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Is Sacramento City College Worth It?

Sacramento, CA · Large city · 17,657 students · Data: College Scorecard, June 2026 release

Sacramento City College is a Associate's College located in large city in Sacramento, CA. It enrolls approximately 17,657 students. 33% of students finish within 6 years (150% of normal time) — low, which is a red flag worth researching before enrolling. With $42,214 median earnings and $10,500 median debt, median debt equals about 3 months of gross pay (estimate) — a solid ROI. Only 31% of borrowers are making progress on their loans 3 years after leaving school — a warning sign about post-graduation outcomes.

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Source: FIRE 2027 College Free Speech Rankings (student survey fielded 2026 by College Pulse)

Avg Net Price / Year
$6,614
Median Debt at Graduation
$10,500
Median Earnings (10yr)
$42,214
4-yr Grad Rate
33%
Tuition (In-State)
$1,288
Tuition (Out-of-State)
$12,616
3-yr Loan Repayment
31%
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