Lake Tahoe Community College
About Lake Tahoe Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Lake Tahoe Community College teaches at the edge of the lake, in the Sierra Nevada, and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution with dormitories. The social sciences and sociology are among its largest programs, and it teaches skiing and wilderness work.
Founded
1975
Location
South Lake Tahoe, California
Students
3,660
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
45%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,131
Out-of-state: $11,103
Avg Net Price
$8,516
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$36,657
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
45% complete their degree within three years
Retention
44.5%
Transfer Out
6%
Teaching Quality
22:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
17.2%
$/Student
$6.9K
Class Size
Large
45% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$1,131
In-State
$11,103
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$13,425
Books & Supplies
$4,095
Total Cost of Attendance
$17,666
After Financial Aid
$8,516
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$8,025
Receive Grants
13.4%
Take Loans
2%
The total cost of attendance runs about $17,666/yr, including $13,425 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $8,516.
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 Lake Tahoe Community College fund their education.
While in School
13.4%
Get Grants
Free money
2%
Take Loans
Must repay
$13,517
Median Family Income
After Graduation
N/A
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
N/A
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Lake Tahoe Community College.
Gender
37.6%
Female
62%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,660
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
46.8%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
60.8%
Age 25+
Men make up the majority at 62% of the student body. 46.8% 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
Rural: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
3,660
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Quarter calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Lake Tahoe Community College fields 3 varsity teams with 64 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
CCCAA
California Community College Athletic Association
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
3
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
64
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
59% / 41%
38
Men
26
Women
3
Men's Teams
3
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Lake Tahoe Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$36,657
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Social Sciences, General
—
51 grads
Sociology
—
33 grads
Biological and Physical Sciences
$44K
19 grads
4yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$42K
14 grads
4yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
—
12 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
12 grads
Median earnings are $37K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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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.