General Studies at Palomar College in San Marcos, CA

Liberal Arts & Humanities CERTIFICATE CIP 24.0102

Total Graduates

438

Class of 2025

Male Graduates

47%

208 of 438

Female Graduates

53%

230 of 438

Annual Tuition & Fees

$1,354

In-state, incl. fees

How to read these numbers

Total Graduates counts the students who completed the General Studies. credential during the 2025 academic year, not those currently enrolled or applied. A cohort of this size usually signals a well-established, in-demand offering with a steady annual pipeline of graduates. The gender split is based on completers in this single award year and can shift meaningfully year to year — especially in smaller cohorts — so read the percentages as a recent snapshot rather than a fixed property of the program. The $1,354 figure is the published annual tuition and required fees — what the school officially charges before financial aid. Most students pay less once federal Pell grants, state aid, and institutional scholarships are applied, so treat this as a starting point rather than an expected out-of-pocket cost. Because every accredited college reports the same fields to IPEDS each year, you can compare Palomar College's figures against similar programs at other schools on a like-for-like basis.

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name General Studies.

Degree Level CERTIFICATE

CIP Code 24.0102

Program Family Liberal Arts & Humanities

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 438 graduates

Award Year 2025

Gender Distribution 47% male, 53% female

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

🎯

Postsecondary Teachers, All Other

Average Starting Salary

$78,490

10-Year Job Growth

+1.8%

Career Readiness Score

0/100

100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title	Starting Salary	Growth Rate	Skill Match	Mapping
Postsecondary Teachers, All Other SOC: 25-1199	$62,792	+1.8%	0%	primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$58,868

Peak Salary

$98,113

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

✓ Skills Covered in Program (0)

No specific skills data available

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

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Institution

School Name Palomar College

Location San Marcos, CA

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $1,354

Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $10,650

Average Net Price $8,372

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Program Information

CIP Code: 24.0102

CIP Family: 24

IPEDS ID: