College of the Desert is a 2-4 year, public school located in Palm Desert, CA. It is classified as small Associate's college by Carnegie Classification
The C of the Desert's 2024 tuition & fees is $1,326 for California residents and $9,586 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 68% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $5,203.
For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 10,382 and the students to faculty ratio is 26 to 1 (3.85%).
College of the Desert is accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges.
2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of College of the Desert is $1,326 for in-state students and $9,586 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $1,326 for California residents and $10,056 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
Undergraduate | $1,326 | $9,586 |
| In-State | Out-of-State |
Undergraduate | $1,326 | $10,056 |
The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Admission Key Statistics
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
College of the Desert offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for undergraduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at C of the Desert
Learning Opportunities |
ROTC | No |
Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
Teacher Certification | Yes |
Study Abroad | Yes |
On-Campus Services |
Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
Employment services for students | Yes |
Placement services for completers | Yes |
On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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