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Santa Rosa Junior College
Santa Rosa, California · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 1501 Mendocino Avenue, Santa Rosa, CA 95401 · Phone: (707) 527-4011 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Santa Rosa Junior College is a public trade and career school in Santa Rosa, California, offering EMT and paramedic training, auto mechanic training, and CNA classes, accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Santa Rosa Junior College has a 36.9% completion rate versus a 64.2% state average, with median graduate debt of $9,500 and median earnings of $47,224 ten years after entry.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Santa Rosa Junior College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and 16.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency medical technicians | $38,740 | $46,380 | $59,180 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $38,180 | $64,980 | $77,060 |
| Nursing assistants | $40,110 | $47,630 | $54,800 |
| Machinists | $37,440 | $57,190 | $74,210 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $70,210 | $121,260 | $137,770 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $44,520 | $58,060 | $70,400 |
| Medical assistants | $39,290 | $49,660 | $61,870 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $37,380 | $64,500 | $81,040 |
| Dental hygienists | $102,090 | $124,930 | $132,120 |
| Dental assistants | $38,790 | $50,110 | $60,670 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $47,180 | $73,950 | $84,740 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $42,850 | $55,110 | $65,590 |
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 Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 387 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 106 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 90 | not reported | $42,682 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, under 300 hours | 82 | not reported | $42,682 | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 72 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 57 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 38 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 22 | $71,167 | $76,460 | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 22 | $64,830 | $75,832 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 2–4 years | 21 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 16 | not reported | $42,682 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 16 | $39,331 | $34,704 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 15 | not reported | $27,439 | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 10 | not reported | $42,682 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 9 | not reported | $27,439 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | not reported | $27,439 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | $42,682 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 2 | $71,167 | $76,460 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | $27,765 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | $42,682 | 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
Santa Rosa Junior College is a public trade and career training campus in Santa Rosa, California. It participates in federal Title IV financial aid, meaning students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for programs here. The college is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, with additional program-level accreditation from the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Across its 24 program families, the largest trade programs by completions are EMT and paramedic training, auto mechanic training, and CNA classes.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 36.9%, which is below the state average of 64.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $47,224. About 16.9% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With 998 trade completers among an undergraduate enrollment of 15,080 in a midsize city setting, this campus serves a large, mixed student body. Because specific program lengths aren't detailed in this data, it's not possible to say definitively whether these tracks suit quick career switches or longer study; prospective students should confirm program length and schedule directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and see the latest federal outcome figures, check the college's accreditors listed above and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Santa Rosa Junior College offers 24 program families, with the largest completions in EMT and paramedic training, auto mechanic training, and CNA classes.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, with additional programmatic accreditation from the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grant funding can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 36.9%, which is below the California state average of 64.2%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is $9,500 according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $47,224 per the College Scorecard.
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?
This is a public school, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and Title IV aid eligibility, as confirmed here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in this data; contact the school at (707) 527-4011 or visit its website to confirm schedules for specific programs.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the listed accreditors and review federal outcome data directly on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the provided link.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school to learn what certification or licensing exams apply to a given program, such as EMT or CNA credentialing.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Santa Rosa Junior College at (707) 527-4011 or through its website at https://www.santarosa.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This data does not include comparisons with other nearby schools; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings 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.