Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
47.37%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
California College of Music Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 47.37%. This means approximately 474 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 7 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
47.37%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | National Association of Schools of Music | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $18,830 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $18,830 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $25,816 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $18,922 | State avg: $19,695. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 7.14% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 14.29% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does California College of Music Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$18,830
Books and supplies
$400
Fees and remainder
$6,586
Sticker price
$25,816
Average net price
$18,922
Average aid coverage
27%
$6,894 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at California College of Music pays approximately $18,922 per year after grants and aid. This is below the California average of $19,695 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is California College of Music?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to California and national averages.
California College of Music net price
$18,922
California average
$19,695
National average
$17,506
California College of Music Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $18,830 and average net price at $18,922. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$18,830
Current net price
$18,922
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
Not available
Completion data is not reported for California College of Music in the federal College Scorecard dataset.
10-Year Earnings
Not available
10-year earnings are not reported for this school in the federal dataset.
Undergraduates
7
10-Year Median Earnings - California College of Music vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Who Attends California College of Music?
Undergraduates
7
Completion rate
Not available
National comparison unavailable; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
7.14%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
14.29%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 7.14% of California College of Music students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 14.29% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at California College of Music
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use California College of Music's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
California College of Music lists National Association of Schools of Music as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Campus and Location
California College of Music is listed at 42 South Catalina Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91106-2403. Accreditor: National Association of Schools of Music.
Compare Schools
Compare California College of Music with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California College of Music | 47.37% | $18,830 | $18,922 | Not available |
| Samuel Merritt University | Not available | Not available | Not available | $143,238 |
| Harvey Mudd College | 13.06% | $66,255 | $32,492 | $138,687 |
| California Institute of Technology | 3.14% | $63,255 | $18,902 | $128,566 |
| Stanford University | 3.91% | $62,484 | $12,136 | $124,080 |
Similar Schools in Pasadena
This local cluster focuses on nearby Pasadena schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Pasadena.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is California College of Music's acceptance rate?
California College of Music's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 47.37%.
How much is California College of Music tuition?
California College of Music's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $18,830.
What is California College of Music's average net price?
California College of Music's average net price in the local dataset is $18,922.
What does California College of Music cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $18,922 for California College of Music students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
Is California College of Music accredited?
California College of Music's accreditor in the local dataset is National Association of Schools of Music.
How many students attend California College of Music?
The local dataset lists 7 undergraduate students at California College of Music.
What percentage of California College of Music students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for California College of Music in the local dataset is 7.14%.
What is the federal loan rate at California College of Music?
The federal loan rate for California College of Music in the local dataset is 14.29%.
Where should I verify California College of Music data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with California College of Music or the latest official federal education data.