Los Angeles City College
About Los Angeles City College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Los Angeles City College has taught in East Hollywood since 1929, on the campus that was the first home of UCLA, and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. The sciences, psychology and allied health are its largest programs.
Founded
1929
Location
Los Angeles, California
Students
11,198
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
29.2%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,238
Out-of-state: $10,572
Avg Net Price
$10,261
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$36,190
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
29.2% complete their degree within three years
Retention
66.8%
Transfer Out
12%
Teaching Quality
30:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
35.2%
$/Student
$9.9K
Class Size
Large
The 29.2% graduation rate is below average, but 66.8% 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
$18,924
After Financial Aid
$10,261
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$9,814
Receive Grants
26.2%
Take Loans
4.4%
Tuition is $1,238/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $10,261.
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 Los Angeles City College fund their education.
While in School
26.2%
Get Grants
Free money
4.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$12,348
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$12,750
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$135/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $12,750, 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 Los Angeles City College.
Gender
56.4%
Female
44%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
11,198
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
59%
First-Gen
28 yrs
Avg Age
45.5%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 28, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 59% 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
11,198
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
Los Angeles City College fields 3 varsity teams with 81 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
3
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
81
1% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
62% / 38%
50
Men
31
Women
2
Men's Teams
2
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Los Angeles City Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$36,190
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$44K
506 grads
4yr Earnings
Biological and Physical Sciences
$56K
237 grads
4yr Earnings
Psychology, General
—
140 grads
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
—
104 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
104 grads
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
—
56 grads
Median earnings are $36K 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.