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Contra Costa College
San Pablo, California · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 2600 Mission Bell Dr, San Pablo, CA 94806 · Phone: (510) 235-7800 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Contra Costa College is a public trade and career school in San Pablo, California, offering auto mechanic, medical assistant, and culinary programs, accredited by the ACCJC.
Contra Costa College's completion rate is 28.3%, below the state average of 64.2%, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $40,850, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported for Contra Costa College in federal data, but the school accepts federal financial aid, and about 24.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $38,180 | $64,980 | $77,060 |
| Medical assistants | $39,290 | $49,660 | $61,870 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $37,380 | $64,500 | $81,040 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $38,740 | $46,380 | $59,180 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in California (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 18 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Contra Costa College is a public community college located in San Pablo, California, accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges. Because it is a Title IV institution, students can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, to help pay for programs. The campus awards trade credentials across 10 program areas, with the largest concentrations in auto mechanic schools (38 completers), medical assistant programs (18 completers), and culinary and pastry schools (5 completers).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 28.3%, which is below the state average of 64.2%. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $40,850. About 24.4% of students receive Pell Grants, reflecting a student population with meaningful financial need. Median debt of graduates and annual cost of attendance are not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus may suit students seeking short, hands-on trade programs in fields like automotive repair, medical assisting, or culinary arts rather than a traditional four-year path, though specific program lengths are not detailed in the available data. Adult learners and career changers considering enrollment should independently verify program length, schedule format, and current costs directly with the school. Prospective students can confirm accreditation status through the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges and review the college's outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Contra Costa College offers programs across 10 trade areas, with the largest being auto mechanic schools (38 completers), medical assistant programs (18 completers), and culinary and pastry schools (5 completers).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Contra Costa College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC), and its status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this is a Title IV institution, meaning students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help pay for their education.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 28.3%, which is below the California state average of 64.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (510) 235-7800 or check the College Scorecard for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $40,850.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Contra Costa College is a public institution, which generally means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for state as well as federal aid programs.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the available data; contact the school at (510) 235-7800 or visit contracosta.edu to confirm specific program durations.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The presence of short, focused programs like auto mechanics, medical assisting, and culinary arts suggests options for career changers, but specific scheduling or adult-learner support details are not reported in this data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Contra Costa College at (510) 235-7800 or visit https://www.contracosta.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This data set does not include comparative information on nearby schools; check the College Scorecard at the provided link to compare outcomes across institutions.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.