Monterey Peninsula College

2 Year
Monterey, CA
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Overview

Total enrollment

7,173

Location Monterey, California
Website mpc.edu
Type Public 2 Year
Setting Midsize Suburban

Size Mid-size
Status Non-profit
Housing No
Level of Study Undergrad

Monterey Peninsula College is a public community college situated on 90 acres in Monterey, California, located two miles from downtown Monterey and the Pacific coastline. The campus features a mix of modern and mid-century buildings set against the Monterey pine forest, with views of Monterey Bay from its hillside location. Established in 1947, MPC serves the communities of the Monterey Peninsula and offers comprehensive transfer programs to four-year universities, along with career technical education and workforce training programs. The college is known for its marine science and technology programs, automotive technology, and nursing programs, leveraging its coastal location for hands-on marine studies. The campus includes state-approved on-campus student housing, making it one of the few California community colleges to offer residential facilities.

Admissions

Admission Requirements

Open Admission

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Annual Cost to Attend

California Resident Tuition

$1,188

Out of State Resident Tuition

$10,572

Breakdown

Tuition $1,188
Books and Supplies $1,065
Other Fees $84
Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living $35,118
Budget for Other Expenses $6,975
Total One Year Cost $44,430

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Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$38,900 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

Data Not Available

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at Monterey Peninsula College are Liberal Arts and Humanities, Health Professions, and Business. 32% of students major in Liberal Arts and Humanities, 19% in Health Professions, and 11% in Business.