- At Angeles County College of Nursing and Allied Health, the potential for career advancement and growth for professional nurses is greater than ever before. The range and variety of specialty areas are broad. The compensation and benefits, as well as the diverse opportunities for continuing education and professional growth make nursing a most attractive career. Through a community based educational program with access to outstanding clinical facilities, we are helping today's student to prepare for complex challenges facing tomorrow's nurse.
School Highlights
Los Angeles County College of Nursing and Allied Health serves 180 students
The college's student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the state community college average of 20:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 95%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Student:teacher ratio: 4:1
- Minority enrollment: 99%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Los Angeles County College of Nursing and Allied Health ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Los Angeles County College of Nursing and Allied Health
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates--Public Special Use
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
45 staff
294 staff
Student Body
The student population of Los Angeles County College of Nursing and Allied Health has declined by 9% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Los Angeles County College of Nursing and Allied Health diversity score of 0.71 is equal to the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
180 students
5,744 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
20:1
# Full-Time Students
n/a
813 students
# Part-Time Students
180 students
4,931 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
140 students
302 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
813 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
63 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
180 students
4,962 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
140 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
20%
13%
% Asian
5%
6%
% Hispanic
9%
1%
% Black
44%
46%
% White
1%
5%
% Hawaiian
21%
24%
% Two or more races
n/a
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
n/a
% Unknown races
n/a
1%
Diversity Score
0.71
0.71
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
0.4179%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.4884%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$83,300
$34,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
99%
66%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,290
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,410
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
92%
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- The School of Nursing founded in 1895, was called the College Training School. It was a twenty-four month hospital-based program under the direction of the County Hospital and the College of Medicine of the University of Southern California. The training program shifted from the College of Medicine to the County Hospital and was officially approved by the County Board of Supervisors in 1901 and titled the Los Angeles County Hospital College of Nursing. With the re-titling of the hospital as the Los Angeles County + University of Southern California Medical Center in 1968, the School was renamed the Los Angeles County Medical Center School of Nursing. The name, the Los Angeles County Medical Center School of Nursing, was retained when the college was granted initial accreditation status by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, Western Association of Schools and Colleges in 1995 and was authorized to grant Associate Degrees. In 1998 the Board of Supervisors approved renaming the institution the Los Angeles County College of Nursing and Allied Health to reflect its expanded educational role. The School has a main campus at the Los Angeles County + University of Southern California Medical Center and a satellite campus at Olive View - UCLA Medical Center, Sylmar. The Los Angeles County College of Nursing and Allied Health offers a two-year hospital based Associate Degree Nursing program. Classes are admitted in the Fall and Spring. Graduates are eligible to apply to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) to become registered nurses. The College is located on the premises of the Los Angeles County + University of Southern California Medical Center and utilizes its wide range of clinical facilities within the County and community areas. The College is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. The College is authorized as a Junior College to grant 2 year academic degrees. The School of Nursing is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Los Angeles County College of Nursing and Allied Health's ranking?
Los Angeles County College of Nursing and Allied Health ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Average community college minority breakdown.
In what neighborhood is Los Angeles County College of Nursing and Allied Health located?
Los Angeles County College of Nursing and Allied Health is located in the Lincoln Heights neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA.
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