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City College of San Francisco

Public San Francisco, CA · Urban · Far West · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
40%
Graduation Rate
$45,805
Earnings (10yr)
$6,906
Net Price
17,348
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Overview

City College of San Francisco has a net price of $6,906, making it one of the more affordable options in the Bay Area. This low cost is accessible for a sizable student body of 17,348, offering a range of programs from humanities to health professions.

Chetty/Opportunity Insights data is not available for mobility rates at City College of San Francisco. However, the graduation rate stands at 40%, which may indicate challenges in student retention and completion. Graduates earn an average of $45,805 after ten years, suggesting a moderate return on investment for those who do complete their degrees.

Students here thrive in diverse programs, especially in health professions and computer science. With a median debt of $8,218, graduates leave with manageable financial burdens. The college serves a mix of traditional and non-traditional students, providing a supportive environment for those looking to advance their education and career prospects.

Rankings

How City Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation40%Earnings 10yr$46KNet Price$7KRetention70%Median Debt$8KPell Grant Rate17%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$6K$0-30K$6K$30-48K$8K$48-75K$14K$110K+

Cost & Financial Aid

$1,696
In-State Tuition
$14,656
Out-of-State
$6,906
Avg Net Price
$8,218
Median Debt
17%
Pell Grant Rate
1%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$6,121
Family Income $0–$30K
$5,756
Family Income $30K–$48K
$8,139
Family Income $48K–$75K
$13,974
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$34,896
6 Years After Entry
$41,474
8 Years
$45,805
10 Years
0.18x
Debt-to-Earnings
50%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$34,896 6yr $41,474 8yr $45,805 10yr

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.47
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.03
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
5.3%
Volunteering Rate
0.92
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 70%
Full-Time Faculty 42%
Faculty Salary (mo) $12,595
Diversity Index 0.78
First-Gen Students 55%

Top Programs

Humanities 16%
Health Professions 11%
Computer Science & IT 8%
Business & Marketing 5%
Biology & Biomedical 5%
Visual & Performing Arts 4%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 3%
Social Sciences 2%

Quick Facts

Setting Urban
Region Far West
Accreditor Western Association of Schools and Colleges Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges
Predominant Degree Certificate
Hispanic-Serving Yes

Student Body

Female
53%
White
24%
Hispanic
27%
Black
7%
Asian
30%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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