Overview
Cerritos College was founded in 1955 as a public two-year community college serving the cities of Southeast Los Angeles County, including Norwalk where its campus is located. Established to provide accessible higher education to the region's growing population, the college has developed a reputation for strong transfer programs to California State University and University of California campuses, as well as robust career-technical education in fields like automotive technology, nursing, and aeronautics. It is part of the California Community Colleges system and serves a large, diverse student body drawn primarily from the surrounding communities.
At a Glance
| Type | Community College |
| Location | Norwalk, California |
| Founded | 1955 |
| Total students | 18,000 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 27:1 |
| Acceptance rate | Open Admission |
| Graduation rate | 35% |
| Average starting salary | N/A |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $1,380 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $8,700 |
| Room & board | N/A |
| Average financial aid | $5,500 |
| Students receiving aid | 65% |
Admissions
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | N/A |
| Average GPA | N/A |
| Regular deadline | Rolling |
Top Programs
- Automotive Technology
- Nursing
- Aeronautics
- Administration of Justice
- Business
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.