Compton College

2 Year
Compton, CA
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Overview

Total enrollment

5,225

Location Compton, California
Website compton.edu
Type Public 2 Year
Setting Small City

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

El Camino College Compton Center operates as a satellite campus of El Camino College, located in Compton, California, approximately 15 miles south of downtown Los Angeles. The campus serves the communities of Compton, Lynwood, Paramount, and portions of north Long Beach through its 88-acre urban campus. Originally established as Compton Community College in 1927, the institution merged with El Camino College in 2006 to maintain its accreditation and educational services. The college offers associate degrees and certificates in career technical education, along with transfer programs to four-year universities, with notable programs in nursing, automotive technology, and cosmetology. The campus features modern classroom facilities, a library, and vocational training centers, though it operates as a commuter campus without on-campus housing.

Admissions

Admission Requirements

Open Admission

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Annual Cost to Attend

California Resident Tuition

$1,142

Out of State Resident Tuition

$8,822

Breakdown

Tuition $1,142
Books and Supplies $1,062
Other Fees $38
Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living $22,086
Budget for Other Expenses $6,930
Total One Year Cost $31,258

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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 Compton College are Liberal Arts and Humanities, Work and Family Studies, and Health Professions. 40% of students major in Liberal Arts and Humanities, 20% in Work and Family Studies, and 12% in Health Professions.