Saddleback College
Mission Viejo, California · Public · 17,684 undergraduates
Of 3 programs with reported earnings, 0 leave graduates out-earning a typical California high-school graduate (about $36,976/yr) and 3 fall short. Another 133 programs did not have enough data to judge.
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $2,596 |
| $30k to $48k | $2,657 |
| $48k to $75k | $6,349 |
| $75k to $110k | $9,463 |
| $110k and up | $10,603 |
| All families (average) | $4,152 |
Net price is the yearly cost after grants and scholarships, by family income (College Scorecard). Credit: TuitionTracker.
Program earnings vs a high-school graduate
| Program | Credential | Median earnings | vs HS grad | Verdict | Median debt | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $19,673 | -$17,303 | falls short | $7,125 | n/a |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Associate's Degree | $16,740 | -$20,236 | falls short | n/a | n/a |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $11,257 | -$25,719 | falls short | n/a | n/a |
Access and outcomes: 15% of students receive Pell grants · 48% complete their program.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (release 2026-06-10). Earnings are median earnings of graduates measured up to four years after completing, compared to the state high-school-graduate earnings threshold. Figures describe past graduates and are never a promise. Method: methodology. Something look wrong? Report it.