- Los Angeles City College (LACC) is an institution grounded in academic excellence.?It is that excellence that allows us to attract some of the best and brightest faculty and students in the state.?Our faculty and staff are dedicated to providing you with an excellent educational experience in a student-centered learning environment. Our faculty and staff are eminently qualified in their disciplines, and will provide the necessary guidance for you to be successful. 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. 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.
School Highlights
Los Angeles City College serves 23,627 students (27% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 40:1 is higher than the state community college average of 32:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 77%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 23,627 students
- In-state tuition: $1,220
- Out-state tuition: $6,810
- Student:teacher ratio: 40:1
- Minority enrollment: 82%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Los Angeles City College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 584 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Los Angeles City College
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Nontraditional
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
584 staff
315 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Los Angeles City College has grown by 58% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 40:1 has increased from 25:1 over five years.
The Los Angeles City College diversity score of 0.66 is less than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
23,627 students
9,796 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
40:1
32:1
# Full-Time Students
6,477 students
1,259 students
# Part-Time Students
17,150 students
8,537 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
236 students
242 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
6,477 students
1,250 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
63 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
17,150 students
8,299 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
121 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
11%
13%
% Hispanic
53%
47%
% Black
9%
7%
% White
18%
23%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
3%
5%
% Non Resident races
2%
1%
% Unknown races
4%
3%
Diversity Score
0.66
0.70
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
24%
42%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
43%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,900
$34,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $1,220 is less than the state average of $1,516. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,810 is more than the state average of $6,779. The out-state tuition has declined by 20% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,220
$1,516
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,810
$6,779
Tuition Notes
$46 per unit
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
78%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,762
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,500
$6,239
Acceptance Rate
n/a
93%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- 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. Los Angeles Junior College was established on September 9, 1929, by the Los Angeles Board of Education. Dr. William H. Snyder served as the institution's first director. During its first year, we offered only first-semester courses. The "semi-professional courses" were for students who wanted to limit their college education to two years, and the "certificate courses" were for those looking to continue toward university work. There were more than 1,300 students taught by some 54 faculty. The first Associate in Arts degrees were conferred June 19, 1931. The mission of the LACCD colleges is to provide comprehensive lower-division Transfer Education, Occupational Education, General Education, Transitional Education, Counseling and Guidance, Student Services, Continuing Education, Community Services, and Joint Programs that are appropriate to the communities served and that meet the changing needs of students for academic and occupational preparation, citizenship, and cultural understanding. Los Angeles City College, a California public, tax-supported community college, is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, an institutional accrediting body recognized by the Commission on Recognition of Postsecondary Accreditation and the United States Department of Education.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Los Angeles City College cost?
Los Angeles City College's tuition is approximately $1,220 for In-State students and $6,810 for Out-State students.
What is Los Angeles City College's ranking?
Los Angeles City College ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Largest student body.
In what neighborhood is Los Angeles City College located?
Los Angeles City College is located in the East Hollywood neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 1 other community '.college.' located in East Hollywood.
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