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Cerritos College

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Public University
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Students
International

Cerritos College: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Cerritos College is a public community college in Norwalk, California. It suits international students who want a small listed programme set with foundation, diploma, bachelor’s, and master’s level options in the United States.

  2. What you can study

    The college lists 10 programmes across four levels: Master’s Degree, Bachelor’s Degree, Foundation, and Diploma. Examples include Master of Medical Science, ACCA Qualification, ACCA Foundation in Accountancy, Foundation in Arts, Foundation in Business, Foundation in Science (FIS), Diploma in Business Management, Diploma in Culinary Arts, Diploma in Early Childhood Education, and Diploma in Environmental Technology.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the college’s official admissions process and check the current entry requirements, document list, and deadlines on the website. The college does not publish further admissions detail in the available information, so confirm any country-specific requirements, transfer rules, and visa documents with the admissions office.

  4. What it costs

    Tuition is not published in the available information, so confirm the current international student fee with the admissions office. Living costs in Norwalk will depend on housing, transport, food, and personal spending, so budget for those separately.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not published, so confirm it before applying. Also check whether the programme you want is open to international students, what documents are required, how tuition is charged, and what support is available for visa and arrival planning.

  6. How it compares

    In the United States, where there are 2,515 universities, Cerritos College stands out more for its community-college role and compact programme list than for broad subject coverage. It is a practical option if you want a limited set of degree levels and do not need a large university catalogue.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Cerritos College

What type of institution is Cerritos College?

It is a public community college in Norwalk, California, United States.

How many programmes does Cerritos College list?

It lists 10 programmes.

What degree levels are available?

Master’s Degree, Bachelor’s Degree, Foundation, and Diploma.

Where can I confirm tuition and admissions details?

Check the official website and contact the admissions office for current tuition, entry requirements, deadlines, and visa-related instructions.

Overview

Cerritos College is a public community college in Norwalk, California, United States. It was established in 1955 after a collective regional effort through a landmark vote by residents across seven distinct school districts in the Gateway Cities of Southeast Los Angeles.

Programs at Cerritos College

15 programs across 1 study levels.

Other

Professional Accounting & Finance

Accounting

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🎓 Full Time
Social Sciences & Psychology

Anthropology

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🎓 Full Time
Arts, Design & Architecture

Architecture

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🎓 Full Time
Arts, Design & Architecture

Art and Design

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🎓 Full Time
Life Sciences

Biology

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🎓 Full Time
Science

Chemistry

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🎓 Full Time
Professional Accounting & Finance

Finance

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🎓 Full Time

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for United States.

Scholarships at Cerritos College

Partial

QIU Undergraduate Scholarship

Quest International University

50% scholarship applicable to tuition fees for all degree programmes, except MBBS and Pharmacy.

Open Rolling
Partial

QIU MBBS & Pharmacy Scholarship

Quest International University

Scholarship amount varies based on CGPA for MBBS and Pharmacy programs.

Open Rolling

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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