Central Coast College
Central Coast College is a Private, 2-4 years school located in Salinas, CA. It offers 11 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training (4/15/1989 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Central Coast College is Medical/Clinical Assistant and the 2025 tuition and fees is $18,614. Its tuition is higher than the national average of Medical/Clinical Assistant programs ($16,239). The length of the program is 49 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 12 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Central Coast College.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Medical/Clinical Assistant | $18,614 | $726 | 49 Hours | 12 Months | $16,239 |
| 2 | Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician | $52,047 | $7,073 | 118 Hours | 27 Months | $41,328 |
| 3 | Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide | $3,081 | $174 | 164 Hours | 2 Months | $4,480 |
| 4 | Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant | $18,825 | $515 | 48 Hours | 10 Months | $20,397 |
| 5 | Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician | $45,152 | $6,547 | 86 Hours | 21 Months | $41,328 |
| 6 | Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | $30,566 | $4,745 | 1,679 Hours | 15 Months | $18,035 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 631 students attended Central Coast College in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 11 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 26 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 30 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 54 (full-time) and 28 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Central Coast College is 67% and the retention rate is 89% at the school.
| Student Population | 631 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 67% |
| Number of Faculty | 37 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 30 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of Central Coast College is $18,614
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
57% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $5,263 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $18,614 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $726 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $28,221 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $8,855 |
| Average Financial Amount | $5,263 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Central Coast College offers 9 career programs for Less than 12-Weeks Certificate, Less than 1-Year Certificate, 2 Years Certificate, 4 Years Certificate. The next table lists number of programs by offered program and online availability along with number of completers by certificate programs. Last year, 303 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 12-Weeks Certificate | 2 | 0 | 126 |
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 5 | 0 | 169 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 4 Years Certificate | 1 | 0 | 8 |
| Total | 9 | 0 | 303 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Central Coast College are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 303 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 126 students have earned/completed Less than 12-Weeks Certificate program.
- 169 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 8 students have earned/completed 2-4 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 126 completers |
| Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist | ✕ | 30 |
| Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide | ✕ | 96 |
| Total | 126 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Agriculture | ✕ | 31 completers |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant | ✕ | 31 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 128 completers |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services (other) | ✕ | 3 |
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | ✕ | 125 |
| Business | ✕ | 10 completers |
| Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping | ✕ | 10 |
| Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science | ✕ | 0 |
| Total | 169 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 0 completers |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | ✕ | 0 |
| Total | 0 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 8 completers |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician | ✕ | 8 |
| Total | 8 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 631 students have enrolled into Central Coast College. By gender, 39 male and 592 female students are attending the school.
There are 34 White (5.39%), 11 Black/African American (1.74%), 535 Hispanic (84.79%), 9 Asian (1.43%), and 575 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 631 | 39 | 592 |
| American Indian/Native American | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Asian | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| Black/African American | 11 | 1 | 10 |
| Hispanic | 535 | 29 | 506 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| White | 34 | 3 | 31 |
| Two More | 14 | 2 | 12 |
| Un-Known | 24 | 2 | 22 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 480 S Main Street, Salinas, CA
- 831-424-6767
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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