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College of Marin
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Annual Tuition
$1,558
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
Open
Open Admission
Graduation Rate
34.4%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$42,654
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
College of Marin is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Kentfield, CA. With a competitive tuition profile of $1,558, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 34.4% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 2-Year Cost
$3,116
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
0.2 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$12,654
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$123,424
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$249,964
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Graduation Rate: 34%
Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at College of Marin is $10,062.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
5
Burglary
3
Theft
1
Assault
1
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$1,558
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
68.4%
Success
34.4%
In-State Cost
$1,558
Age 25+ Students
41.0%
Carnegie Class
Carnegie 6
Working at 6yr
666 students
Local City Insights
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