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Cypress College

Public Cypress, CA · Urban · Far West · 80% data reported · Agent Insights
36%
Graduation Rate
$43,533
Earnings (10yr)
$4,606
Net Price
13,354
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Overview

Cypress College serves over 13,000 students and maintains a net price of just $4,606, making it an affordable option for many. The college focuses on key programs in Humanities, Health Professions, Mechanic & Repair Technology, Business & Marketing, and Computer Science & IT, offering pathways into high-demand fields.

The Chetty/Opportunity Insights data on mobility is not available for Cypress College, but the college's graduation rate stands at 36%. While this indicates room for improvement, many students can still find success through strong support networks and dedicated faculty. The earnings potential for graduates is $43,533 after ten years, suggesting a solid return on investment given the low cost of attendance.

Students who thrive at Cypress College are often those seeking practical skills and career advancement. With a median debt of $10,000 and a Pell Grant rate of 31%, many students benefit from financial aid. The college's focus on vocational and technical training aligns well with local job market needs, helping graduates enter the workforce equipped for success.

Rankings

How Cypress Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation36%Earnings 10yr$44KNet Price$5KMedian Debt$10KPell Grant Rate31%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$3K$0-30K$4K$30-48K$6K$48-75K$10K$110K+

Cost & Financial Aid

$1,150
In-State Tuition
$12,379
Out-of-State
$4,606
Avg Net Price
$10,000
Median Debt
31%
Pell Grant Rate
1%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$3,419
Family Income $0–$30K
$3,663
Family Income $30K–$48K
$6,222
Family Income $48K–$75K
$10,001
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$35,285
6 Years After Entry
$40,514
8 Years
$43,533
10 Years
0.23x
Debt-to-Earnings
52%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$35,285 6yr $40,514 8yr $43,533 10yr

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.21
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.09
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
3.1%
Volunteering Rate
0.90
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Full-Time Faculty 33%
Faculty Salary (mo) $13,082
Diversity Index 0.63
First-Gen Students 54%

Top Programs

Humanities 36%
Health Professions 9%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 8%
Business & Marketing 7%
Computer Science & IT 6%
Social Sciences 4%
Psychology 4%
Culinary & Personal Services 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
60%
White
11%
Hispanic
56%
Black
3%
Asian
21%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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