Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 007707
- Phone: (909) 623-6116
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
FINANCIAL AID RATE
74%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
19:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$2,831Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Columbia College – Sonora
Also known as Columbia Junior College
309 E 2nd St, Pomona, CA
Columbia College offers an affordable education which helps to prepare students for their chosen career. It is located in Sonora, California. The school offers Associate in Science Degrees, Associate in Arts, Associate in Science (Occupational Education) Degrees, and Certificates of Achievement. Columbia College also offers many activities that keep students engaged and help them grow.
The college aims to help students prepare for success in life. Columbia College strives to help students become fully engaged in their profession as well as their community. The college seeks to ignite a spirit of professionalism and embrace diversity.
One unique program offered through the college is the High Sierra Institute. This institute provides students with the opportunity to learn about ecology. This institute was founded in 2000 in conjunction with Yosemite Community College District and USDA Forest Service. It is located at Baker Station, a historic California Department of Transportation maintenance station.
Spots are available for 36 students at the High Sierra Institute in the Bunk House and 15 camping spots. Classes are offered on birds of central California, mushrooms and other fungi, decision making in the workplace, natural history and inventory of Sierra Nevada Wildlife.
The school also offers outstanding technical programs in a variety of fields. Programs offered include the Fire Technology Program, Water Resources, Welding, and Geographic Information Services.
Columbia College also offers many courses through distance learning. These courses are engaging and have the same course objectives as traditional instruction. They can be challenging, but offer the flexibility that many students need due to work commitments.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give you an idea of the students Columbia Junior College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- AP Course Credits
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $6,900. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are:
- State Residents: $1,100-$1,300
- Out-of-State: $7,500-$8,957
- Part-time students are charged:
- In-State: $46-$55 per unit
- Out-of-State: $310-$370 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 74% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 74% | $5,973 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Columbia College – Sonora may offer services to students like those listed below:- Online course work available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Child care
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Columbia College – Sonora by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (A)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (A, C)
- Bookkeeping (A, C)
- Small Business Management (A, C)
- Taxation (C)
- Administrative Assistant
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (A)
Computer and Information Sciences
English Language and Literature
- English (A)
Health and Clinical Professions
History
- History (A)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (A)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
- Auto Mechanic (A, C)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Personal and Culinary Services
Physical Sciences
Psychology
- Psychology (A, C)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Human Services (A, C)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
- Fire Prevention (A, C)
Social Sciences
- Sociology (A)
- Political Science (A)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Music (A)
- Photography
Other Community Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Columbia College – Sonora.
- Modesto Junior College in Oxnard, CA (43 miles away)
- Merced College in Atherton, CA (48 miles away)
- Folsom Lake College in Dover, DE (59 miles away)
- Cosumnes River College in San Pablo, CA (64 miles away)
- Lake Tahoe Community College in Laguna Beach, CA (66 miles away)
Also, check out our college lists below, which can help students compare schools to one another:
- See all colleges in California
- Find out what other community colleges are located in California
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 007707
- Phone: (909) 623-6116
- School Homepage