How much does Orange Coast College cost?

The average net price at Orange Coast College is about $4,754. That's what students actually pay per year after grants and scholarships. Published in-state tuition is $1,208.

How big is Orange Coast College?

Orange Coast College enrolls about 16,117 students.

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Orange Coast College

Costa Mesa, California · Public

$5k/yearCost after aid

Sep 8Application deadline

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Campus

Academics

Admissions

Student Life

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About

Orange Coast College is located in Costa Mesa, California. It is a public institution. The university enrolls approximately 16,117 students.

orangecoastcollege.edu

Hispanic-Serving

Cost and aid

True cost

Great value

$5kper year

Compared to $17k national average

Cost breakdown

In-state tuition$1,208

Out-of-state tuition$9,992

Room & board$19,159

Avg aid package$5,299

Students receiving aid54%

Pell grant recipients24%

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Admissions

Application info

Student–faculty ratio26:1

Test optionalNo

Common AppNo

Application fee$0

Application dates

Regular DecisionSep 8

Early ActionSep 9

PriorityOct 27

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Academics

Student–faculty ratio26:1

Full-time faculty35%

Outcomes

Median earnings (10 yrs)$47,348

Job placement rate91%

Earn more than HS grad58%

Loan default (3 yr)13%

Loan repayment (3 yr)49%

Student life

Demographics

Large School

16,117Student size

Compared to 5,382 national average

BalancedGender ratio

Female 50%Male 50%

36% HispanicRacial diversity

Hispanic 36%White 29%Asian 22%Black 2%Other 12%

Campus housingYes

Student reviews

Professors

Current Student

My overall experience with Orange Coast College has been rewarding and enriching. The campus is welcoming and well maintained providing a comfortable space for learning and growth.

Current Student

Amazing experience since I started my Psychology program even it has all been online class up to this date.

Current Student

The professors and counselors are extremely helpful and knowledgeable. It has been an amazing 2 year journey attending this school.

Campus and vibes

Current Student

It is like a typical community college that tries its best to involve the students. There is great efforts to make the community college a university feel but overall it is lacking.

Cost and value

Current Student

There is excellent student support provided through student teachers as well as tutoring in all fields throughout campus along with a surplus of extra material on subjects within the well accommodating library.

About Orange Coast College

Orange Coast College prioritizes campus safety with 24-hour security patrols and emergency phones located throughout the campus. The college also offers a mobile emergency alert system and a safety escort service to ensure student safety at all times. These measures, combined with a commitment to maintaining a secure environment, contribute to a safe learning atmosphere for all students.

Endowment$43,461,617

Avg faculty salary$162,768