Shasta College
A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and in-state California residents. graduation rate is below 25% — most students don't finish here. 100% freshman retention — students rarely leave.
About This School
Shasta College is a public institution located in Redding, California with approximately 6,128 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $2,878 per year. The graduation rate is 23%, 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.
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 16% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (6,128 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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Sources & Methodology
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.
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- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
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