C+
Above Average
Score: 54/100
Quick Stats
17,420
Total Enrollment
38%
Graduation Rate
69%
Retention Rate
25.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$6,970
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors
The Sierra College Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $657,974
- Avg rent near campus: $2,368/mo
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 95678 (3.5% cap, Roseville)
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🏆 Where Sierra College Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $1,104 | $9,936 |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $17,752 | $26,584 |
Financial Aid
79%
Receive Any Aid
30%
Receive Pell Grants
1%
Take Out Loans
$6,970
Avg Net Price
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $3,048 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $3,658 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $6,629 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $8,601 |
| $110,001+ | $9,007 |
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
616 grads/yr
Social Sciences, General
534 grads/yr
Biological and Physical Sciences
456 grads/yr
Business Administration and Management, General
321 grads/yr
Psychology, General
304 grads/yr
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
126 grads/yr
Economics, General
102 grads/yr
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
78 grads/yr
Child Care Provider/Assistant
73 grads/yr
Fire Prevention and Safety Technology/Technician
72 grads/yr
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
64 grads/yr
Graphic Design
62 grads/yr
Speech Communication and Rhetoric
62 grads/yr
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
55 grads/yr
Business/Commerce, General
52 grads/yr
Mathematics, General
46 grads/yr
English Language and Literature, General
46 grads/yr
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
39 grads/yr
Sociology, General
38 grads/yr
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
32 grads/yr
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Sierra College's top programs commonly pursue.
Managers, all other
$137k/yr
1,333,700 jobs
Social scientists and related workers, all other
$100k/yr
40,800 jobs
Social sciences teachers, postsecondary, all other
$75k/yr
20,700 jobs
Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education
$65k/yr
1,094,500 jobs
Social science research assistants
$58k/yr
40,600 jobs
Natural sciences managers
$161k/yr
104,300 jobs
Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr
183,400 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr
309,400 jobs
Student Demographics
17,420
Total Students
54%
Women
56%
Traditional Age (18-24)
22%
Off-Campus Renters
👥 Race & Ethnicity
White
55%
Hispanic
23%
Black
3%
Asian
9%
Two or More
8%
🏠 Living Arrangements
On Campus
6%
Off-Campus (Renters)
22%
With Family
72%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~3,745 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person
28%
Hybrid (Some Online)
33%
Fully Online
39%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)
56%
25-64 (Adult)
23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Sierra 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 Sierra College?
Tuition at Sierra College is
$1,104 for in-state students
and $9,936 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $6,970.
What is the graduation rate at Sierra College?
The graduation rate at Sierra College is 38%.
This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Sierra College a good school?
Sierra College has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (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 (C+): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Sierra College?
Sierra College has a total enrollment of 17,420 students.
Is there rental demand near Sierra College?
Yes! Approximately 22% of students at Sierra College live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 3,745 students who need rental housing near campus.
This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Rocklin area.
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology