Orange Coast College California

Public two-year college in Costa Mesa serving 17,085 students with low tuition and strong transfer pathways.

College statistics

Address:
2701 Fairview Road
Costa Mesa, CA
92626
Sector Group:
Public 2-Year
Setting:
City
Research Activity Tier:
No research designation
Economic Mobility Index:
Lower Access, Medium Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Orange Coast College is a public two-year institution in Costa Mesa, California, serving the Orange County region. The college enrolls 17,085 students and offers liberal arts and sciences coursework designed to prepare students for transfer to four-year universities or entry into the workforce.

In-state tuition is $1,288 annually, with a total cost of attendance of $20,447 when including room and board. Out-of-state students pay $11,536 in tuition and face a total cost of attendance of $30,695. This low-cost structure makes the college accessible to working and part-time students across the region.

Orange Coast College functions as a transfer pathway for students seeking to complete general education requirements before moving to a bachelor's degree program. The college works best for students who want flexibility, affordability, and strong connections to local universities. For more information, visit orangecoastcollege.edu.