Grossmont College — tuition $1,288 in-state, $10,584 out-of-stateGrossmont College campus, El Cajon, CA. Photo: Somewikistuff at en.wikipedia, CC BY-SA 3.0 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: 32%
Outcomes
C
49/100
Affordability
B+
79/100
Resources
C+
55/100
Experience
D
39/100
Prestige
D
32/100
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
13,591
Total Enrollment
32%
Graduation Rate
70%
Retention Rate
23.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$6,298
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Grossmont College ▼
26%
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 Grossmont College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
$40,309
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$31,861
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$8,625
Median debt at graduation
37.4%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
24.5%
Students receiving Pell grants
Typical debt at graduation equals about 21% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 19th percentile among associate-degree-focused 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.
For parents & investors
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Avg home value near campus: $838,161
Avg rent near campus: $2,178/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 92071 (2.8% cap, Santee)
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🏆 Where Grossmont College Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~3,506 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person32%
Hybrid (Some Online)31%
Fully Online37%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)59%
25-64 (Adult)30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Grossmont 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 Grossmont College?
Tuition at Grossmont 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 $6,298.
What is the graduation rate at Grossmont College?
The graduation rate at Grossmont College is 32%.
This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Grossmont College a good school?
Grossmont College has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (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 Grossmont College?
Grossmont College has a total enrollment of 13,591 students.
Is there rental demand near Grossmont College?
Yes! Approximately 26% of students at Grossmont College live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 3,506 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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