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Cuesta College

Highway 1, San Luis Obispo, CA 93403-8106
$8,652
Out-of-State Tuition
In-state: $1,288

At a Glance

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$1,288
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+$50 fees
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$8,652
Out-of-State Tuition
+$50 fees
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🌊 Campus Lifestyle

⛷️ Nearby Ski Resorts

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Ski China Peak

California

158 mi away
1,400 skiable acres11 lifts
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159 mi away

πŸ–οΈ Beach Town

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Morro Bay, CA

Ocean access within 6.5 miles

7 mi away

🌑️ Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals Β· San Luis Obispo, CA

54Β°Jan55Β°Feb57Β°Mar58Β°Apr61Β°May64Β°Jun66Β°Jul67Β°Aug67Β°Sep65Β°Oct59Β°Nov54Β°Dec

Station: SAN LUIS OBISPO POLY Β· Source: NOAA NCEI

πŸ’° Cost Breakdown

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

Cost ItemIn-StateOut-of-State
Tuition$1,288$8,652
Fees$50$50
Total Estimated Cost$1,338$8,702

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

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πŸ“š Fields of Study

112 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesCertificate
2,084 grads/yr$37,626
Business/Commerce, GeneralCertificate
638 grads/yr
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
326 grads/yr$28,225
Education, GeneralCertificate
284 grads/yr
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related ServicesCertificate
273 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's45 grads$91,653
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
Associate's15 grads$60,419
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's145 grads$47,178
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Certificate2,084 grads$37,626
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's326 grads$28,225
Business/Commerce, General
Certificate638 grads
Education, General
Certificate284 grads
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
Certificate273 grads
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Certificate135 grads
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
Associate's117 grads

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Cuesta College located?

Cuesta College is located in San Luis Obispo, CA. The main campus address is Highway 1, San Luis Obispo, CA. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Cuesta College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Cuesta College charges $1,288/year for in-state students and $8,652/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $8,702/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost β€” use Cuesta College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Cuesta College the right fit for me?

Whether Cuesta College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($8,652/year out-of-state), campus culture in San Luis Obispo, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Cuesta College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
San Luis Obispo, CA
Size
10,000–19,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
🌀️ Warm · 59°F avg

Location

San Luis Obispo, CA

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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. Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.