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Copper Mountain Community College
Joshua Tree, California · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 6162 Rotary Way, Joshua Tree, CA 92252 · Phone: (760) 366-3791 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Copper Mountain Community College is a public trade and career school in Joshua Tree, California offering LPN/LVN programs and auto mechanic training, accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Copper Mountain Community College has a 20.0% completion rate, below the California state average of 64.2%, and median earnings of $33,281 ten years after entry. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid can be used here, and 44.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $64,390 | $79,750 | $93,720 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $38,180 | $64,980 | $77,060 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Associate degree | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | 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
Copper Mountain Community College is a public community college located in Joshua Tree, California. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, and students may use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, at this campus. Its most-awarded trade programs are LPN / LVN programs (24 completions) and auto mechanic schools (2 completions), drawn from a total of 4 program families offered on this campus.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 20.0%, which is below the California state average of 64.2%. Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $33,281. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data, and annual cost of attendance is also not reported for this campus in federal data. About 44.4% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants, indicating a notable share of financially eligible students. Total undergraduate enrollment is 1,323, with 26 trade program completers reflected in the data.
This campus may suit students interested in short, licensure-track programs such as LPN/LVN training or hands-on auto mechanic coursework, though program length details are not reported here. Given the rural, distant locale, students should confirm class schedules and program formats directly with the school. Anyone considering enrollment should verify current accreditation status directly with the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before applying.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Copper Mountain Community College offers LPN / LVN programs (24 completions) and auto mechanic schools (2 completions), among 4 total program families. These are the most-awarded trade credentials reported for this campus.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 20.0%, which is below the California state average of 64.2%, according to federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (760) 366-3791 or check the College Scorecard link for more detail.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $33,281 for this campus, per federal data.
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?
Copper Mountain Community College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition rates for state residents and eligibility for state funding, though specific costs are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly to confirm program schedules and duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation with the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges and review official outcome data at the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?395362.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers shorter licensure-focused programs like LPN/LVN training and auto mechanic coursework, which may appeal to career changers, though specific program length and format details are not reported in this data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (760) 366-3791 or visit their website at https://www.cmccd.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This comparison is not reported in the available federal data; prospective students should check the College Scorecard or contact the school directly for local comparisons.
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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.