Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 30.2%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $42,176
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 23:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 31.8%
Outcomes Overview
MPC graduates earn a median of $42,176 ten years after enrollment, reflecting the career-focused training programs that prepare students for Monterey's hospitality and service industries. With minimal borrowing required, only 1.16% of students take federal loans, creating virtually no debt burden for most graduates. The college's proximity to tourism centers like Carmel and Pebble Beach creates strong local job placement in hotel management and culinary arts. Students transferring to four-year universities benefit from California's guaranteed transfer agreements with UC and CSU systems. While earnings may appear modest compared to bachelor's degree holders, the combination of low costs and immediate workforce entry delivers a strong return on investment for career-focused students.