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Public2-year

California Indian Nations College

Palm Desert, California · City: SmallOfficial Website ↗

#3179
Nationally
#403
In California
$7,680
In-State Tuition
per year
128
Undergrad Enrollment
Under 1,000
Overall Score & Rankings
47/100
Average
#3179 nationally
#403 in California
🎓Graduation Outcomes50
💰Affordability50
📚Academic Environment50
🔬Program Breadth36

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology →

California Indian Nations College is a public two-year community college located in Palm Desert, California. The college enrolls approximately 128 undergraduate students. In-state tuition is $7,680 per year ($7,680 out-of-state), above average for public institutions.

Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$7,680/yr
In-State Fees$62/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$7,680/yr
Room & Board$1,080/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$8,822/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$8,822/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$7,680↓ Below avg
National avg: $3,860
Student Body
128
Total Undergrads
74% F / 26% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 2%
Hispanic 46%
Asian 1%
Two or more 9%
International 1%
Native / Other 41%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • Reasonable room and board costs at $1,080/yr
  • Small campus environment (128 students) — more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • ·Data on some metrics is not yet available — contact the admissions office for details
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students planning to transfer to a 4-year university, working adults seeking career-focused certificates and degrees, and students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type2-year
ControlPublic
LocationPalm Desert, California
SettingCity: Small
SizeUnder 1,000
State Ranking
#403
in California out of 7+ colleges
#3179
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.