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Pasadena City College

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Campus Identity

Ski Town

Pasadena City College is a public community college in Pasadena, CA. The nearest beach is about 23 miles from campus. Ski resorts are within 29 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 82/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Pasadena City College is a public community college in Pasadena, CA. The nearest beach is about 23 miles from campus. Ski resorts are within 29 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 82/100 (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)
$1,104
In-State Tuition
+$68 fees
$7,368
Out-of-State Tuition
+$68 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

20,000+

Urban setting

Beach Access

23 miles

Venice Beach, CA

Weather

Hot Climate

63°F avg school-year

Ski Town

18 mi away
29 mi away
290 skiable acres14 lifts
30 mi away
800 skiable acres4 lifts

Nearest Beach

Venice Beach, CA

Ocean access within 23.0 miles

23 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Pasadena, CA

57°Jan58°Feb61°Mar63°Apr66°May71°Jun76°Jul77°Aug76°Sep70°Oct62°Nov56°Dec

Station: PASADENA · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

82/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety916388
91/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
63/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
88/100
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
$1,104$7,368
Fees
$68$68
Total
$1,172$7,436
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

136 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
1,359 grads/yr$41,598
Biological and Physical SciencesAssociate's
835 grads/yr
Business Administration, Management and OperationsAssociate's
754 grads/yr$50,752
Psychology, GeneralAssociate's
204 grads/yr$42,700
Engineering Technologies/Technicians, GeneralAssociate's
198 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's68 grads$107,357
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's754 grads$50,752
Social Sciences, General
Associate's$48,709
Natural Sciences
Associate's$47,721
Communication and Media Studies
Associate's65 grads$45,235
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Associate's61 grads$44,033
Psychology, General
Associate's204 grads$42,700
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
Associate's39 grads$41,808
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's1,359 grads$41,598
Sociology
Associate's53 grads$39,348

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 Pasadena City College located?

Pasadena City College is located in Pasadena, CA. The main campus address is 1570 E Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Pasadena City College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Pasadena City College charges $1,104/year for in-state students and $7,368/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $7,436/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Pasadena City College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Pasadena City College the right fit for me?

Whether Pasadena City College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($7,368/year out-of-state), campus culture in Pasadena, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Pasadena City College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Pasadena, CA
Size
20,000+
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Hot · 63°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
82/100
Nearest Airport
Burbank, CA (BUR) · 14 mialso HHR (20 mi), SMO (21 mi)

Location

Pasadena, 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.