C
Average
Score: 48/100

Monterey Peninsula College

2-Year Public
📍 Monterey, California 93940
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: 30%
Outcomes
C
48/100
Affordability
B
70/100
Resources
C
53/100
Experience
D
41/100
Prestige
F
28/100

Quick Stats

7,351
Total Enrollment
30%
Graduation Rate
71%
Retention Rate
23.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$14,880
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Monterey Peninsula College

43% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 3,132 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$1,144,695
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,748
1-Year Change
+1.2%
For parents & investors

The Monterey Peninsula College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $1,144,695
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,748/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 93955 (3.0% cap, Seaside)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $1,104 $9,840

Financial Aid

82%
Receive Any Aid
43%
Receive Pell Grants
2%
Take Out Loans
$14,880
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$12,241
$30,001 - $48,000$13,519
$48,001 - $75,000$15,221
$75,001 - $110,000$18,750
$110,001+$19,029

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 292 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 88 grads/yr Psychology, General 59 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 45 grads/yr Biological and Physical Sciences 37 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 36 grads/yr Humanities/Humanistic Studies 34 grads/yr Speech Communication and Rhetoric 19 grads/yr Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 19 grads/yr Mathematics, General 18 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 18 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 17 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 16 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 15 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 15 grads/yr Fire Science/Fire-fighting 14 grads/yr English Language and Literature, General 14 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 13 grads/yr Sociology, General 12 grads/yr Economics, General 12 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Monterey Peninsula College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 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
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs

Student Demographics

7,351
Total Students
55%
Women
44%
Traditional Age (18-24)
43%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 28%
Hispanic 50%
Black 2%
Asian 7%
Two or More 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 43%
With Family 57%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~3,132 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 44%
Hybrid (Some Online) 32%
Fully Online 24%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 44%
25-64 (Adult) 36%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Monterey Peninsula 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 Monterey Peninsula College?
Tuition at Monterey Peninsula College is $1,104 for in-state students and $9,840 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $14,880.
What is the graduation rate at Monterey Peninsula College?
The graduation rate at Monterey Peninsula College is 30%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Monterey Peninsula College a good school?
Monterey Peninsula 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 (D): 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 Monterey Peninsula College?
Monterey Peninsula College has a total enrollment of 7,351 students.
Is there rental demand near Monterey Peninsula College?
Yes! Approximately 43% of students at Monterey Peninsula College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 3,132 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Monterey area.

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