Butte College

2 Year
Oroville, CA
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Overview

Total enrollment

10,968

Location Oroville, California
Website butte.edu
Type Public 2 Year
Setting Distant Rural

Size Mid-size
Status Non-profit
Housing No
Level of Study Undergrad

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.

Admissions

Admission Requirements

Open Admission

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Annual Cost to Attend

California Resident Tuition

$1,356

Out of State Resident Tuition

$9,276

Breakdown

Tuition $1,356
Books and Supplies $1,270
Other Fees $252
Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living $17,894
Budget for Other Expenses $4,916
Total One Year Cost $25,688

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Student 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 majors at Butte College are Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting, Social Sciences, and Health Professions. 30% of students major in Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting, 18% in Social Sciences, and 15% in Health Professions.