Laney College

900 Fallon Sreet
Oakland, CA 94607
Top Ranked (2024): View Rankings
  • Laney College, in the heart of vibrant, multicultural downtown Oakland, features the cosmopolitan atmosphere and human energy of a big-city university. Across the street from the Oakland Museum of California, blocks from historic Chinatown, and a pleasant stroll from both Lake Merritt and the Oakland Estuary, Laney gives its 12,000-plus students ready access to the city's formidable intellectual, cultural, and natural resources. With renowned programs in such fields as Journalism, Culinary Arts, Mathematics, Machine Technology, and Ethnic Studies, Laney has been a leader in academic and vocational education for decades. A talented faculty and dedicated staff, not to mention a new state-of-the-art technology center, ensure that Laney will remain at the forefront of Information Age community education for years to come.

School Highlights

Laney College serves 9,225 students (19% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the state community college average of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the state average of 74%.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 9,225 students
  • In-state tuition: $1,144
  • Out-state tuition: $6,256
  • Student:teacher ratio: 26:1
  • Minority enrollment: 86%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Laney College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

The teacher population of 354 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Laney College
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
354 staff
312 staff
This chart display total faculty of Laney College and community college average number of faculty in CA by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.

Student Body

The student population of Laney College has declined by 11% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 has decreased from 29:1 over five years.
The Laney College diversity score of 0.81 is more than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
9,225 students
7,900 students
This chart display the total enrollment of Laney College and community college average number of enrollment of CA by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
This chart display the student staff ratio of Laney College and community college average student staff ratio of CA by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
# Full-Time Students
1,717 students
1,661 students
This chart display the total number of Full-time students enrollment of Laney College and average number of community college Full-time students enrollment of CA by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
# Part-Time Students
7,508 students
6,239 students
This chart display the total number of Part-time students enrollment of Laney College and average number of community college Part-time students enrollment of CA by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
This chart display the Full-time students and Part-time students enrollment breakdown of Laney College.
This chart display community college average Full-Time students and Part-Time students enrollment breakdown of CA.
# Enrollment Undergraduate
596 students
302 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,717 students
1,646 students
This chart display the total number of Full-time undergraduate students enrollment of Laney College and average number of community college Full-time undergraduate  students enrollment of CA by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
54 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
6,288 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
140 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
This chart display the percentage of American Indian/Alaskan students in Laney College and the percentage of American Indian/Alaskan community college students in CA by year, with the latest 2017-18 school year data.
% Asian
27%
13%
This chart display the percentage of Asian students in Laney College and the percentage of Asian community college students in CA by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
% Hispanic
20%
45%
This chart display the percentage of Hispanic students in Laney College and the percentage of Hispanic community college students in CA by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
% Black
23%
5%
This chart display the percentage of Black students in Laney College and the percentage of Black community college students in CA by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
% White
14%
26%
This chart display the percentage of White students in Laney College and the percentage of White community college students in CA by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
% Hawaiian
1%
n/a
This chart display the percentage of Hawaiian students in Laney College and the percentage of Hawaiian community college students in CA by year, with the latest 2012-13 school year data.
% Two or more races
4%
4%
This chart display the percentage of Two or more races students in Laney College and the percentage of Two or more races community college students in CA by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
% Non Resident races
8%
3%
This chart display the percentage of Non Resident students in Laney College and the percentage of Non Resident community college students in CA by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
% Unknown races
2%
4%
This chart display the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Laney College.
This chart display the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in CA.
Diversity Score
0.81
0.71
This chart display the diversity score of Laney College and the community college average diversity score of CA by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
25%
35%
This chart display completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students of Laney College and community college average completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students of CA by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.92%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,700
$34,700
This chart display average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Laney College and community college average graduate earnings (10 Years) of CA by year, disaggregated by student subgroups with the latest 2012-13 school year data.

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $1,144 is less than the state average of $1,993. The in-state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,256 is less than the state average of $7,120. The out-state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,144
$1,993
This chart display tuition fees for an in-state student of Laney College and the public community college average tuition fees for an in-state student of CA by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,256
$7,120
This chart display tuition fees for an out-of-state student of Laney College and the public community college average tuition fees for an out-of-state student of CA by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
66%
86%
This chart display the percent of students who is receiving some financial aid in Laney College and the percent of community college students who is receiving some financial aid in CA by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,000
$10,376
This chart display median debt for students who have completed a certificate or degree in Laney College and average median debt for community college students who have completed a certificate or degree in CA by year, with the latest 2018-19 school year data.
Median Debt for Dropouts
$8,500
$6,239
This chart display median debt for students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Laney College and average median debt for community college students who have not completed a certificate or degree in CA by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Acceptance Rate
n/a
89%
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • Laney is the largest of the four colleges (13,000 students) in the Peralta Community College District, which serves the six cities of Northern Alameda County (Alameda, Albany, Berkeley, Emeryville, Oakland and Piedmont). Ours is a unique institution, and we are fiercely proud of its long history and ongoing commitment to service. A crucial part of that commitment is ensuring the quality of your education as well as your overall campus experience. Our success, after all, is inseparable from yours and student learning is our first priority. The Laney college campus, which opened in 1970, is a vibrant and safe environment in a central location in downtown Oakland on 60 acres of land. Laney is across the street from the Oakland Museum and the Henry J. Kaiser Convention Center. We are also one block from the Lake Merritt Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) station and two blocks from the Alameda County Courthouse and beautiful Lake Merritt. The campus is in walking distance to Oakland's Chinatown and is easily accessible to the famous Jack London Square Laney is well known for its outstanding student newspaper, the Laney Tower; its Transfer Opportunity Center; and its array of quality academic and occupational course offerings. In addition, Associate degrees are offered in more than twenty (20) Liberal Arts and Science fields. Laney transfers more students per year to UC Berkeley than any other college of its size in the United States. Many other Laney students transfer to California State University campuses, local and out-of-state independent institutions and historically black colleges and universities. The faculty and staff are our campus' greatest asset. Laney's wonderful diversity, set in the midst of a lively urban center, makes it particularly wealthy in human potential.Laney is a vibrant campus with a comprehensive educational offering, where students are challenged and inspired to actualize their highest potential.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Laney College cost?
Laney College's tuition is approximately $1,144 for In-State students and $6,256 for Out-State students.
What is Laney College's ranking?
Laney College ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Diversity in US community colleges.

Recent Articles

Healthcare Careers Hub
Healthcare Careers Hub
Discover the opportunities in the healthcare field. Your community college offers the courses and training you need to fill a job in this field that always seems to have openings.
The Pros and Cons of On-Campus Housing for Community College
The Pros and Cons of On-Campus Housing for Community College
Can you really have an authentic college experience while living off-campus? This article explores the pros and cons of campus housing for community college students.
Community Colleges: A to Z
February 21, 2024
Community Colleges: A to Z
Explore the diverse landscape of community colleges with our comprehensive guide, 'Community CollegeS: A to Z.' From academic programs to student support services, this article provides a look at everything community colleges have to offer.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 9,225 students
  • In-state tuition: $1,144
  • Out-state tuition: $6,256
  • Student:teacher ratio: 26:1
  • Minority enrollment: 86%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Related School Videos

Did You Know?

For Alameda County, CA public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $1,145 per year for in-state students and $6,480 for out-of-state students. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

Alameda County, CA community colleges have a diversity score of 0.66, which is lower than the national average of 0.70. The most diverse community college in Alameda County, CA is Berkeley City College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

Quick Links