Mills College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and assists students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Oakland, California, which is a predominantly urban area. Enrollment at Mills College exceeds 1,600 per year.
Areas of study available at Mills College include:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- English Language And Literature
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Psychology
- Education
- Ethnic Cultural And Gender Studies
To be considered for admissions, students may be required to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit school records, which are then evaluated by the admissions office. The majority of students accepted to Mills College have an SAT score within the range of 1570 - 1910, or an ACT composite score between 24 - 29. This school accepts about 60 percent of applicants yearly. Of those accepted, about 13 percent of students registered for enrollment. More information on admissions can be found here.
The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $43,000, but may change per year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's net price calculator to better estimate their cost of attendance. Housing may be available for students that would like to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $6,000 annually. Students at Mills College may qualify for aid which is typically scholarships, grants, and loans.
Mills College participates in intercollegiate athletic programs through the NAIA's California Pacific Conference in Cross Country or Track & Field.
Students may visit the school's http://www.mills.edu to view additional information.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the candidates Mills College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at Mills College is around 1,400 students, with undergraduate students making up about 61% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition is estimated to range between $43,000-$52,000 for both in-state and out-of-state students
- For part-time students, charges are between $7,200-$8,600 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 100% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 100% | $31,655 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 80% | $6,753 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Mills College may offer services like those listed below:- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Employment search assistance
Graduation Rates
Mills College has an overall graduation rate which is around 61%.
| Number of Year to Graduate | Percent of Entering Class |
|---|---|
| Students Graduating in 4 Years | 50% |
| Graduating in 5 Years | 7% |
| Graduating in 6 Years | 1% |
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Mills College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Economics (B, M)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer (B, M)
Education
- Early Childhood Education (M)
- Teacher Education, Multiple Levels (C)
- Educational Leadership and Administration (D, M)
- Education (M)
- Mathematics Teacher Education (C)
- Education, Early Childhood Special Education Programs (C)
- English and Language Arts Teacher Education (C)
- Educational Administration (C)
- Science Teacher (C)
- Social Studies Teacher Education (C)
- Art Teacher Education (C)
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
- Creative Writing (M)
- English Literature (M)
- Literature
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
- Gay and Lesbian Studies (LGBTQ) (B)
- Ethnic Studies (B)
- Latin American Studies (B)
- Hispanic-American, Puerto Rican, and Mexican-American Studies
- United States Studies
Family and Consumer Sciences
- Child Development (B)
- Child Care (M)
Foreign Languages and Literature
- Spanish Language and Literature (B)
- Foreign Languages and Literatures (B)
- Comparative Literature
- French Language and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- PreMed Studies (C)
- Pre-Nursing Studies (C)
History
- History (B)
Interdisciplinary Studies
- Biopsychology (B)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
- Environmental Studies (B)
- Environmental Science (B)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
Physical Sciences
- Chemistry (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Public Policy (B, M)
Social Sciences
- Political Science (B)
- Economics (B)
- Sociology (B)
- Sociology and Anthropology (B)
- International Relations (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Music Theory and Composition (M)
- Music (B, M)
- Fine Arts and Studio Arts (M)
- Dance (B, M)
- Art History (B)
- Art Studies (B)
- Intermedia, Multimedia (B)
- Music Performance (M)
- Drama and Theatre Arts
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Mills College.
- California State University - East Bay in Hayward, CA (11 miles away)
- Sonoma State University in Rohnert Park, CA (46 miles away)
- University of California - Santa Cruz in Santa Cruz, CA (56 miles away)
- California State University - Sacramento in Sacramento, CA (68 miles away)
- California State University - Stanislaus in Turlock, CA (75 miles away)
Also, you can compare schools by looking through our list of colleges & universities:
- Review a complete list of all the California colleges
- Browse our list of private colleges in California
- Browse our list of California liberal arts colleges
Data Disclaimer
Information displayed on this page has been obtained from Institution, State, and Federal data sources, including the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) Survey 2010-2016. Information should be solely used for informational purposes only and may not be accurate for the current year. Contact Mills College for official up-to-date information.