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Sacramento City College
Sacramento, California · Public community college
Address: 3835 Freeport Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95822 · Phone: (916) 558-2111 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Sacramento City College is a public trade and career school in Sacramento, California offering aviation maintenance, LPN/LVN, and cosmetology programs, accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges.
Sacramento City College has a 33.5% completion rate, below the state average of 64.2%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is $10,500 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $42,214.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Sacramento City College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and about 26.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aircraft mechanics and service technicians | $53,860 | $86,100 | $99,650 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $64,390 | $79,750 | $93,720 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $35,360 | $38,660 | $49,030 |
| Medical assistants | $39,290 | $49,660 | $61,870 |
| Dental hygienists | $102,090 | $124,930 | $132,120 |
| Dental assistants | $38,790 | $50,110 | $60,670 |
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 | 19 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 19 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 17 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 16 | $52,307 | $55,964 | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 14 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Associate degree | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 5 | $52,307 | $55,964 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | $15,552 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 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
Sacramento City College is a public, Title IV-eligible community college campus located in Sacramento, California. The school holds regional accreditation through the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, along with program-specific accreditation from bodies such as the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation. Its most enrolled trade and career program families include Aviation maintenance (A&P) schools, LPN/LVN programs, and Cosmetology schools, among 15 total program families offered on campus.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 33.5%, which is below the state average of 64.2%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $10,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry were reported at $42,214. About 26.0% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
Because this is a large community college campus with a wide mix of short career-training programs and longer associate-degree pathways, it can suit both recent high school graduates and adult career-changers, though specific program lengths and schedules are not detailed in this data and should be confirmed directly with the school. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and outcomes using the College Scorecard link and by contacting the campus directly, since program-level details can change from year to year.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Sacramento City College offers 15 program families, with the most enrolled being Aviation maintenance (A&P) schools, LPN/LVN programs, and Cosmetology schools.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited, primarily by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, along with several program-specific accreditors including bodies for nursing, dental, occupational therapy, and physical therapy programs.
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-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 33.5%, which is below the California state average of 64.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $10,500, according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $42,214.
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?
Sacramento City College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for state and federal aid programs.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in this data; contact the school at (916) 558-2111 or visit its website for program duration details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can review official outcome data through the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?122180 and confirm accreditation status directly with the school.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a mix of short career-training and longer associate-degree programs in fields like aviation maintenance, nursing, and cosmetology, which may suit adult learners, though specific scheduling details are not reported in this data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Sacramento City College at (916) 558-2111 or visit https://www.scc.losrios.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This data does not include comparisons with other nearby schools; check the College Scorecard link for other institutions in the area.
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.