School Highlights
Heald College-Salinas served 682 students
The college's student-teacher ratio of 28:1 was lower than the state community college average of 44:1.
Minority enrollment was 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was more than the state average of 77%.
School Overview
Heald College-Salinas
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates 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
Private, for profit
Public
Total Faculty
24 staff
72 staff
Student Body
Total Enrollment
682 students
6,838 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
44:1
# Enrollment Undergraduate
101 students
390 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
543 students
967 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
139 students
5,798 students
% Asian
4%
12%
% Hispanic
43%
46%
% Black
2%
7%
% White
6%
23%
% Two or more races
1%
5%
% Unknown races
44%
6%
Diversity Score
0.62
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
51%
28%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,100
$32,200
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Private State Tuition Fees
$13,620
$18,639
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
97%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,676
$9,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$8,826
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
72%
100%
Source: 2015 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Heald College-Salinas cost?
Heald College-Salinas's private state tuition is approximately $13,620.
What is the acceptance rate of Heald College-Salinas?
The acceptance rate of Heald College-Salinas is 72%, which is lower than the state average of 100%.
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