California College of Music

Pasadena, CA · Private for-profit · offers Certificate degrees

Midsize city

100%Acceptance rate
$25,065Average net price / year
70%Graduation rate
—Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
—Median debt at graduation
60Undergraduates

Cost

In-state tuition & fees
$21,985
Total cost of attendance
$29,374
Books & supplies
$400
Average net price
$25,065

Net price by family income

$0–30k
$25,065

Official net price calculator

Admissions

Acceptance rate
100.0%

Outcomes

Graduation rate
70%
First-year retention
29%
Median earnings (10 yrs)
—
Median debt (graduates)
—
Students with Pell grants
29%
Students with federal loans
29%

Students

Undergraduates
60
Part-time
100%
Women / men
53% / 47%
White
3%
Hispanic
90%
Black
3%
Asian
3%
International
0%

Faculty & school

Student–faculty ratio
1:1
Accreditor
National Association of Schools of Music
Website
ccmla.edu
Also known as
CCM

Most popular fields

  • Visual & Performing Arts – 100% of degrees

Frequently asked questions

What is the acceptance rate at California College of Music?

100.0% of applicants were admitted.

How much does California College of Music cost?

The average net price after grants is $25,065 per year; in-state tuition and fees are $21,985 and the full cost of attendance is $29,374.

What is the graduation rate?

70% of first-time, full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release.