- The mission of Pasadena City College is successful student learning. The College provides high-quality, academically rigorous instruction in a comprehensive transfer and vocational curriculum, as well as learning activities designed to improve the economic condition and quality of life of the diverse communities within the College service area.
School Highlights
Pasadena City College serves 21,192 students (34% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the state community college average of 20:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 95%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 21,192 students
- In-state tuition: $1,152
- Out-state tuition: $6,168
- Student:teacher ratio: 19:1
- Minority enrollment: 96%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Pasadena City College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 1,090 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Pasadena City College
(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
1,090 staff
294 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Pasadena City College has declined by 21% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 has decreased from 25:1 over five years.
The Pasadena City College diversity score of 0.68 is less than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
21,192 students
5,744 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
20:1
# Full-Time Students
7,165 students
813 students
# Part-Time Students
14,027 students
4,931 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
192 students
302 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
7,165 students
813 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
63 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
14,027 students
4,962 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
140 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
24%
13%
% Asian
4%
6%
% Hispanic
n/a
1%
% Black
48%
46%
% White
4%
5%
% Hawaiian
17%
24%
% Two or more races
2%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
2%
1%
Diversity Score
0.68
0.71
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.4426%
0.4179%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.4884%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$37,500
$34,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $1,152 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 $6,168 is less than the state average of $6,547. The out-state tuition has declined by 18% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,152
$1,236
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,168
$6,547
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
79%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$6,151
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$6,239
Acceptance Rate
n/a
92%
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Pasadena City College is one of America's top community colleges, with a strong reputation for academics and leading-edge technology. Pasadena City College is located in the Los Angeles suburb of Pasadena, California, USA. It often called by its acronym, PCC. Its current president is Dr. James Kossler. Pasadena City College can trace its roots back to 1911 when eighteen acres were acquired for the construction of a new campus for Pasadena High School. An additional nineteen acres were purchased in 1923 expanding the campus to 37.39 aces. The property was bounded on the north by Colorado Boulevard, the east by Sierra Bonita Avenue, the south by Blanch Street (later Del Mar) and the west by Hill Avenue. Pasadena City College sponsors intercollegiate teams through the Physical Education Division. We offer 16 intercollegiate sports teams in 11 different sports.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Pasadena City College cost?
Pasadena City College's tuition is approximately $1,152 for In-State students and $6,168 for Out-State students.
What is Pasadena City College's ranking?
Pasadena City College ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Largest student body and Least debt for graduating students.
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