College of the Sequoias Tuition & Completion (2026)
College of the Sequoias is a public community college in Visalia, California, with about 11,562 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $480 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $1,394. Student demographics in federal data include Hispanic or Latino (72.9%) and White (17.3%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $1,394
- 2024 Average Net Price: $480 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 11,562 46.5% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 38.96%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
- First-Generation Students: 57.4%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 97.2% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 49.2%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 18,795
- Room & Board: $22,500 annual estimate
College of the Sequoias: what the data shows
Common questions about College of the Sequoias, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is College of the Sequoias?
College of the Sequoias is located in Visalia, CA (ZIP 93277-2214).
NCES locale classification: Suburb.
Is College of the Sequoias public or private?
College of the Sequoias is a Public institution.
How much does College of the Sequoias cost?
Published tuition: $1,394 in-state, $9,038 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $480.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $-537 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $57 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $1,492 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $5,093 |
| $110,001+ | $6,886 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $5,576.
How big is College of the Sequoias?
Total enrollment: 11,562 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 18,795 students.
About 46% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at College of the Sequoias?
150%-time completion rate: 38.96%.
First-year retention: 70.8%.
What do graduates of College of the Sequoias earn?
Median earnings: $31,439 six years after entry; $39,092 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $4,500.
35.39% of students receive Pell grants.
What is College of the Sequoias known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (593 completions)
- Child Care Provider/Assistant (478 completions)
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician (225 completions)
- Psychology, General (133 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (126 completions)
- Electrician (111 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration (108 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (96 completions)
- Architectural Technology/Technician (90 completions)
- Sociology, General (81 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is College of the Sequoias a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 38.96%; median earnings $39,092 at 10 years; net price $480. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$1,394
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at College of the Sequoias was $1,394.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$480
2024 Value
In 2024 College of the Sequoias had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $480.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$1,920 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$480 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$5,576 4-Year In-State Tuition
$36,152 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$22,500 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,000 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$24,894 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$99,576 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for College of the Sequoias.
Financial Aid by Income Level
35.39% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
0.83% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at College of the Sequoias was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for College of the Sequoias in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $1,362 | $5,922 | $1,915 |
| 2014 | $1,362 | $6,138 | $417 |
| 2015 | $1,388 | $6,988 | $444 |
| 2016 | $1,388 | $7,296 | $1,951 |
| 2017 | $1,390 | $7,186 | $1,659 |
| 2018 | $1,390 | $7,690 | $1,197 |
| 2019 | $1,390 | $7,830 | $1,116 |
| 2020 | $1,394 | $8,338 | $1,222 |
| 2021 | $1,394 | $8,338 | $3,417 |
| 2022 | $1,394 | $8,338 | $1,026 |
| 2023 | $1,394 | $8,338 | $29 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
College of the Sequoias reported total enrollment of about 11,562 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 44% male and 56% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Hispanic or Latino (72.9%), White (17.3%), and Asian (3.4%). About 35.39% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 57.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
46.5% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at College of the Sequoias in 2024 is 11,562 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 18,795 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
70.8%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Hispanic or Latino at 72.9%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
16.31% 100% Completion Time
38.96% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 16.31% of students graduating from College of the Sequoias completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 33% male / 67% female
- Child Care Provider/Assistant: 6% male / 94% female
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician: 95% male / 5% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: Hispanic or Latino.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for College of the Sequoias.
Return on Investment
$4,500 Median Student Debt
$39,092 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
11.51% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
20260.42% Return on Investment
1.2 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for College of the Sequoias.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 80 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 593 completions
2. Child Care Provider/Assistant: 478 completions
3. Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician: 225 completions
4. Psychology, General: 133 completions
5. Business Administration and Management, General: 126 completions
6. Electrician: 111 completions
7. Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration: 108 completions
8. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 96 completions
9. Architectural Technology/Technician: 90 completions
Most popular programs at College of the Sequoias.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for College of the Sequoias graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for College of the Sequoias from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 49.2%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $12,605
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $6,419
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
College of the Sequoias is a public institution located in Visalia, CA, classified as Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Child Care Provider/Assistant, Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician. Enrollment is approximately 11,562 students. Student body composition includes Hispanic or Latino (72.9%), White (17.3%), Asian (3.4%). The 150%-time completion rate is 38.96%. Approximately 35.39% of students receive Pell Grants. About 57.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
Location
Visalia, CA 93277-2214
Region: Far West
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 38.96% graduation rate at College of the Sequoias falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 80 distinct degree programs, College of the Sequoias provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is College of the Sequoias located?
College of the Sequoias is located in Visalia, CA.
How much does College of the Sequoias cost?
Reported tuition is $1,394 and average net price is $480 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $22,500 annually.
What is the student body demographics at College of the Sequoias?
College of the Sequoias reports undergraduate enrollment of about 18,795 students, Hispanic or Latino (72.9%), White (17.3%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend College of the Sequoias?
About 57.4% of students at College of the Sequoias are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of College of the Sequoias earn?
Median earnings are $31,439 six years after entry and $39,092 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at College of the Sequoias?
The 150%-time completion rate is 39.0% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do College of the Sequoias students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $4,500.
Is College of the Sequoias public or private?
College of the Sequoias is a public institution located in Visalia, CA.
Is College of the Sequoias an HBCU?
No. College of the Sequoias is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is College of the Sequoias a tribal college?
No. College of the Sequoias is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is College of the Sequoias a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—College of the Sequoias reports 72.9% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is College of the Sequoias religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for College of the Sequoias in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
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Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.