Colleges in California

California is 163,696 square miles and contains the largest higher education system in the nation. Colleges in California include notable institutions such as Stanford University, CalTech, and UCLA. The Golden State is known for birthing the American film industry as well as the Internet, and its economy centers around professional and business services, educational and health services, financial activities, and leisure and hospitality. California has a largely mediterranean climate, but can range from polar to subtropical depending on region. The Golden Gate Bridge, Palm Springs, Yosemite National Park, and Universal Studios Hollywood are primary tourist spots. Lesser known hot spots in Cali include Victorville’s California Route 66 Museum, the Redwoods in Arcata, and the Piedras Blancas Elephant Seal Preserve.

Redding, CA

Shasta College is a public, 2-year institution established in Redding, California, with satellite campuses in Red Bluff, Weaverville, and Burney. SC offers over 100 associate’s degree and certificate programs, as well as a Health Information...

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Shasta College is a great school for students who need to go to a community college before they can get into a university. The teachers and councilors are great at helping the students in order to achieve the best grades possible. If you are thinking...

” – Kenny from Red Bluff, CA

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4 Year

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$3,669

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7,075

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Irvine Valley College

Irvine, CA

Irvine Valley College is a public, 2-year institution established in the state of California. IVC offers Guided Pathway academic programs, which students can utilize to explore and achieve their goals. Students enrolled at IVC also have access to a...

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Starting my freshman year at IVC was nerve wreck never the less enjoyed my experience the school provided learned more in a few weeks and a pace that was comfortable but at the same time enlightened.

” – Alejandro from Norcross, GA

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type of institution

2 Year

level of institution

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$1,819

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11,045

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Riverside City College

Riverside, CA

Founded in 1916, Riverside City College is a 2-year community college in southern California’s Inland Empire. RCC offers associate degrees and certificates in over 70 academic programs. For students who wish to learn in a different culture, RCC...

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RCCD is a very good community college. this school is a good way to save money while earning your associates degree or before transferring to university. i am in my second semester of college and so far i feel like i have learned so much. this school...

” – Farryn from Moreno Valley, CA

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type of institution

2 Year

level of institution

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$4,620

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17,960

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East Los Angeles College

Monterey Park, CA

East Los Angeles College is a public, 2-year institution established in Monterey Park, California. The main campus, along with the satellite location in South Gate, serves 14 communities throughout its regional area. ELAC utilizes the Guided Pathways...

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East Los Angeles College has been a great school for me. I was going to Cerritos after high school but it was so packed, so I did not want to wait another semester, so I decided to register at Elac. Although there are no waiting lists at ELAC the...

” – Sheyla

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type of institution

2 Year

level of institution

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$9,570

average net price

29,506

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Reedley College

Reedley, CA

Reedley College is a public, 2-year institution established in Fresno County, California, with satellite facilities located in Madera and Oakhurst. The college offers over 70 fields of study within four academic divisions, awarding associate’s...

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reedley college is a good school to be community college. the instructors teacher very well. the instructors expect a lot from each student.

” – Hugo from Dinuba, CA

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type of institution

2 Year

level of institution

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campus setting

$2,648

average net price

6,329

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Berkeley City College

Berkeley, CA

Berkeley City College is a public, 2-year institution in the Peralta Community College District. BCC offers over 60 degree and certificate programs, with day, evening, online, and weekend classes structured to guarantee that each program can be...

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i really like berkeley city college. although it can be crowded, its very organized and visually pleasing.

” – Ala'ah from Richmond, CA

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2 Year

level of institution

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campus setting

$9,291

average net price

5,534

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Ventura College

Ventura, CA

Ventura College is a 2-year community college. Each VC course is centered around Student Learning Outcomes: specific statements and goals set by the faculty that students are expected to demonstrate by the end of the class. VC is best known for the...

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I have been pleasantly surprized at how much I have learned. The teachers for the most part are very good and easy to deal with.

” – Daniel from Ventura, CA

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type of institution

2 Year

level of institution

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campus setting

$1,514

average net price

10,741

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California State University-Sacramento

Sacramento, CA

California State University-Sacramento is a 4-year public institution and a member of the Cal State system in California’s state capital. A Native American Pacific Islander, Asian American, and Hispanic-Serving institution, Sac State is home to seven...

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You can say I've learned quite a lot since I've been here.

” – Judy from Sacramento, CA

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type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Major city

campus setting

$9,979

average net price

32,498

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Hope International University

Fullerton, CA

Founded in 1928, Hope International University is a Christian university in Orange County affiliated with non-denominational churches of Christ. HIU is home to the Pacific Christian College of Ministry & Biblical Studies as well as four other...

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I had the ability to sit in on quite a few classes and from Music Theory to John and the Apostles and I had already learned a lot. The teacher to student ratio is small, so you can from close relationships with teachers.

” – Tabitha from Downey, CA

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1001

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Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$20,470

average net price

1,138

number of students

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Allan Hancock College

Santa Maria, CA

Allan Hancock College is a public institution operating four locations throughout Santa Barbara County, California, with the main campus in Santa Maria and a satellite at the Vandenberg Air Force Base. AHC offers several resources for degree...

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Public

type of institution

2 Year

level of institution

Small city

campus setting

$3,810

average net price

9,836

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Cuesta College

San Luis Obispo, CA

Cuesta College is a public 2-year community college based in San Luis Obispo County and serves the Central Coast of California. Cuesta offers associate degrees as well as technical and professional certifications. Noted programs include health...

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Cuesta College is one of the top community colleges in California, located just outside of Beautiful San Luis Obispo, CA. If you are interested in Nursing, Music and the Arts, History, or Engineering, Cuesta college is a great great place to start...

” – Jacob from Atascadero, CA

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Public

type of institution

2 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$7,790

average net price

9,661

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Carrington College-Sacramento

Sacramento, CA

Carrington College is a for-profit college of healthcare studies with 19 locations in eight western states. Carrington is home to departments of Nursing, Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Science, and Criminal Justice offering degrees and certificates...

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89%

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Private

type of institution

2 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$22,257

average net price

1,641

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