 60%
With Family 40%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~914 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 31%
Hybrid (Some Online) 29%
Fully Online 40%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 36%
25-64 (Adult) 43%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Copper Mountain 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 Copper Mountain Community College?
Tuition at Copper Mountain Community College is $1,104 for in-state students and $11,040 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $11,154.
What is the graduation rate at Copper Mountain Community College?
The graduation rate at Copper Mountain Community College is 38%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Copper Mountain Community College a good school?
Copper Mountain Community College has a Repit College Score of 48/100 (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 Copper Mountain Community College?
Copper Mountain Community College has a total enrollment of 1,524 students.
Is there rental demand near Copper Mountain Community College?
Yes! Approximately 60% of students at Copper Mountain Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 914 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Joshua Tree area.

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