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Cypress College

Cypress, CA·Public·12,309 students
Last updated: March 21, 2026

A good fit for in-state California residents. graduation rate is below 40%. a public school with 12,309 students.

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12,309
Students
N/A
Net Price
35%
Grad Rate
$41,100
Earnings
10 yr
$10,000
Debt

About This School

Cypress College is a public institution located in Cypress, California with approximately 12,309 undergraduate students enrolled. In-state tuition is $1,150 per year. The graduation rate is 35%, and the typical graduate earns $41,100 within 10 years of enrollment.

Cypress College is a public community college in Cypress, California. It is part of the California Community Colleges System and belongs to the North Orange County Community College District. It offers a variety of general education, transfer courses, and 145 vocational programs leading to associate degrees and certificates.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: a 35% graduation rate suggests many students don't finish, which is worth taking seriously before enrolling. That said, with a median debt of just $10,000 at graduation, you're not taking on enormous risk, and the 145 vocational and transfer programs make this a practical, affordable stepping stone — especially if you have a clear goal like transferring to a four-year school or earning a career certificate. Median earnings of $41,100 a decade out are modest, so pair this with a targeted plan rather than treating it as a default option.

Founded
1966

Notable Alumni

Gwen StefaniJohn StamosKirsten VangsnessMark EatonGreg CannomSwen NaterTrevor Hoffman

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$1,150
Out-of-State Tuition
$9,399
Avg Net Price
N/A
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants32%
Median debt at graduation$10,000

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
35%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$41,100
after enrollment
Median Debt
$10,000
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$10,000
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$31,400
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$41,100
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 4.1x

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

White12%
Black4%
Hispanic/Latino55%
Asian21%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (12,309 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Cypress College

Cypress, 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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