Laney College
About Laney College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Laney College teaches in downtown Oakland and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. The social sciences, sciences and business are its largest programs, and it teaches trades from carpentry to machine technology alongside its transfer track.
Founded
1953
Location
Oakland, California
Students
6,842
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
31.2%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,258
Out-of-state: $9,898
Avg Net Price
$17,110
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$37,282
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
31.2% complete their degree within three years
Retention
54.2%
Transfer Out
12%
Teaching Quality
31:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
48%
$/Student
$6.3K
Class Size
Large
The 31.2% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$1,258
In-State
$9,898
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,492
Total Cost of Attendance
$25,335
After Financial Aid
$17,110
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$16,549
Receive Grants
16%
Take Loans
0.8%
Tuition is $1,258/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $17,110.
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 Laney College fund their education.
While in School
16%
Get Grants
Free money
0.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$10,623
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 Laney College.
Gender
52.6%
Female
47%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
6,842
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
61.2%
First-Gen
29 yrs
Avg Age
46.3%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 29, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 61.2% 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
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
6,842
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
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
Laney College fields 7 varsity teams with 157 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
7
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
157
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
73% / 27%
115
Men
42
Women
2
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Laney Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$37,282
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Social Sciences, General
$30K
139 grads
4yr Earnings
Biological and Physical Sciences
—
71 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$61K
56 grads
4yr Earnings
English Language and Literature/Letters, Other
—
40 grads
Mathematics
—
39 grads
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
—
34 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.