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Glendale Community College

Glendale, CA·Public·9,807 students
Last updated: March 21, 2026

A good fit for in-state California residents. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 9,807 students.

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9,807
Students
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Net Price
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Grad Rate
$41,100
Earnings
10 yr
$8,972
Debt

About This School

Glendale Community College is a public institution located in Glendale, California with approximately 9,807 undergraduate students enrolled. In-state tuition is $1,181 per year. Typical graduates earn $41,100 within 10 years of enrollment.

Glendale Community College may refer to one of two colleges in the United States:Glendale Community College (Arizona) Glendale Community College (California)

This is a solid, low-risk option for students in the Glendale area looking to start affordably — graduates leave with a median debt of just $8,972, which is notably manageable compared to most institutions. That said, median earnings of $41,100 a decade out suggest the outcomes are modest, so students targeting higher-paying careers should have a clear transfer or credential plan in place. Worth considering if you're focused on cost control, local convenience, or building a path to a four-year university through California's transfer system.

Founded
1927

Notable Alumni

Masiela LushaEva MendesAngie DickinsonSeann William ScottDanielle PanabakerRyan SeacrestKay PanabakerAurora SnowFrank WykoffSchoolboy QErick ThohirDan Harmon

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$1,181
Out-of-State Tuition
$8,381
Avg Net Price
N/A
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants35%
Median debt at graduation$8,972

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
N/A
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$41,100
after enrollment
Median Debt
$8,972
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$8,972
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$28,600
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$41,100
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 4.6x

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

White55%
Black3%
Hispanic/Latino29%
Asian8%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (9,807 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Glendale Community College

Glendale, 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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