OCC Description

Orange Coast College is located in Costa Mesa, California, just inland from the beautiful beaches of Newport and Balboa. This community college offers exceptional academic and vocational opportunities for students wishing to get ahead.

Associate’s programs are offered in a wide range of disciplines, from Business and Health Sciences to Mathematics and Behavioral Sciences. Students who are interested in transferring to a four-year university can choose to earn an associate’s in one of the many available concentrations, or in general studies.

Vocational certificate programs are also available for those looking to dive into the job market with valuable skills. Students can earn certificates in a long list of studies, from Costume Careers and Aviation Pilot Training to Entertainment Film and Interior Design. The impressive list of career-specific certificates reflects the unique demands of the Southern California job market.

Student life activities help students stay engaged on campus and in their studies. Students can participate in student organizations, the student newspaper, student government, athletic teams, and much more.

Students are encouraged to take advantage of the many student services available to them. Distance learning, academic workshops, a career center, counseling, child care, and academic advising are available to help students succeed. Financial aid is available to eligible students to help them cover the cost of tuition.

Orange Coast College is dedicated to providing stellar academic support and promising vocational training to help every student succeed.

Quick Facts

Location

Southwest

Setting

Mid-size City Setting

Type

Public

Size

Very Large (+10,000 Undergrad)

Nickname

OCC

On-Campus Housing Available

No

In-State Tuition

$686

Out-of-State Tuition

$4,622

Selectivity

Open Admissions

Enrollment

24,800

OCC Students

Total Students
24,800

Full-Time vs. Part-time Students

Full-Time
39%
Part-Time
61%

Students Coming From In-State vs. Out-of-State

In-State
90%
Out-of-State
10%

Ethnic Diversity

African-American
1%
Asian
24%
Caucasian
43%
Latino
22%
Other
10%

Students State Origin

California
90%
Other
10%

International Students

International
2%
Domestic
98%