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Cuesta College
School profile / San Luis Obispo, CA
Cuesta College
Public · 2-year·11,283 students enrolled
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Graduation rate
48%
Reported student outcome
Overview
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Cuesta College is a rural public two-year institution located in San Luis Obispo, CA. It enrolls a mid-sized student body of approximately 11,283 students. As a public institution, it is supported by state funding and typically offers lower tuition rates for in-state residents.
At a glance
Data from IPEDS, U.S. Dept. of Education.
Academics
Student:faculty
27:1
Avg class size (est.)
~68 students
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Costs
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Financial aid
Receiving financial aid
43%
Avg grant aid
$3,700
Data from College Scorecard, U.S. Dept. of Education.
Student body
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Location
Distance from home
Cost of living
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