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Contra Costa College

San Pablo, CA·Public·https://www.contracosta.edu/

Campus Identity

Contra Costa College is a public community college in San Pablo, CA. The nearest beach is about 18 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 73/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Contra Costa College is a public community college in San Pablo, CA. The nearest beach is about 18 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 73/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$1,288
In-State Tuition
+$24 fees
$8,988
Out-of-State Tuition
+$24 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

5,000–9,999

Suburban setting

Beach Access

18 miles

Stinson Beach, CA

Ski Access

130 miles

Bear Valley Mountain

Weather

Warm Climate

57°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

130 mi away
1,680 skiable acres10 lifts
130 mi away
862 skiable acres10 lifts
133 mi away
2,300 skiable acres13 lifts

Nearest Beach

Stinson Beach, CA

Ocean access within 17.5 miles

18 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · San Pablo, CA

51°Jan54°Feb56°Mar58°Apr61°May63°Jun63°Jul64°Aug65°Sep63°Oct57°Nov51°Dec

Station: RICHMOND · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

73/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety864484
86/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
44/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
84/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$1,288$8,988
Fees
$24$24
Total
$1,312$9,012
In-StateOut-of-State

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

82 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesCertificate
360 grads/yr$73,885
Biological and Physical SciencesCertificate
270 grads/yr
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
237 grads/yr$51,699
Biological and Physical SciencesAssociate's
237 grads/yr
Business Administration, Management and OperationsAssociate's
92 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's34 grads$160,743
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Certificate360 grads$73,885
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's237 grads$51,699
Biological and Physical Sciences
Certificate270 grads
Biological and Physical Sciences
Associate's237 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's92 grads
Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other
Certificate89 grads
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
Certificate63 grads
Psychology, General
Associate's46 grads
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Certificate27 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Contra Costa College located?

Contra Costa College is located in San Pablo, CA. The main campus address is 2600 Mission Bell Dr, San Pablo, CA. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Contra Costa College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Contra Costa College charges $1,288/year for in-state students and $8,988/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $9,012/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Contra Costa College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Contra Costa College the right fit for me?

Whether Contra Costa College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($8,988/year out-of-state), campus culture in San Pablo, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Contra Costa College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Contra Costa College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
San Pablo, CA
Size
5,000–9,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 57°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
73/100
Nearest Airport
Concord, CA (CCR) · 15 mialso OAK (18 mi), SFO (24 mi)

Location

San Pablo, CA

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.