COLLEGE OF THE DESERT (COD)
- 43-500 Monterey Ave
- Palm Desert, CA 92260
- OPEID College Code: 00118200
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- General Phone: (760) 346-8041
- President: Jerry R. Patton
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 10,193
- College Alias: COD
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College of the Desert - Details
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Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- 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
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Website
- www.collegeofthedesert.edu
- Mission Statement
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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 Suburban-Serving Multicampus
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Higher Part-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Medium Two-Year
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- 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 Links and Information
- Website: COD Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 57%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 2% | 38% | 54% | 4% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $3,037 | $3,719 | $1,075 | $1,000 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 10.1% | 9.5% | 6.3% |
| Number in Default | 7 | 10 | 11 |
| Number in Repayment | 69 | 105 | 174 |
Undergraduate Student Expenses
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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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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
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| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $762 | $594 | $594 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $762 | $594 | $594 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $5,606 | $5,410 | $5,137 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,638 | $1,566 | $1,386 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $10,872 | $10,152 | $9,288 |
| Other Expenses | $3,996 | $3,870 | $3,618 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,996 | $3,870 | $3,618 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $2,400 | $2,160 | $1,980 |
| In-State | $2,400 | $2,160 | $1,980 |
| Out of State | $7,244 | $6,976 | $6,523 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $17,268 | $16,182 | $14,886 |
| In-State | $17,268 | $16,182 | $14,886 |
| Out of State | $22,112 | $20,998 | $19,429 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $6,396 | $6,039 | $5,598 |
| In-State | $6,396 | $6,039 | $5,598 |
| Out of State | $11,240 | $10,855 | $10,141 |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
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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.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 10,193 Undergraduate: 10,193
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 4,455 Female: 5,738
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 4,455 Female: 5,738
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 3,751 Part-Time: 6,442
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 3,751 Part-Time: 6,442
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 162 | 2% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 1,991 | 20% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 280 | 3% |
| Ages 18-19 | 2,854 | 28% |
| Ages 20-21 | 1,836 | 18% |
| Ages 22-24 | 1,428 | 14% |
| Ages 25-29 | 1,290 | 13% |
| Ages 30-34 | 734 | 7% |
| Ages 35-39 | 489 | 5% |
| Ages 40-49 | 739 | 7% |
| Ages 50-65 | 463 | 5% |
| Age Over 65 | 80 | 0.8% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 721 | 313 | 408 |
| Faculty Status | 482 | 125 | 357 |
| Tenured Faculty | 78 | 78 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 482 | 125 | 357 |
| Primarily Instruction | 482 | 125 | 357 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 18 | 18 | - |
| Other Professionals | 14 | 14 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 207 | 156 | 51 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 95 | 77 | 18 |
| Skilled Crafts | 8 | 8 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 38 | 30 | 8 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $86,492 (96) | $88,039 (50) | $84,810 (46) |
| Professor | $95,444 (31) | $96,159 (22) | $93,696 (9) |
| Associate Professor | $85,033 (39) | $84,101 (18) | $85,832 (21) |
| Assistant Professor | $76,711 (17) | $72,762 (7) | $79,476 (10) |
| Instructor | $68,429 (5) | $72,872 (1) | $67,318 (4) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $93,155 (21) | $98,831 (10) | $87,994 (11) |
| Professor | $118,192 (2) | $118,192 (2) | - (-) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $84,648 (117) | $86,843 (60) | $82,337 (57) |
| Professor | $95,521 (33) | $96,205 (24) | $93,696 (9) |
| Associate Professor | $85,033 (39) | $84,101 (18) | $85,832 (21) |
| Assistant Professor | $76,711 (17) | $72,762 (7) | $79,476 (10) |
| Instructor | $68,429 (5) | $72,872 (1) | $67,318 (4) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 252 | 164 | 88 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 252 | 164 | 88 |
| Baseball | 26 | 26 | - |
| Basketball | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Football | 77 | 77 | - |
| Golf | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Soccer | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Softball | 16 | - | 16 |
| Tennis | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 26 | 8 | 18 |
| Volleyball | 12 | - | 12 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $16,741 | $9,442 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $6,070 | $5,800 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Baseball | 3 | 3 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 2 | - |
| Basketball | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Football | 8 | 8 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 7 | 7 | - |
| Golf | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Soccer | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Softball | 4 | - | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | - | 3 |
| Tennis | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Volleyball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 49%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 30%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 19% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 16% |
| Female | 22% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 33% |
| Unknown | 16% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Weapons Related | 1 | 2 |
| Drug Related | 3 | 2 |
| Liquor Related | 7 | 1 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Robbery | 1 | - |
| Aggravated Assault | 2 | 3 |
| Burglary | - | 1 |
| Vehicle Theft | 3 | 3 |
| Arson | - | 1 |
College of the Desert Reviews
1 Review Submitted For College of the Desert
- Reviewed on: May 11, 2012
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- My experience at College of the Desert has not been ideal. The quality of the teachers here is really inconsistent. Some really know their stuff and others really don't. Also, it is really hard to get into the upper division courses that most students need to graduate or transfer. Those courses are limited and they fill up way too fast.
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
