C
Average
Score: 50/100

Cuyamaca College

2-Year Public
📍 El Cajon, California 92019
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: 34%
Outcomes
C
51/100
Affordability
A
84/100
Resources
C
50/100
Experience
F
34/100
Prestige
F
28/100

Quick Stats

8,437
Total Enrollment
34%
Graduation Rate
72%
Retention Rate
25.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$7,289
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Cuyamaca College

40% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 3,400 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$869,650
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,704
1-Year Change
+2.5%
For parents & investors

The Cuyamaca College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $869,650
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,704/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 91914 (2.9% cap, Chula Vista)

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🏆 Where Cuyamaca College Ranks

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

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Arabic Language and Literature
of 4 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $1,288 $10,584

Financial Aid

92%
Receive Any Aid
66%
Receive Pell Grants
2%
Take Out Loans
$7,289
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$5,626
$30,001 - $48,000$5,809
$48,001 - $75,000$8,852
$75,001 - $110,000$11,016
$110,001+$13,850

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 235 grads/yr Biological and Physical Sciences 124 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 104 grads/yr Mathematics, General 51 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 41 grads/yr Arabic Language and Literature 40 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 38 grads/yr Human Services, General 38 grads/yr Computer Science 28 grads/yr Psychology, General 26 grads/yr Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 25 grads/yr Economics, General 23 grads/yr Humanities/Humanistic Studies 18 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 17 grads/yr Legal Assistant/Paralegal 15 grads/yr Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General 15 grads/yr Pre-Engineering 14 grads/yr Hazardous Materials Management and Waste Technology/Technician 13 grads/yr Water Quality and Wastewater Treatment Management and Recycling Technology/Technician 12 grads/yr Physics, General 11 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Cuyamaca 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
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

8,437
Total Students
55%
Women
50%
Traditional Age (18-24)
40%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 48%
Hispanic 33%
Black 4%
Asian 5%
Two or More 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 40%
With Family 60%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~3,400 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 24%
Hybrid (Some Online) 26%
Fully Online 51%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 50%
25-64 (Adult) 36%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Cuyamaca 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 Cuyamaca College?
Tuition at Cuyamaca College is $1,288 for in-state students and $10,584 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $7,289.
What is the graduation rate at Cuyamaca College?
The graduation rate at Cuyamaca College is 34%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Cuyamaca College a good school?
Cuyamaca College has a Repit College Score of 50/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (A): 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 Cuyamaca College?
Cuyamaca College has a total enrollment of 8,437 students.
Is there rental demand near Cuyamaca College?
Yes! Approximately 40% of students at Cuyamaca College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 3,400 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the El Cajon area.

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