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College of San Mateo

San Mateo, California · City: MidsizeOfficial Website ↗

#611
Nationally
#105
In California
$1,288
In-State Tuition
per year
9,208
Undergrad Enrollment
5,000–9,999
Overall Score & Rankings
55/100
Good
#611 nationally
#105 in California
🎓Graduation Outcomes50
💰Affordability50
📚Academic Environment50
🔬Program Breadth77

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

College of San Mateo is a public two-year community college located in San Mateo, California. The college enrolls approximately 9,208 undergraduate students. In-state tuition is $1,288 per year ($11,340 out-of-state), below average for public institutions.

Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$1,288/yr
In-State Fees$44/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$11,340/yr
Room & Board$1,971/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$3,303/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$13,355/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$1,288↑ Above avg
National avg: $3,860
Student Body
9,208
Total Undergrads
51% F / 49% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 25%
Hispanic 35%
Black 3%
Asian 22%
Two or more 7%
International 4%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • ✓Reasonable room and board costs at $1,971/yr
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, and working adults seeking career-focused certificates and degrees.

Institution Profile
Type2-year
ControlPublic
LocationSan Mateo, California
SettingCity: Midsize
Size5,000–9,999
State Ranking
#105
in California out of 7+ colleges
#611
nationally
Other Colleges in California
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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.