College of the Redwoods

Overview

College of the Redwoods, located in Eureka, California, is a public two-year community college established in 1964. Situated amidst the Northern California coastal region close to the Redwood National and State Parks, the campus is approximately 275 miles north of San Francisco. Known for its scenic setting that incorporates local redwood forest views, College of the Redwoods serves as an educational institution offering a diverse array of associate degree and certificate programs. Among these, its Fine Woodworking Program has gained particular acclaim. The college features an open admissions policy, catering to a range of academic pursuits and educational backgrounds. College of the Redwoods provides on-campus housing options for students seeking a residential college experience. While the college is not primarily known for its athletics, it supports a number of sports teams known as the Corsairs, participating in the Golden Valley Conference.

College of the Redwoods has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  1,204 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 2,802 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $1,104 plus fees of $43.