Gavilan Academic Snapshot
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $1,508
- Out-of-State Tuition: $12,249
- Both in-state and out-of-state tuition are relatively affordable compared to national averages.
Student Population at Gavilan:
- Total Enrollment: 6,083, including 1,659 online students
- All Undergraduate
- Gender Distribution: 45.5% men, 54.5% women.
- This is a lower medium-sized institution, balancing resources and a sense of community.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 42%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 8%. Few students transfer out, suggesting most students remain through graduation.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 69%. Lower retention, which may reflect challenges in student engagement or support.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 89 academic programs available.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's.
Gavilan Overview
Gavilan College (Gavilan) is a 2-4 year, public school located in Gilroy, CA. It is classified as small Associate's college by Carnegie Classification
The Gavilan's tuition & fees is $1,508 for California residents and $12,249 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 52% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $4,210.
The school has a total enrollment of 6,083 and the students to faculty ratio is 27 to 1 (3.70%).
Gavilan College is accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Gavilan College is $1,508 for in-state students and $12,249 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $1,510 for California residents and $12,252 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $1,508 | $12,249 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $1,510 | $12,252 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Gavilan College offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for undergraduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at Gavilan
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | No |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | No |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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