East Los Angeles College
About East Los Angeles College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
East Los Angeles College has taught in Monterey Park since 1945 and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution serving one of the most Latino parts of the county. Social sciences, business and criminal justice are its largest programs.
Founded
1945
Location
Monterey Park, California
Students
27,753
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
36.8%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,238
Out-of-state: $10,572
Avg Net Price
$10,852
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$42,006
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
36.8% complete their degree within three years
Retention
64.6%
Transfer Out
7%
Teaching Quality
30:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
34.6%
$/Student
$7.6K
Class Size
Large
The 36.8% graduation rate is below average, but 64.6% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$1,238
In-State
$10,572
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,062
Total Cost of Attendance
$19,193
After Financial Aid
$10,852
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$10,536
Receive Grants
23.9%
Take Loans
0.6%
Tuition is $1,238/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $10,852.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at East Los Angeles College fund their education.
While in School
23.9%
Get Grants
Free money
0.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$17,784
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$10,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$111/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $10,500, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends East Los Angeles College.
Gender
46.1%
Female
54%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
27,753
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
68.5%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
50%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (46% women, 54% men). 68.5% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
27,753
Students
community
Institution
Large
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
East Los Angeles College fields 12 varsity teams with 405 student athletes, about 1% of the student body.
Division
CCCAA
California Community College Athletic Association
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
12
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
405
1% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
63% / 37%
255
Men
150
Women
7
Men's Teams
10
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of East Los Angeles Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$42,006
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Social Sciences, General
$23K
937 grads
1yr Earnings
Biological and Physical Sciences
$24K
366 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$45K
275 grads
4yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$40K
228 grads
4yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$30K
222 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$44K
196 grads
4yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $33K six years out, growing to $42K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.