College of the Desert
Academics Summary
College of the Desert offers 86 majors. Its student-to-faculty ratio is 24:1.
Academics Stats
Graduation Rate
Not available
Retention Rate
67%
Students-to-Faculty Ratio
24:1
AP Credit Policy
College of the Desert grants credit for scores of 3 or higher on the Advanced Placement Examinations of the College Entrance Examination Board (CEEB). Such credit may apply toward requirements for COD degrees and for transfer programs to both the California State University and University of California systems. The CSU and UC campuses determine what courses and credits are awarded on their campus. AP Foreign Language credit may prevent you from earning credits in a lower level foreign language course. Please see a counselor for additional information.
For more information, view the credit policy on the college"s website.
Offers credits
Yes
Offers placement into advanced courses
No
Study Options
Majors and Degrees
The college offers the following degrees: Certificate and Associate
- No majors found
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Special Academics Program
- Accelerated Study
- Cooperative Education
- Distance Learning
- Dual Enrollment of High School Students
- English as a Second Language
- Internships
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