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College of the Redwoods

Eureka, CA·Public·3,514 students
Last updated: March 21, 2026

A good fit for students who prefer a mid-size campus and in-state California residents. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 3,514 students.

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3,514
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Grad Rate
$32,700
Earnings
10 yr
$8,080
Debt

About This School

College of the Redwoods is a public institution located in Eureka, California with approximately 3,514 undergraduate students enrolled. In-state tuition is $1,147 per year. Typical graduates earn $32,700 within 10 years of enrollment.

College of the Redwoods (CR) is a public community college with its main campus south of Eureka, California, United States. It is part of the California Community Colleges System and serves three counties. It has two branch campuses, as well as three additional sites. It is one of twelve community colleges in California that offer on-campus housing for students.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: graduates earn a median of $32,700 ten years out, which is a modest return, though the relatively low median debt of $8,080 means you won't be buried in loans while building your career. Worth considering if you're looking for an affordable, small-campus community college experience in Northern California and plan to transfer to a four-year school or enter a local trade or healthcare field. Just go in with clear goals — this school rewards students who have a specific plan rather than those still figuring it out.

Founded
1964

Admissions

SAT Scores

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ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$1,147
Out-of-State Tuition
$7,783
Avg Net Price
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after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants33%
Median debt at graduation$8,080

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
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within 6 years
Retention Rate
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freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$32,700
after enrollment
Median Debt
$8,080
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$8,080
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$24,800
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$32,700
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 4.0x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White51%
Black4%
Hispanic/Latino24%
Asian3%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (3,514 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

College of the Redwoods

Eureka, CA

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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