School Highlights
Laurus College serves 1,116 students (94% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 35:1 is lower than the state community college average of 44:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 77%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 1,116 students
- Acceptance Rate: 75%
- Student-teacher ratio: 35:1
- Minority enrollment: 87%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Laurus College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Completion Rates
School Overview
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Laurus College
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
0
Institution Level
Four or more years
0
Institution Control
Private for-profit
0
Total Faculty
32 staff
72 staff
Number of Programs Offered
6
8
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Laurus College has grown by 24% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 35:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Laurus College diversity score of 0.67 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has declined by 17% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,116 students
6,838 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
35:1
44:1
# Full-Time Students
1,045 students
1,022 students
# Part-Time Students
71 students
5,816 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
788 students
381 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,045 students
967 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
96 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
71 students
5,798 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
21 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
140 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
52%
12%
% Hispanic
17%
46%
% Black
13%
7%
% White
13%
23%
% Hawaiian
2%
n/a
% Two or more races
1%
5%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
2%
6%
Diversity Score
0.67
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
79%
34.96%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
48%
43%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
80%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$32,937
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$15,834
$6,272
Acceptance Rate
75%
81%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Weird Al Yankovic - Famous musician and comedian. -
- Zac Efron - Actor known for High School Musical. -
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Laurus College?
The acceptance rate of Laurus College is 75%, which is lower than the state average of 81%.
Who are famous alumni from Laurus College?
Laurus College famous alumni include: Weird Al Yankovic - Famous musician and comedian. and Zac Efron - Actor known for High School Musical..
What is Laurus College's ranking?
Laurus College ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Highest completion rates.
In what neighborhood is Laurus College located?
Laurus College is located in the Japantown neighborhood of San Luis Obispo, CA.
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