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Public, 2-Year
Santa Rosa, CA

Santa Rosa Junior College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in CA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$1,318

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

Open

Open Admission

Graduation Rate

32.2%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$47,224

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Santa Rosa Junior College is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Santa Rosa, CA. With a competitive tuition profile of $1,318, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 32.2% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$2,636

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

0.2 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$17,224

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$169,604

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$341,844

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 32%

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 Santa Rosa Junior College is $9,500.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
54.5%
45.5%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Hispanic
40.7%
White
40.6%
Unknown
5.6%
Two or more
5.3%
Asian
4.4%
Black
2.0%
International
0.6%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.5%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.3%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

16

Burglary

4

Theft

1

Assault

5

Robbery

0

Rape

4

Arson

2

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$1,318

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$4,623
$30k - $48k$5,318
$48k - $75k$7,032
$75k+$8,767

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$9,500
Pell Grant Recipients16.5%
Using Federal Loans0.5%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment52.8%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$4,219
Pell Grant Recipients16.0%

* 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

75.1%

Success

32.2%

In-State Cost

$1,318

Age 25+ Students

36.3%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 2

Working at 6yr

2,496 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Santa Rosa (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Santa Rosa (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Santa Rosa

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$1,611

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$1,809

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$2,377

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Santa Rosa metropolitan area.