For the 2026 school year, there are 4 community colleges serving 22,452 students in Monterey County County, California.
The top-ranked community college in Monterey County, CA is Central Coast College.
The average community college acceptance rate in California is 78% (compared to national acceptance rates).
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), and the student:teacher ratio is 28:1.
Top-Ranked Monterey County Community Colleges (2026)
College
Location
Quick Facts
Central Coast College
Private for-profit
111 E Navajo Drive, Suite 100
Salinas, CA 93906
(831) 424-6767
Salinas, CA 93906
(831) 424-6767
Enrollment: 785 students Minority enrollment: 95%
Hartnell College
Public
411 Central Avenue
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 755-6700
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 755-6700
Enrollment: 11,487 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 In-state tuition: $1,420 Out-state tuition: $7,060 Minority enrollment: 89%
Monterey Peninsula College
Public
980 Fremont St
Monterey, CA 93940
(831) 646-4000
Monterey, CA 93940
(831) 646-4000
Enrollment: 10,180 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 In-state tuition: $1,170 Out-state tuition: $5,586 Minority enrollment: 70%
Community Colleges in Monterey County, CA (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Heald College-Salinas (Closed 2024)
Private, for profit
1450 N Main St
Salinas, CA 93906
(831) 443-1700
Salinas, CA 93906
(831) 443-1700
Enrollment: 682 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Private-state tuition: $13,620 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
How many community colleges are located in Monterey County, CA?
There are 4 community colleges serving 22,452 students in Monterey County, CA.
What is the community college acceptance rate in Monterey County, CA?
The average community college acceptance rate in California is 78% (compared to national acceptance rates).
How diverse are community colleges in Monterey County, CA?
Community colleges in Monterey County, CA have approximately 80% minority enrollment, with the majority being Hispanic.
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