Information About California
Colleges
California has a unique approach to higher education; with three public college systems and many private/independent campuses, California is able to provide students with an opportunity unlike any other. It is important to find a college that fits your lifestyle and educational needs; learn what California has to offer below:
California Community Colleges (CCC)
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- Admits all students who are 18 years old or a high school graduate
- Encourages students to attend for two years and then transfer to a college or university for a bachelor’s degree
- Web site: www.cccco.edu
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California State University (CSU) |
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- Each campus has its own academic focus, strengths, special
geographic features and traditions
- Offers quality education in the liberal arts and sciences and
specialized training for a variety of career fields
- On-campus housing available on most campuses
- Web site: www.calstate.edu
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University of California (UC) |
- Each campus has its own academic focus, strengths, special geographic
features and traditions
- Offers various degrees, including medicine and law
- On-campus housing available on all campuses
- Web site: www.universityofcalifornia.edu
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Independent California Colleges and Universities |
- Many colleges are regionally and nationally ranked
- They offer more than 350 different types of degrees
- Costs differ from school to school, but financial aid is available
- Web site: www.aiccu.edu
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Type of Colleges |
California Community Colleges
(CCC) |
California State University
(CSU) |
University of California
(UC) |
Independent
Colleges
& Universities |
Number of Campuses |
108 |
23 |
10 |
more than 75 |
College Entrance Test |
none required |
ACT or SAT
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ACT or SAT and three SAT Subject Tests
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varies: (check with college or university) |
Degrees Offered |
associate degrees and vocational certificates |
bachelor’s, master’s
and joint doctoral degrees
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bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral and professional degrees |
associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral and professional degrees |
Student Fees/Tuition
(subject to change)
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$20 per unit
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approximately
$3,100 per year
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approximately
$6,000 per year
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average
$18,300 |
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