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Solano Community College

Public Fairfield, CA · Suburban · Far West · 80% data reported · Agent Insights
35%
Graduation Rate
$44,170
Earnings (10yr)
$4,669
Net Price
8,061
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Overview

More than 8,000 students are enrolled at Solano Community College, making it a vibrant and active learning environment. The college offers a low net price of $4,669, making it an accessible option for many students seeking higher education without overwhelming debt.

The 10-year earnings for graduates sit at $44,170, suggesting that students can achieve solid financial outcomes after completing their programs. While the graduation rate is at 35%, the college serves a diverse student body, including a notable 23% of students receiving Pell Grants, indicating a commitment to supporting low-income learners.

Students who thrive here typically seek a supportive community focused on practical education in fields such as Humanities, Biology, Business, Psychology, and Social Sciences. With a manageable median debt of $12,000, graduates leave with a reasonable financial burden, positioning themselves for success in a variety of career paths.

Rankings

How Solano Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation35%Earnings 10yr$44KNet Price$5KMedian Debt$12KPell Grant Rate23%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$4K$0-30K$3K$30-48K$6K$48-75K$6K$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%793.0%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%1365.5%MOBILITY108.29%

Cost & Financial Aid

$1,172
In-State Tuition
$9,812
Out-of-State
$4,669
Avg Net Price
$12,000
Median Debt
23%
Pell Grant Rate
2%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$3,624
Family Income $0–$30K
$3,465
Family Income $30K–$48K
$5,904
Family Income $48K–$75K
$6,228
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$35,071
6 Years After Entry
$38,959
8 Years
$44,170
10 Years
0.27x
Debt-to-Earnings
50%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$35,071 6yr $38,959 8yr $44,170 10yr

Social Mobility

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

108.29%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
1365.5%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
793.0%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$84,300
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.27
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.02
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
4.0%
Volunteering Rate
0.94
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Full-Time Faculty 41%
Faculty Salary (mo) $11,474
Diversity Index 0.76
First-Gen Students 48%

Top Programs

Humanities 17%
Biology & Biomedical 11%
Business & Marketing 9%
Psychology 6%
Social Sciences 4%
Criminal Justice 4%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 3%
Health Professions 2%

Quick Facts

Setting Suburban
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
64%
White
21%
Hispanic
38%
Black
14%
Asian
15%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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