Description

As a comprehensive community college, Los Angeles City College offers programs, coursework, support, and guidance to develop a community of learners, both near and far, with the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary for optimal growth and action in their personal and professional lives. As its primary mission, Los Angeles City College offers post-secondary lower division arts and sciences and vocational courses enabling students to complete Certificate and Associate Degree programs leading directly to direct entrance into the workforce. A curriculum designed in preparation for transfer to a four-year institution.

Set on an attractive 49 acres, Los Angeles City College was the original location for UCLA before it moved to Westwood, CA. The college facilities include more than a dozen multistory classroom buildings including a library, computer labs, fitness centers, theatre, and TV/film studios. Through a $147 million bond award, the college is further enhancing itself with a new and advanced technology learning facility, increased parking, and expanded athletic/fitness and child development centers. (Note: LACC does not provide campus housing. However, inexpensive rentals are available in the surrounding community.) Our student body is one of the most diverse in the country. Students range in age from late teens to seniors and come from every ethnic group, culture and country in the world.

Quick Facts

Location

Southwest

Setting

Large City Setting

Type

Public

Size

Very Large (+10,000 Undergrad)

On-Campus Housing Available

No

In-State Tuition

$722

Out-of-State Tuition

$6,034

Selectivity

Open Admissions

Enrollment

17,636

Students

Total Students
17,636

Full-Time vs. Part-time Students

Full-Time
31%
Part-Time
69%

Students Coming From In-State vs. Out-of-State

In-State
86%
Out-of-State
14%

Ethnic Diversity

African-American
12%
Asian
16%
Caucasian
20%
Latino
41%
Other
11%

Students State Origin

California
86%
Other
14%

International Students

International
2%
Domestic
98%