Los Angeles Mission College
About Los Angeles Mission College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Los Angeles Mission College teaches in Sylmar, at the northern end of the San Fernando Valley, and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. The sciences and human development are among its largest programs.
Founded
1975
Location
Sylmar, California
Students
7,999
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
20%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,238
Out-of-state: $10,572
Avg Net Price
$13,380
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$39,834
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
20% complete their degree within three years
Retention
70%
Transfer Out
7.6%
Teaching Quality
33:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
27.4%
$/Student
$9.4K
Class Size
Large
The 20% graduation rate is below average, but 70% 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
$21,717
After Financial Aid
$13,380
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$12,586
Receive Grants
20.7%
Take Loans
0.9%
Tuition is $1,238/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $13,380.
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 Mission College fund their education.
While in School
20.7%
Get Grants
Free money
0.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$18,073
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$12,678
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$134/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $12,678, 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 Mission College.
Gender
58%
Female
42%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
7,999
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
69.9%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
35.9%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 58% of the student body. 69.9% 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
7,999
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Los Angeles Mission College fields 7 varsity teams with 158 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: Baseball
Student Athletes
158
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
58% / 42%
92
Men
66
Women
3
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 Los Angeles Mission Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$39,834
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$45K
384 grads
4yr Earnings
Biological and Physical Sciences
—
119 grads
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
—
91 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
79 grads
Psychology, General
—
75 grads
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
—
68 grads
Median earnings are $40K 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.