Palomar College

1140 W. Mission Road, San Marcos, CA 92069

  • Public
  • 2-year college
  • 15 trade programs

About Palomar College

Palomar College is a public 2-year college in San Marcos, California, with about 27,097 students a year. It offers 15 trade programs we track, including EMT & paramedic, fire science & firefighting, CAD & drafting, and welding.

Costs and outcomes

Average net price
$5,763
per year, after grants and scholarships
Completion rate
38%
of full-time students finish
Median earnings
$42,300
10 years after starting
Students with Pell Grants
18%
a sign of how many get federal aid

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Figures cover the whole school, not one program. Ask the school for the full cost of the program you want.

Trade programs

Construction trades

Automotive & transportation

Welding & manufacturing

Public safety

Healthcare

IT & electronics

Graduate counts are certificates and degrees the school reported to the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS, 2023–24). Confirm current programs, schedules and costs with the school.

Location

Palomar College
1140 W. Mission Road
San Marcos, CA 92069

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