Overview
Sierra College is an open-admission, 2-year community college based in the Sierra Nevada Mountains of Rocklin, California. Sierra is the only community college in the nation with an academic press, and it also boasts the Sierra Art and Natural History Museum, a regional attraction. The Center for Nevada Studies at Sierra College is a unique facility that places emphasis on the traditions and culture of the Sierra Nevada region.
Acceptance Rate:
100%
Average Net Price:
$3,422
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $1,156 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $9,988 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $8,000 |
| Books and Supplies | $1792 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
20%
Average Aid Per Year
$5,067
20%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,746
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$232
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
80%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$1477
51%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,746
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$23,806,992
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
1%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$5,567
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$9,500
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$129
Students receiving federal loans
1%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,567
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
2 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
24000
Students Applied
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
No
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Applications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
Students Enrolled By Household Income
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Associate's
Total Number of Students
15,766
Total Number of Undergrads
15,766
0
100
42%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
Student:Faculty Ratio
23:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
Learning Options
- Honors Program
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
79
Faculty Overview
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Suburb or town
US States Represented
22
Countries Represented
8
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
45%
Student Organizations
32
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
No
0
100
1%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Wolverines
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Total Male Athletes
190
Total Female Athletes
138
Intramural Sports
5
Sports Club
1
Sports Team (Men)
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Swimming
- Water Polo
- Wrestling
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
- Beach Volleyball
Sierra College Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$37,800
Top 5 Cities
Sacramento
San Francisco
Los Angeles
Yuba City
San Diego
Top 5 Employers
Sierra College
Sutter Health
Kaiser Permanente
Starbucks
Wells Fargo
Top 5 Sectors
Operations
Business Development
Sales
Administrative
Information Technology
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$9,500
Loan Default Rate
12%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$129
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingSierra offers a wide variety to start off the undecided student. They will get you started and on the right path for you.
Robert from Roseville, CA
The teacher at Sierra College are HANDS DOWN the best teachers around. I have sat-in on multiple classes at some of the top universities in the nation and have found myself comparing their teaching abilities to the abilities of teachers at Sierra College. Sierra College teachers understand the potential of junior college students and will be your best friends in helping you succeed.
Brett from Granite Bay, CA
Everyday I come with a new bit of knowledge that I didn't have the day before. It refreshing to be challenged at school, but not overwhelmed. The best part is having the ability to engage in a new assortment of conversations because of my recently learned information. The teaching staff is more then helpful and cooperative. They always welcome you to ask questions and express concerns. The counseling staff is also outstanding. They are almost always available and help you with even the most insignificant requests. They really lead and steer you on the path to your destination.
Alexis from Granite Bay, CA
Sierra College is an energetic community college that shows of it's pride. It holds several classes that are transferable to State/University college and excellent degree programs. The college is also very spacious and provide excellent student resources.
Tylia from Citrus Heights, CA
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