- Coastline Community College is one of the nation's most innovative institutions providing a high quality, flexible education to students with advanced distance learning options as well as local campuses in 3 different locations in Orange County; Newport Beach, Westminster and Garden Grove. Coastline is recognized for offering more than 250 online and other distance education courses.
School Highlights
Coastline Community College serves 9,008 students (8% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the state average of 77%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 9,008 students
- In-state tuition: $46
- Out-state tuition: $398
- Minority enrollment: 73%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Coastline Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 126 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Coastline Community College
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Colors
Navy Blue and Orange
Total Faculty
126 staff
72 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Coastline Community College has declined by 34% over five years.
The Coastline Community College diversity score of 0.77 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
9,008 students
6,838 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
71:1
44:1
# Full-Time Students
752 students
1,022 students
# Part-Time Students
8,256 students
5,816 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
412 students
390 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
752 students
967 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
1,440 students
96 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
8,256 students
5,798 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
22%
12%
% Hispanic
31%
46%
% Black
8%
7%
% White
27%
23%
% Two or more races
4%
5%
% Non Resident races
2%
1%
% Unknown races
4%
6%
Diversity Score
0.77
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
23%
42%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$36,800
$32,200
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $46 is less than the state average of $1,236. The in-state tuition has declined by 96% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $398 is less than the state average of $6,577. The out-state tuition has declined by 95% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$46
$1,236
Out-State Tuition Fees
$398
$6,577
Tuition Notes
The cost for California residents is $46 per unit.
The cost for non-residents is $381 per unit.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
70%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$8,000
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,000
$6,272
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Students benefit from smaller class sizes and personalized attention from dedicated faculty and staff. Coastline offers certificates and A.A/A.S. transfer degree programs for students. Online students recieve the same support as on-site student, with family and or work obligations, our students have options on course length and start date to personalize their schedule and goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Coastline Community College cost?
Coastline Community College's tuition is approximately $46 for In-State students and $398 for Out-State students.
What is Coastline Community College's ranking?
Coastline Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Diversity in US community colleges and Least debt for graduating students.
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