Colleges · Arcata
Colleges in Arcata, CA
Arcata is home to California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt, with about 5,596 students on campus. 1 more college is within 15 miles.
U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard & IPEDSCollege
1degree-granting, in Arcata
Students on campus
5,596fall enrollment, not counting online-only
Largest
California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt5,596 on campus
Most selective
California State Polytechnic University-Humboldtadmits 98% of applicants
Lowest net price
California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt$13,171 a year after aid
Every college
The college in Arcata
University or collegeCommunity collegeBigger dot = more students on campus
Net price is the average a year after grants for families on federal aid; earnings are the median 10 years after starting. Sources: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard and IPEDS (Scorecard 06/10/2026 · IPEDS 2024 · fall 2023).
Within reach
Other colleges near Arcata
1 more college is within 30 miles of Arcata.
Straight-line distance from the center of Arcata. Degree-granting colleges with students on campus.