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Public 2 Year

Hartnell College

Salinas, California

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Overview

Enrollment

8,892
Hartnell College overview
Location Salinas, California
Online hartnell.edu
School Type Public 2 Year
Setting Midsize City
Hartnell College overview
Size Mid-size
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing No
Level of Study Undergrad
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Hartnell College, founded in 1920 and located in Salinas, California, is a public community college offering a range of associate degrees, certificates, and transfer programs. Known for its strong focus on agricultural sciences due to the region?s prominence in the agriculture industry, Hartnell also provides a variety of other popular majors including nursing, business, and computer science. The college boasts a campus that is characterized by a mix of modern and Spanish-inspired architecture, enhancing its educational environment. While Hartnell College primarily serves as a commuter school, it does offer student housing options through its affiliate, the University Corporation at Monterey Bay. Situated approximately an hour's drive away from the major city of San Jose, Hartnell maintains an open admissions process, welcoming a diverse and inclusive student body. While not distinctly famous for its athletic programs, Hartnell College participates in various sports as the Panthers in the California Community College Athletic Association.

Hartnell College has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  3,202 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 5,690 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $1,380 plus fees of $24.

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Annual Cost to Attend

California Resident Tuition

$1,380
In State Costs for Hartnell College
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,152
Other Fees$24
Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living $17,784
Budget for Other Expenses$4,860
Total One Year Cost$25,200

Out of State Resident Tuition

$8,970
Out of State Costs for Hartnell College
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,152
Other Fees$24
Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living $17,784
Budget for Other Expenses$4,860
Total One Year Cost$32,790

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$36,300 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

Data Not Available

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Hartnell College students
Subject Percent of Class
Liberal Arts and Humanities 50%
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting 10%
Health Professions 9%
Psychology 6%
Business 5%

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Last updated February 24, 2024