Long Beach City College
About Long Beach City College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Long Beach City College has taught since 1927 and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution with a promise program that pays tuition for local graduates. Business, psychology and biology are its largest programs.
Founded
1927
Location
Long Beach, California
Students
22,427
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
29.8%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,556
Out-of-state: $12,544
Avg Net Price
$6,202
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$38,870
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
29.8% complete their degree within three years
Retention
70.9%
Transfer Out
10%
Teaching Quality
28:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
32.7%
$/Student
$5.9K
Class Size
Large
The 29.8% graduation rate is below average, but 70.9% 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
$1,556
In-State
$12,544
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
$14,503
After Financial Aid
$6,202
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$5,505
Receive Grants
37.4%
Take Loans
2.2%
Tuition is $1,556/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $6,202.
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 Long Beach City College fund their education.
While in School
37.4%
Get Grants
Free money
2.2%
Take Loans
Must repay
$16,391
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 Long Beach City College.
Gender
54.9%
Female
45%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
22,427
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
56.4%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
36.7%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (55% women, 45% men). 56.4% 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
22,427
Students
community
Institution
Large
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Long Beach City College fields 11 varsity teams with 499 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
11
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
499
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
65% / 35%
325
Men
174
Women
9
Men's Teams
9
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Long Beach City Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$38,870
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
$58K
308 grads
4yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$38K
275 grads
4yr Earnings
Biology, General
$63K
205 grads
4yr Earnings
Communication and Media Studies
$37K
157 grads
4yr Earnings
Sociology
—
157 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
—
128 grads
Median earnings are $39K 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.