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College of the Redwoods

Public Eureka, CA · Rural · Far West · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
30%
Graduation Rate
$36,243
Earnings (10yr)
$6,904
Net Price
3,829
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Overview

Thirty percent of students at the College of the Redwoods graduate within three years. This figure highlights the challenges many students face in completing their programs. However, the school serves a diverse population with a focus on community and support.

According to recent data, graduates earn an average of $36,243 ten years after starting their education. While specific mobility rates are not available, the school is a key player in the local economy, helping many students from low-income backgrounds, with approximately 38% receiving Pell Grants. This suggests that the college plays a role in enhancing economic opportunity for its students.

The net price for attending the College of the Redwoods is $6,904, and the median debt for graduates is $8,080. This combination of affordability and manageable debt can be appealing for students seeking practical pathways to employment. Those who thrive here often come from diverse backgrounds and are focused on programs in humanities, health professions, business, and technology.

Rankings

How College Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation30%Earnings 10yr$36KNet Price$7KRetention56%Median Debt$8KPell Grant Rate38%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$6K$0-30K$6K$30-48K$9K$48-75K$13K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%1876.7%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%751.7%MOBILITY141.07%

Cost & Financial Aid

$1,198
In-State Tuition
$8,854
Out-of-State
$6,904
Avg Net Price
$8,080
Median Debt
38%
Pell Grant Rate
6%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$5,940
Family Income $0–$30K
$6,486
Family Income $30K–$48K
$8,836
Family Income $48K–$75K
$13,192
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$31,896
6 Years After Entry
$32,987
8 Years
$36,243
10 Years
0.22x
Debt-to-Earnings
40%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$31,896 6yr $32,987 8yr $36,243 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

141.07%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
751.7%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
1876.7%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$59,900
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

0.61
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.08
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
8.5%
Volunteering Rate
0.98
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 56%
Full-Time Faculty 39%
Faculty Salary (mo) $11,402
Diversity Index 0.68
First-Gen Students 47%

Top Programs

Humanities 35%
Health Professions 10%
Business & Marketing 7%
Computer Science & IT 5%
Precision Production 5%
Criminal Justice 3%
Psychology 2%
Construction Trades 2%

Quick Facts

Setting Rural
Region Far West
Accreditor Western Association of Schools and Colleges Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges
Predominant Degree Associate's
Hispanic-Serving Yes

Student Body

Female
54%
White
50%
Hispanic
24%
Black
3%
Asian
3%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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