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Orange Coast College
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Annual Tuition
$1,208
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
Open
Open Admission
Graduation Rate
45.2%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$47,348
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Orange Coast College is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Costa Mesa, CA. With a competitive tuition profile of $1,208, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 45.2% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 2-Year Cost
$2,416
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
0.1 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$17,348
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$171,064
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$344,544
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Graduation Rate: 45%
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 Orange Coast College is $9,500.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
39
Burglary
6
Theft
9
Assault
15
Robbery
2
Rape
6
Arson
1
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$1,208
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
73.0%
Success
45.2%
In-State Cost
$1,208
Age 25+ Students
25.5%
Carnegie Class
Carnegie 1
Working at 6yr
3,419 students
Security Benchmark
Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)
Violent Offenses
PER 100KProperty Crimes
PER 100KStats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.