Compton College
A good fit for families looking for lower cost and students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 3,142 students.
About This School
Compton College is a public institution located in Compton, California with approximately 3,142 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $12,647 per year.
Compton College is a public community college in Compton, California. From 2006, when it lost its regional accreditation, to 2017, when it regained that accreditation, it operated as a part of El Camino College. Before and after the partnership with El Camino College, the college was operated by the Compton Community College District.
Worth considering if you're looking for an affordable local option in the South LA area, as this small college of under 3,000 students can offer a more personal classroom experience than larger institutions. That said, its accreditation history is a real concern — losing regional accreditation from 2006 to 2017 is a significant red flag that speaks to past institutional instability, and prospective students should closely research current transfer outcomes and program completion rates before enrolling. It's best suited for students with a clear plan, like transferring to a four-year school or completing a specific vocational certificate, rather than those who need strong institutional guidance to stay on track.
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