- The mission of Platt College San Diego is to identify the natural talents of its students and build those talents into strengths that will serve as personal assets in a career oriented society. Our mission includes the promotion of self-belief, respect for others and a commitment to the ethic of focused work.
School Highlights
Platt College-San Diego serves 64 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the state community college average of 20:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the state average of 95%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 64 students
- Private-state tuition: $23,250
- Student:teacher ratio: 2:1
- Minority enrollment: 95%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Platt College-San Diego ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Platt College-San Diego
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates--Public Special Use
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
27 staff
294 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Platt College-San Diego has declined by 44% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 2:1 has decreased from 4:1 over five years.
The Platt College-San Diego diversity score of 0.78 is more than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
64 students
5,744 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
2:1
20:1
# Full-Time Students
64 students
813 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
4,931 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
191 students
302 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
64 students
813 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
63 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
4,962 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
140 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
11%
13%
% Asian
12%
6%
% Hispanic
2%
1%
% Black
26%
46%
% White
5%
5%
% Hawaiian
35%
24%
% Two or more races
7%
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
n/a
% Unknown races
2%
1%
Diversity Score
0.78
0.71
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
0.4179%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.8182%
0.4884%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$36,100
$34,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $23,250 is more than the state average of $20,392. The private state tuition has grown by 34% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$23,250
$20,392
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
53%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$14,875
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
92%
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- A leader amongst the graphic art schools in San Diego, Platt College takes a unique approach with its students. Its education programs are designed to empower its students and generate an atmosphere of learning and development. Students can choose from various specialties: From video production, 3D animation, graphic design, development multimedia training, game animation, video game design to website design classes. Graduates enter the work place with a strong foundation and are able to meet future challenges and adapt to the evolving job market. Platt College San Diego consists of approximately 16,700 square feet of classrooms, computer labs, library, and administrative area. The facilities for core curriculum courses accommodate a maximum of 28 students. The general education lecture classrooms accommodate a maximum of 30 students. Class sizes vary, but the average per session is 28 students at the associate terms and 20 students at the specialized terms. In all cases, class sizes are carefully controlled to provide individualized assistance to the student body. Platt College San Diego consistently update equipment and software to remain current with high-end industries within the professional realm. Platt College San Diego seeks to teach its students both traditional and contemporary skills within a supportive environment that stimulates the incubation of new ideas and stretches the minds and talents of its students. Because the fields in which we instruct are in a constant state of development, our emphasis is on providing a foundation in problem solving skills to meet future challenges and the needs of a changing and constantly evolving job market. The Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology (ACCSCT), listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency, accredit Platt College San Diego. The primary purpose of ACCSCT and other accrediting agencies is to establish and maintain high educational standards and ethical business practices among its accredited institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Platt College-San Diego cost?
Platt College-San Diego's private state tuition is approximately $23,250.
What is Platt College-San Diego's ranking?
Platt College-San Diego ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Diversity in US community colleges.
In what neighborhood is Platt College-San Diego located?
Platt College-San Diego is located in the Mid City neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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