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As a comprehensive community college, Los Angeles Southwest College provides high quality, accessible and affordable educational opportunities and services that promote the discovery and application of knowledge, including university transfer, technical, and lifelong learning programs. We promote individual development, enrich lives, and improve the overall quality of life for our diverse and multi-cultural student population. Los Angeles Southwest College is committed to proving an environment for quality learning to enrich the lives of our diverse population.
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| County |
Los Angeles County, CA |
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| Title IV Eligible |
Yes |
Yes |
| Carnegie Classification |
Associate of Arts Colleges |
Associate of Arts Colleges |
| Institution Level |
At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs |
At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs |
| Institution Control |
Public |
Public |
| Full-Time Undergraduate |
1,648 students |
999 students |
| Part-Time Undergraduate |
4,319 students |
1,410 students |
| Total Enrollment |
5,967 students |
2,175 students |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid |
88% |
78% |
| % Students Receiving Federal Grants |
52% |
47% |
| Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received |
$3,014 |
$2,810 |
| % Students Receiving State/Local Grants |
88% |
28% |
| Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received |
$731 |
$1,211 |
| % Students Receiving Loans |
1% |
37% |
| Avg. Amount Of Loan Received |
$500 |
$3,048 |
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- On September 11, 1967, Los Angeles Southwest College officially opened its doors with 600 students and 22 full-time faculty members. Since then, Los Angeles Southwest College has established itself as an educational and cultural hub of the southern part of Los Angeles and surrounding communities.
- In addition to classroom instruction, students are exposed to a myriad of learning experiences to broaden their horizons, to expand their options and alternatives, to develop an appreciation for the academic work ethic, and to understand intellectual pursuits. Our graduates are among the most successful — ranging from medical professionals and professional athletes to recording artists and educators.
- To accomplish the educational philosophy and mission of the Los Angeles Community Colleges, Los Angeles Southwest College offers the following types of educational programs Transfer, Occupational, General Education, Transitional Education, Continuing Education, Community Services and Joint Programs.
- Profile last updated:02/23/2008.
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