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Public 2 Year

Butte College

Oroville, California

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Overview

Enrollment

9,362
Butte College overview
Location Oroville, California
Online butte.edu
School Type Public 2 Year
Setting Distant Rural
Butte College overview
Size Mid-size
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing No
Level of Study Undergrad
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Butte College occupies a 928-acre campus in the Sierra Nevada foothills, located between Chico and Oroville in northern California. The campus, established in 1967, features expansive natural areas and wildlife preserves alongside modern academic facilities, making it one of the largest community college campuses in California. As a two-year public institution, Butte College offers associate degrees and certificates across multiple disciplines, with notable programs in public safety, nursing, and agriculture. The college operates as a leader in sustainability, becoming the first college in the nation to generate more electricity from solar power than it consumes, while also maintaining several LEED-certified buildings. Athletic programs compete in the California Community College Athletic Association, with particularly strong football and women's soccer programs.

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Admission Requirements

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Annual Cost to Attend

California Resident Tuition

$1,104
In State Costs for Butte College
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,970
Other Fees$232
Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living $15,084
Budget for Other Expenses$3,142
Total One Year Cost$21,532

Out of State Resident Tuition

$7,584
Out of State Costs for Butte College
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,970
Other Fees$232
Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living $15,084
Budget for Other Expenses$3,142
Total One Year Cost$28,012

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$36,400 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

Data Not Available

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Butte College students
Subject Percent of Class
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting 30%
Social Sciences 18%
Health Professions 15%
Work and Family Studies 7%
Liberal Arts and Humanities 5%

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Last updated February 24, 2024