Contra Costa College
San Pablo,
CA
•2-Year Public•
Contra Costa College Admissions
It is not competitive to get into Contra Costa College.
If you are thinking about applying to Contra Costa College, there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.
Contra Costa College Admissions Stats at a Glance
The following is an overiew of some of Contra Costa College's admissions stats.
| Contra Costa College 2023 | Admissions Statistics |
|---|---|
| Admissions Test Policy | Not optional |
| Waitlist | No |
Contra Costa College Application Deadlines
These are the application deadlines for Contra Costa College.
| Application Type | Offered | Application Deadline | Notification Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early Decision I | No | – | – |
| Early Decision II | – | – | – |
| Early Action | No | – | – |
Considering Applying Early to Contra Costa College?
Contra Costa College does not offer early decision or early action.
➡️ See a list of some selective colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.
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How To Get Into Contra Costa College
It is not competitive to get into Contra Costa College. Contra Costa College has open admissions, which means admission is not competitive and any applicants that met the basic requirements can enroll.
In 2022, Contra Costa College **accepted .
Schools that are not competitive to get into, like Contra Costa College, accept virtually all applicants regardless of high school rank or test scores.
Transferring to Contra Costa College
It is not competitive to be admitted as a transfer student.
For Students Waitlisted to Contra Costa College
Contra Costa College has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.
What's Most Important for Getting Into Contra Costa College?
Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you're strong. What does Contra Costa College consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.
Make sure to check with Contra Costa College for more information on admission factors.
Contra Costa College Application Requirements
To apply to Contra Costa College, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with Contra Costa College's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.
| Area | Required | Recommended | Required for Some | Details (If Any) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transcript of High School Record | – | √ | – | – |
| Other Requirements | √ | – | – | Placement Test |
GPA and Testing
What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Contra Costa College?
Contra Costa College has not provided an information about GPAs of accepted students. Any questions regarding applicant expectations should be addressed directly with the school.
About GPAs
Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.
An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.
Standardized Test Scores
Contra Costa College is not test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.
More Information on Transferring to Contra Costa College
For transfer students, it is not competitive to get admitted to Contra Costa College. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.
Contra Costa College Admissions FAQs
Can I defer my acceptance to Contra Costa College?
❌ Students who are admitted to Contra Costa College must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.
Does Contra Costa College accept transfer credits?
✅ Contra Costa College accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Contra Costa College accepts:
• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES
Does Contra Costa College accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?
✅ Contra Costa College accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.
Do I have to submit test scores to Contra Costa College?
✅ Contra Costa College is not test optional.
What is the early decision acceptance rate at Contra Costa College?
❌ Contra Costa College does not offer early decision.
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Contra Costa College Admissions Requirements
Admission Difficulty
Open Admission
Unknown
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Contra Costa College Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Continuous processing
Transfer Applications are Due
Continuous processing
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Contra Costa College is Continuous processing.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Contra Costa College is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Contra Costa College SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
Not available
Math SAT Range
Not available
Reading SAT Range
Not available
Contra Costa College GPA
Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)
Not available
Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
8,316
Campus Setting
Small Town
Acceptance Rate
N.A.
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Continuous processing
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