College of the Redwoods

  • The Redwoods Community College District has a commitment both to our students and to our community. We are committed to maximizing the success of each student with the expectation that each student will meet her or his educational goal, achieve appropriate learning outcomes in his/her courses and programs, and develop an appreciation for life-long learning. In partnership with other local agencies, we are also committed to enriching the economic vitality of the community whom we serve.

School Highlights

College of the Redwoods serves 3,686 students (26% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the state community college average of 20:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 95%.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 3,686 students
  • In-state tuition: $1,182
  • Out-state tuition: $6,846
  • Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
  • Minority enrollment: 91%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Overview

The teacher population of 319 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
College of the Redwoods
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates--Public Special Use
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
319 staff
294 staff
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Student Body

The student population of College of the Redwoods has declined by 20% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has decreased from 15:1 over five years.
The College of the Redwoods diversity score of 0.63 is less than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,686 students
5,744 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
20:1
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# Full-Time Students
971 students
813 students
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# Part-Time Students
2,715 students
4,931 students
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This chart displays the Full-time students and Part-time students enrollment breakdown of College of the Redwoods.
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
283 students
302 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
971 students
813 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
63 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,715 students
4,962 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
150 students
140 students
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% American Indian/Alaskan
4%
13%
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% Asian
3%
6%
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% Hispanic
n/a
1%
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% Black
24%
46%
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% White
9%
5%
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% Hawaiian
55%
24%
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% Two or more races
5%
4%
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% Unknown races
n/a
1%
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Diversity Score
0.63
0.71
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.2159%
0.4179%
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.4884%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,400
$34,700
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $1,182 is less than the state average of $1,236. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,846 is more than the state average of $6,547. The out-state tuition has declined by 7% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,182
$1,236
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,846
$6,547
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
92%
85%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$8,290
$10,500
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$6,239
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Acceptance Rate
n/a
92%
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • The main campus for the College of the Redwoods is located just south of the city of Eureka. Classes began in the permanent site in September, 1967. At this location, more than 1,000 classes are offered per semester, serving approximately 5,000 full and part-time students. In addition to the main campus, College of the Redwoods has a strong commitment to serve the residents of the district by providing campuses in Crescent City and Fort Bragg and Branch campus locations in the Klamath-Trinity and Southern Humboldt areas. Designated lower-division, baccalaureate-level courses at the College of the Redwoods are approved for transfer to all branches of the University of California (UC) and to all of the California State Universities (CSU). College of the Redwoods is approved for the education of veterans under the provisions of public law. The College is an institutional member of the American Association of Community Colleges and the Community League of California. The Western Association of Schools and Colleges has granted full accreditation to the College of the Redwoods since its inception. It is certified for participation in all federally sponsored educational programs.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does College of the Redwoods cost?
College of the Redwoods's tuition is approximately $1,182 for In-State students and $6,846 for Out-State students.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 3,686 students
  • In-state tuition: $1,182
  • Out-state tuition: $6,846
  • Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
  • Minority enrollment: 91%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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For California public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $1,236 per year for in-state students and $6,547 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $20,392 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in California is 81%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

California community colleges have a diversity score of 0.71, which is lower than the national average of 0.75. The most diverse community college in California is International Academy of Design and Technology-Sacramento. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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