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College of the Desert

Public, 2-year

43-500 Monterey Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260

(760) 346-8041

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Quick Facts

8,900

Total Enrollment

29%

Graduation Rate

$31,085

Median Earnings (6yr)

$1,326

In-State Tuition

$11,812

Avg Net Price

25:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

About College of the Desert

Institution Details

Type Public, 2-year
Classification Associate Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
Size 10,000 - 19,999

Location

Address 43-500 Monterey Ave
City Palm Desert, CA
ZIP Code 92260
County Riverside County

President/Chief Administrator: Martha Garcia (President)

Programs & Degrees

Degree information not available.

Top Programs by Graduates

Liberal Arts 40%
Health Professions 10%
Business 8%
Psychology 6%
Protective Services 4%
Social Sciences 3%
Computer Science 3%
Visual/Performing Arts 2%
Undergraduate Programs: Yes
Graduate Programs: No

Admissions

Enrollment Statistics

Total Enrollment 8,900

Student Demographics

Male 43%
Female 57%
White 14%
Black 2%
Hispanic 76%
Asian 3%

Tuition & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

In-State Tuition $1,326
Out-of-State Tuition $9,586

Financial Aid

Students Receiving Aid 32%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after grants and scholarships:

$0 - $30,000 $10,791
$30,001 - $48,000 $11,894
$48,001 - $75,000 $13,598
$75,001 - $110,000 $16,462
$110,001+ $18,265

Earnings After Graduation

Median earnings for students who received federal financial aid:

$31,085

6 Years After

$34,631

8 Years After

$39,020

10 Years After

Earnings Range (6 years after enrollment):

25th percentile: $15,531  |  75th percentile: $45,713

Earnings by Family Income Background

$29,878

Low Income

$33,362

Middle Income

$31,893

High Income

Contact Information

Phone: (760) 346-8041

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Admissions: Apply Now

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