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Shasta College

Redding, CA·Public·5,536 students
Last updated: March 21, 2026

A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and in-state California residents. graduation rate is below 40%. a public school with 5,536 students.

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5,536
Students
$3,743
Net Price
29%
Grad Rate
$34,100
Earnings
10 yr
$9,500
Debt

About This School

Shasta College is a public institution located in Redding, California with approximately 5,536 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $3,743 per year. The graduation rate is 29%, and the typical graduate earns $34,100 within 10 years of enrollment.

Shasta College is a public community college in Redding, California, with branch campuses in Burney, Weaverville, and Red Bluff. It was founded in 1950 and later moved to a much larger campus while the original campus became the new location of Shasta High School.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $3,743/year after aid and $9,500 in median debt, the financial risk is genuinely low, making this a smart choice for students watching their budget. However, the 29% graduation rate is a real concern — most students who start here don't finish — so you'll want to ask hard questions about what support systems are in place to keep you on track. If you complete your degree or transfer successfully, the $34,100 median earnings 10 years out are modest, so this works best as a stepping stone toward a four-year school rather than a terminal credential.

Founded
1950
Setting
Midsize suburb

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing12%
Health Professions6%
Social Sciences6%
Psychology4%
English2%
Visual & Performing Arts1%
Engineering1%
Communications0%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$1,197
Out-of-State Tuition
$8,277
Avg Net Price
$3,743
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants37%
Median debt at graduation$9,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
29%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$34,100
after enrollment
Median Debt
$9,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$9,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$26,100
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$34,100
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 3.6x

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

White60%
Black2%
Hispanic/Latino20%
Asian5%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (5,536 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Shasta College

11555 Old Oregon Trail

Redding, CA 96003

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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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