CABRILLO COLLEGE

  • 6500 Soquel Dr
  • Aptos, CA 95003
  • OPEID College Code: 00112400
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  • General Phone: (831) 479-6100
  • Superintendent/President: Brian King
  • Type: Public, 2-Year
  • Calendar System: Semester
  • Highest Degree: Associate's
  • Local Area: Midsized Suburb
  • Student Enrollment: 15,974
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About

Cabrillo College, located in Aptos, California, was established in 1959 as Cabrillo Junior College and began operations with a freshman class of 400 students. The school is named after Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo, the Portuguese explorer who was first to map the coast of California. Cabrillo College strives to meet all the needs of the community and is known as a college that cares about people. Cabrillo College is continually evolving, adding programs and renovating facilities as needed to meet can predict community needs and expectations. The school currently enrolls over 17,000 students, and continues to grow.

 

Academics

Cabrillo College offers over 70 programs of study to meet the needs of its large student body. The school offers transfer programs, designed to meet requirements necessary for transfer to a four year institution. Additionally, the school also provides technical and vocational training for more career oriented students looking to enter the job market as trained professionals as soon as possible. The programs offered will result in a diploma, certificate or associate degree depending on which program was taken. The school also offers adult education, continuing education, and community classes for individuals wishing to increase their skill base or return to school.

 

Programs offered include:

 

Admissions and Financial Aid

As a community college, Cabrillo College has an open enrollment policy allowing students to apply online or in person in order to obtain admittance. New students will be required to take a placement exam and attend student orientation prior to registering for classes. It is also important for students to meet with academic counselors to outline and determine which classes need to be taken in order to meet the needs of an academic program.

 

Financial aid is available in the form of grants, scholarships, loans and employment. Eligibility is determined through the student aid report obtained as a result of completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Students should adhere to the listed deadlines for both admissions applications and financial aid, in order to avoid the possibility of missing out on aid awards for a semester or year. 

 

 
    Student Services
  • Remedial Services Offered
  • Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
  • Employment Services Offered
  • Placement Services For Graduates Offered
  • On-Campus Day Care Available
    Special Learning Opportunities
  • Distance Learning Opportunities
  • Study Abroad Opportunities
  • Weekend / Evening Classes Available
Accreditation
  • Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges
    Facilities and Programs Offered
  • Library Available
    College Carnegie Classifications
  • Basic Classification
  • Associates--Public Rural-Serving Large
  • Undergraduate Classification
  • Associates
  • Undergraduate Profile Classification
  • Higher Part-Time Two-Year
  • Enrollment Classification
  • Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
  • Size Classification
  • Large Two-Year
 
 
 
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    College Credits Accepted
  • Dual Credit
  • AP Credit
    Applicant Considerations
  • Open Admission Policy
  • Accepts Any Student Who Applies
 
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
 
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
 LoanFederal GrantState/Local GrantInstitutional Grant
(%) of Students Receiving2%29%46%-
Avg Amount Receiving$4,960$3,931$952-
 
Federal Loan Default Rates
 200820072006
Default Rate (%)7.2%6.3%5.8%
Number in Default141416
Number in Repayment193222273
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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2009-102008-092007-08
Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses
In-District Tuition and Fees$774$604$602
In-State Tuition and Fees$774$604$602
Out of State Tuition and Fees$6,206$5,672$5,474
Books and Supplies$1,638$1,566$1,422
 
Housing Expenses
Off Campus
Room and Board$11,160$10,692$9,936
Other Expenses$3,996$3,870$3,618
Off Campus with Family
Other Expenses$4,140$3,870$3,888
 
Total Expenses
On Campus
In-District$2,412$2,170$2,024
In-State$2,412$2,170$2,024
Out of State$7,844$7,238$6,896
Off Campus
In-District$17,568$16,732$15,578
In-State$17,568$16,732$15,578
Out of State$23,000$21,800$20,450
Off Campus with Family
In-District$6,552$6,310$5,912
In-State$6,552$6,310$5,912
Out of State$11,984$11,378$10,784
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
 CertificateAssociate
Agriculture Operations
Landscaping and Groundskeeping Degree76
Plant Nursery Operations and Management Degree1-
Horticulture Degree21
 
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Biology Degree-10
 
Business and Marketing Studies
Administrative Assistant Degree82
Bookkeeping Degree2918
Commerce Degree132
E-Commerce Degree--
Real Estate Degree34
 
Communication Technology
Animation, Video Graphics and Special Effects Degree--
Prepress , Desktop Publishing and Digital Imaging Design Degree124
 
Communications and Journalism
Journalism Degree23
 
Computer and Information Sciences
Computer Graphics Degree--
Computer Programming Degree1-
Computer Science Degree--
Computer Systems Networking Degree158
Data Modeling, Warehousing and Database Administration Degree--
System Administration Degree1-
Web and Digital Design Degree3110
 
Construction Trades
Building and Construction Site Management Degree1413
Home Construction and Inspection Degree162
 
Education
Health Teacher Education Degree-18
 
Engineering
Engineering Degree-11
 
Engineering Technology
Architectural Drafting Cad Degree--
Civil Drafting and Civil Engineering Cad Degree1-
Drafting and Design Degree--
Engineering Technology Degree1-
Manufacturing Technology Degree--
 
English Language and Literature
English Language and Literature Degree-2
Speech Degree-18
 
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
Area Studies, Other Degree--
Ethnic, Cultural Minority and Gender Studies, Other Degree-2
United States Studies Degree--
Womens Studies Degree--
 
Family and Consumer Sciences
Child Care Degree1-
Child Care Provider Degree5525
 
Foreign Languages and Literature
French Language and Literature Degree--
German Language and Literature Degree--
Spanish Language and Literature Degree-5
 
Health and Clinical Professions
Clinical Laboratory Technician Degree7-
Dental Hygiene Degree-19
Electrocardiograph Technology Degree--
Emergency Medical Technology Degree--
Medical Administration Degree52
Nursing Degree-55
Phlebotomy Degree--
Radiologic Technology Degree-15
Medical Assistant Degree318
 
History
History Degree-7
 
Interdisciplinary Studies
Biological and Physical Sciences Degree-7
Interdisciplinary Studies, Other Degree13-
 
Liberal Arts and Sciences
Liberal Arts Degree245326
Humanistic Studies Degree-1
 
Mathematics and Statistics
Mathematics Degree-2
 
Personal and Culinary Services
Cooking and Related Culinary Arts Degree87
 
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Philosophy Degree-1
 
Physical Sciences
Astronomy Degree--
Chemistry Degree-4
Geology and Earth Science Degree--
Physics Degree-1
 
Precision Production
Welding Technology Degree8-
 
Psychology
Psychology Degree-16
 
Public Administration and Social Services
Human Services Degree188
 
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Health and Physical Education Degree--
 
Security and Protective Services
Corrections Degree-5
Corrections, Other Degree--
Police Science Degree19
Fire-Fighting Degree-29
 
Social Sciences
Anthropology Degree-7
Archaeology Degree22
Economics Degree-8
Geography Degree--
International Relations and Affairs Degree--
Political Science Degree-4
Social Sciences Degree--
Sociology Degree-3
 
Visual and Performing Arts
Dance Degree-1
Drama Degree-1
Music Degree-7
Photography Degree--
Art Studies Degree-11
 
 
    Overall Student Enrollment
  • Total Student Enrollment: 15,974
  • Undergraduate: 15,974
    Student Gender
  • Total Student Gender
  • Male: 7,430 Female: 8,544
  • Undergraduate Gender
  • Male: 7,430 Female: 8,544
    Student Attendance
  • Total Student Attendance
  • Full-Time: 4,785 Part-Time: 11,189
  • Undergraduate Attendance
  • Full-Time: 4,785 Part-Time: 11,189
Student Race Breakdown
 NumberPercent
Non-Resident Alien520.3%
American Indian--
Black--
Asian--
Hispanic--
White--
Unknown9866%
 
Student Age Breakdown
 NumberPercent
Age Under 188195%
Ages 18-193,28221%
Ages 20-212,50116%
Ages 22-242,03513%
Ages 25-291,95912%
Ages 30-341,1367%
Ages 35-397785%
Ages 40-491,57210%
Ages 50-651,55810%
Age Over 653302%
Age Unknown40.03%
Employee Type Breakdown
 TotalFull-TimePart-Time
Total Employees892511381
Faculty Status585235350
Tenured Faculty156156-
Instruction, Research and/or Public Service585235350
Primarily Instruction585235350
Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial3535-
Other Professionals11-
Technical and/or Paraprofessional27124031
Clerical And Secretarial1089315
Skilled Crafts66-
Service and/or Maintenance3838-
 
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
 TotalMaleFemale
9/10 Month Contract
All Faculty$69,878 (235)$72,387 (102)$67,954 (133)
Instructor$69,878 (235)$72,387 (102)$67,954 (133)
 
Equated 9 Month Contract
All Faculty$69,878 (235)$72,387 (102)$67,954 (133)
Instructor$69,878 (235)$72,387 (102)$67,954 (133)
Overall Athletic Team Information
     TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
     
    Participants
    All Athletes294194100
    Unduplicated Athletes294194100
    Baseball2727-
    Basketball271413
    Football7474-
    Golf1212-
    Soccer583127
    Softball19-19
    Swimming and Diving271413
    Tennis1486
    Volleyball12-12
    Water Polo241410
     
    Coaches Salaries
    Head Coaches-$13,052$9,928
    Assistant Coaches-$2,277$1,500
     
    Coaches
    All Coaches311714
    Baseball22-
    Head Coaches11-
    Assistant Coaches11-
    Basketball422
    Head Coaches211
    Assistant Coaches211
    Football55-
    Head Coaches11-
    Assistant Coaches44-
    Golf11-
    Head Coaches11-
    Assistant Coaches---
    Soccer422
    Head Coaches211
    Assistant Coaches211
    Softball2-2
    Head Coaches1-1
    Assistant Coaches1-1
    Swimming and Diving422
    Head Coaches211
    Assistant Coaches211
    Tennis312
    Head Coaches211
    Assistant Coaches1-1
    Volleyball2-2
    Head Coaches1-1
    Assistant Coaches1-1
    Water Polo422
    Head Coaches211
    Assistant Coaches211
      Retention Rates
    • Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 71%
    • Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 41%
    Graduation Rates
     (%) of Entering Class
    Overall
    All Students30%
     
    By Gender
    Male29%
    Female30%
     
    By Race
    Non-Resident Alien67%
    Unknown29%
    Crime Statistics
     2007-082006-07
    Arrests
    On Campus
    Weapons Related21
    Drug Related1510
    Liquor Related3-
     
    Criminal Offenses
    On Campus
    Aggravated Assault-4
    Burglary1213
    Vehicle Theft11
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