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Compton College

Compton, CA · Public · Associate's degrees · Suburb

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About Compton College

Compton College is a public community college in Compton, California. From 2006, when it lost its regional accreditation, to 2017, when it regained that accreditation, it operated as a part of El Camino College. Before and after the partnership with El Camino College, the college was operated by the Compton Community College District.

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Open

Acceptance

$12,647

Net price

3,142

Enrollment

27%

Grad rate

Report Card

D

Academics

Graduation & retention rates

B-

Value

Earnings vs. cost of attendance

C-

Career Outcomes

Graduate earnings after 10 years

A

Affordability

Average net price after aid

N/A

Selectivity

How hard it is to get in

B+

Diversity

Racial & ethnic balance of students

Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).

Admissions

Open admissions

Acceptance rate

SAT average

ACT midpoint

This school has an open-admissions policy — most applicants are admitted.

Cost & Financial Aid

$12,647

Average net price

$1,142

In-state tuition

$8,822

Out-of-state tuition

Room & board

$1,062

Books & supplies

$20,447

Total cost of attendance

27%

Students receiving Pell grants

3%

Students with federal loans

Median student debt

Average net price by family income

$0–30K
$12,528
$30–48K
$12,773
$48–75K
$12,319
$75–110K
$16,689

Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.

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After Graduation

$34,181

Median earnings (10 yrs)

$28,922

Median earnings (6 yrs)

27%

Graduation rate

50%

Retention rate

56%

Earn more than a HS grad

$7,233

Instructional spend / student

Student Body

3,142

Total enrollment

67%

Part-time

Avg. age at entry

First-generation

Gender balance

62% women
38% men

Race & ethnicity

Hispanic
52%
Black
37%
Two or more races
4%
Asian
2%
White
2%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0%

Compton College FAQ

Is Compton College a public or private school?

Compton College is a public institution located in Compton, CA.

What is the acceptance rate at Compton College?

Compton College has an open-admissions policy, meaning most applicants who meet basic requirements are admitted.

How much does Compton College cost?

The average annual net price at Compton College is $12,647 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $1,142 in-state and $8,822 out-of-state.

What is the graduation rate at Compton College?

About 27% of students at Compton College complete their degree, according to federal completion data.

How much do Compton College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, Compton College students earn a median of $34,181 per year.

How many students attend Compton College?

Compton College enrolls about 3,142 students.

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