College of the Desert
College of the Desert is a public 2-year institution in Palm Desert, CA. It enrolls about 10,764 students.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Public 2-year |
| Control | public |
| Level | 2-year |
| Location | Palm Desert, CA 92260 |
| County | Riverside County |
| Enrollment | 10,764 |
| Acceptance rate | — |
| Applicants / admitted | — |
| In-state tuition & fees | $1,326 |
| Out-of-state tuition & fees | $9,586 |
| Graduation rate (150%) | — |
| Transfer-out rate | — |
| Full-time retention rate | 67% |
| Average net price (after aid) | $14,391 |
| Campus setting | City: Small |
| Size category | 10,000 - 19,999 |
| Highest degree offered | At least 2, but less than 4 academic yrs |
| Website | www.collegeofthedesert.edu/ |
| Phone | 7603468041 |
Admissions
This institution does not report first-year admission figures to IPEDS, often because admission is open.
Cost
In-state students pay about $1,326 in tuition and required fees; out-of-state students pay $9,586. These are 2023-24 sticker prices for full-time first-year students and exclude housing, food and books. Most students pay less than the sticker price after institutional grants and scholarships.
Cost after financial aid
The average net price — what students actually pay after grants and scholarships — is $14,391 per year for first-time, full-time students receiving Title IV aid.
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| Under $30,000 | $10,791 |
| $30,001–48,000 | $11,894 |
| $48,001–75,000 | $13,598 |
| $75,001–110,000 | $16,462 |
| Over $110,000 | $18,265 |
Net price falls as family income falls because need-based aid rises. These are 2022-23 figures reported to IPEDS; use them to compare institutions, and use each college's own net price calculator for a personal estimate.
Outcomes
A 150% graduation rate is not reported for this institution in the 2023 collection — common for very small, new or specialised institutions.
Where it is
College of the Desert is in Palm Desert, CA, Riverside County. Its coordinates are 33.7321, -116.3883.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at College of the Desert?
College of the Desert does not report a selective admission rate to IPEDS; it may have open admission.
How much does College of the Desert cost?
Tuition and required fees are about $1,326 for in-state students and $9,586 for out-of-state students, excluding room and board.
How many students attend College of the Desert?
About 10,764 students are enrolled.