Pasadena City College California

Large public community college in Pasadena serving nearly 24,000 students with low in-state tuition.

College statistics

Address:
1570 E Colorado Blvd.
Pasadena, CA
91106
Sector Group:
Public 2-Year
Official Website:
pasadena.edu/
Setting:
City
Research Activity Tier:
No research designation
Economic Mobility Index:
Higher Access, Medium Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Pasadena City College is a public two-year community college located in Pasadena, California, serving the greater Los Angeles area. With an enrollment of 23,592 students, PCC offers liberal arts and sciences programs designed for students pursuing transfer pathways to four-year institutions as well as those seeking workforce preparation and skill development.

Annual in-state tuition is $1,104, with out-of-state tuition at $10,848, making PCC one of the most affordable options for California residents. The college's cost structure reflects its mission as an open-access institution designed to remove financial barriers to higher education in an expensive region.

As a community college, PCC functions primarily as a transfer pathway to universities; many students complete general education and lower-division coursework here before moving to four-year programs. The college serves working adults, recent high school graduates, and career-changers seeking flexible scheduling and affordability. For more information about programs, enrollment, and student support services, visit pasadena.edu/.