College statistics
- Address:
- 900 Rancho San Diego Pky
El Cajon, CA
92019 - Sector Group:
- Public 2-Year
- Official Website:
- https://www.cuyamaca.edu/
- Setting:
- Suburb
- Annual In-State Tuition:
- $1,288
- Annual Out-of-State Tuition:
- $11,256
- Research Activity Tier:
- No research designation
- Economic Mobility Index:
- Higher Access, Lower Earnings
- Primary Undergraduate Major:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Cuyamaca College is a public two-year institution serving El Cajon and the surrounding San Diego suburb area. The college enrolls approximately 8,400 students in a range of general studies and liberal arts programs designed primarily as pathways to four-year institutions.
In-state tuition is $1,288 annually, with out-of-state tuition at $11,256. These figures represent the total cost of attendance for each group, making the college one of California's most affordable community college options for local residents.
The college functions as a traditional transfer institution; many students complete general education requirements and foundational coursework before moving to a university. It works best for students seeking an affordable entry point into higher education or those who need time to clarify academic direction before committing to a four-year program. For more information, visit the official website at cuyamaca.edu.