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General Information About Cuesta College Cuesta College makes lifelong learning happen. We enable students to achieve their academic, transfer, workforce preparation, career advancement, and personal goals. Building on our tradition of excellence, we serve our community by providing programs and services that produce students who can succeed in a diverse and rapidly changing society, participate effectively in their local communities, and live responsible and rewarding lives. As a learning college, we provide a supportive environment for students and employees, assess student and institutional outcomes, improve performance, forge strategic partnerships, and maximize opportunities for learning.
Institutional statistical data was gathered from the U.S. Department of Education - Institute of Education Sciences, National Center for Education Statistics.Institution Type - 2-year, Public
Special Learning Opportunities - Distance learning opportunities
- Study abroad
- Weekend/evening college
Student Services - Remedial services
- Academic/career counseling service
- Employment services for students
- Placement services for completers
- On-campus day care for students' children
Credit Accepted - Dual credit
- Credit for life experiences
- Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation - Not applicable
Federal Aid - Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates offered - Less than 1 year certificate
- 1-2 years certificate
- Associate's degree
- 2-4 years certificate
Campus Setting - Town: Fringe
Disability Services Student - 3% or Less
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Tuition & Fees 09-10 Tuition & Fees $860 Room & Board Charge $0 Books & Supplies Cost $1,500 -
Total Financial Aid Amounts Issued Pell Grants $3,441,482 Other Federal Grants $512,564 Scholarships & Fellowships $6,228,194 Discount Applied to Tuition/Fee $1,535,860 Average Grant Dollars Issued $933,845 Avg. Scholarship and Fellowships $3,114,097 -
Student Demographics Total Enrolled 17,086 Native American 264 Asian 775 African American 232 Hispanic 3,237 Enrolled FullTime Undergraduates 5,000 Enrolled FullTime Graduates
