West Los Angeles College
About West Los Angeles College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
West Los Angeles College teaches in Culver City, beside the film studios, and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Business and psychology are its largest programs, and most of its students are working toward a transfer.
Founded
1969
Location
Culver City, California
Students
7,284
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
27.9%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,238
Out-of-state: $10,572
Avg Net Price
$9,634
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$38,537
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
27.9% complete their degree within three years
Retention
Not reported
Transfer Out
12.1%
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
25:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
29.8%
$/Student
$9.5K
Class Size
Large
The 27.9% 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
$1,238
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
$17,336
After Financial Aid
$9,634
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$9,327
Receive Grants
21%
Take Loans
2.1%
Tuition is $1,238/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $9,634.
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 West Los Angeles College fund their education.
While in School
21%
Get Grants
Free money
2.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$14,188
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$13,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$143/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $13,500, 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 West Los Angeles College.
Gender
60%
Female
40%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
7,284
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
54.1%
First-Gen
26 yrs
Avg Age
49.6%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 26, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 54.1% 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
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
7,284
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
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
West Los Angeles College fields 7 varsity teams with 231 student athletes, about 3% 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: Track and Field (Outdoor)
Student Athletes
231
3% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
64% / 36%
147
Men
84
Women
5
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 West Los Angeles Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$38,537
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$50K
475 grads
4yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
93 grads
Psychology, General
—
63 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
—
49 grads
Sociology
—
48 grads
Biological and Physical Sciences
—
35 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.