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Glendale Community College

Glendale, CA·Public·10,509 students
Last updated: March 21, 2026

A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and in-state California residents. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 10,509 students.

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10,509
Students
$8,365
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 10,509 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $8,365 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
Setting
Midsize city
Avg Faculty Salary
$10,569

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing26%
Social Sciences17%
Health Professions8%
Biological Sciences5%
Psychology5%
Visual & Performing Arts4%
Communications3%
Computer Science3%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

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
$1,191
Out-of-State Tuition
$10,935
Avg Net Price
$8,365
after aid

Net Price by Family Income

Under $30k$7,902
$30–48k$7,944
$48–75k$9,747
$75–110k$13,944
$110k+$11,964

Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants38%
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

Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender

Male graduates$29,700
Female graduates$27,700

Gap: 7% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.

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

White56%
Black3%
Hispanic/Latino28%
Asian7%
Two or more races2%
International2%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (10,509 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Glendale Community College

1500 N Verdugo Rd

Glendale, CA 91208-2894

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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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