Race & Ethnicity
Cuesta College has a diverse student body with 51% students of color and 4% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Cuesta College offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Cuesta College has a gender distribution of 51% female students and 49% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
49% of total enrollment
51% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Cuesta College serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 28% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 16% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Age Diversity Insights
28%
Traditional Age (18-21)
16%
Non-Traditional (25+)
0%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Cuesta College attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 4% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 175% in-state residents, -79% out-of-state students, and 4% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
175% of student body
4% of student body
States Represented
4 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
51%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
51%
Female Students
Global Reach
4%
International
Age Diversity
16%
Non-Traditional Age