College of the Siskiyous California

Rural California community college with in-state tuition under $1,400 and total cost of attendance under $11,000.

College statistics

Address:
800 College Ave
Weed, CA
96094
Sector Group:
Public 2-Year
Official Website:
www.siskiyous.edu/
Setting:
Rural
Research Activity Tier:
No research designation
Economic Mobility Index:
Higher Access, Medium Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Social Sciences

College of the Siskiyous is a public two-year institution in Weed, California, serving the rural northern region of the state. The college enrolls approximately 1,430 students and offers transfer and career pathways in fields including social sciences.

In-state tuition runs $1,380 annually, with a total cost of attendance of $10,836 when room and board are included. Out-of-state students pay $9,330 in tuition and face a total cost of $18,786. The college's low tuition makes it an accessible entry point for students in the region and those relocating to California.

As a community college, Siskiyous functions primarily as a transfer pathway to four-year institutions, allowing students to complete general education and introductory coursework before moving on to a university. This model works best for students seeking an affordable start to higher education, those uncertain about their major, and place-bound learners in the surrounding area. For more information about programs and admission, visit www.siskiyous.edu/.