Los Angeles Harbor College

1111 Figueroa Place
Wilmington, CA 90744
Top-Ranked (2026): View Rankings
  • Los Angeles Harbor College fosters learning through comprehensive programs that meet the educational needs of the community as measured by student success, personal and institutional accountability, and integrity. The Los Angeles Harbor College Foundation, in alliance with corporations, foundations and individuals, is stepping forward to assure that the college is prepared to meet the challenges of the 21st Century. The 21st Century Learning Center will emphasize three educational priorities: Teaching Technology, Student Support Network and The 21st Century Campus.

School Highlights

Los Angeles Harbor College serves 9,463 students (16% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 77%.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 9,463 students
  • In-state tuition: $1,220
  • Out-state tuition: $6,834
  • Minority enrollment: 81%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Los Angeles Harbor College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

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Attribute

School Overview

The teacher population of 173 teachers has declined by 46% over five years.
Los Angeles Harbor College
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
0
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
0
Institution Control
Public
0
Total Faculty
173 staff
72 staff
Number of Programs Offered
-2
8
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Los Angeles Harbor College has grown by 16% over five years.
The Los Angeles Harbor College diversity score of 0.65 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 7% over five years.
Total Enrollment
9,463 students
6,838 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
55:1
44:1
# Full-Time Students
1,497 students
1,022 students
# Part-Time Students
7,966 students
5,816 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
442 students
381 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,497 students
967 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
96 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
7,966 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
9%
12%
% Hispanic
54%
46%
% Black
11%
7%
% White
19%
23%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
4%
5%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
3%
6%
Diversity Score
0.65
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
30%
42%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$35,600
$34,700

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $1,220 is less than the state average of $1,236. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,834 is more than the state average of $6,577. The out-state tuition has declined by 24% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,220
$1,236
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,834
$6,577
Tuition Notes
$46.00 per unit
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
81%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$6,000
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$6,272
Acceptance Rate
n/a
81%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Seahawks
  • Los Angeles Harbor College, a comprehensive two-year public community college providing opportunity for transfer education, occupational training and life-long learning. We are proud of being the college of choice for Harbor area residents for more than 50 years. The excellence of our faculty, staff and programs are well known because of the excellent teaching and personalized attention we provide to those who come to us seeking to improve their knowledge and skills. The college is known for its excellent faculty and transfer programs, as well as programs responding to community and business needs. Partnerships have resulted in major grants for homeland security programs, training for the Los Angeles World Airport, the Port of Los Angeles and refineries, as well as our up-dated cable television studio (HCTV). Community residents can watch our expanded television coverage on Comcast Channel 27. From its beginning in September of 1949 when the first students passed through the doors, Harbor College has grown from a technically oriented college into a comprehensive institution of higher learning with a broad spectrum of transfer, vocational, and community services programs. Today, the nearly 8,000 students that enroll each semester in credit courses reflect the diverse ethnic composition of the communities served by the college. One of nine two-year public community colleges comprising the Los Angeles Community College District, Harbor College prides itself on being the college of choice for the nearly 400,000 residents of Carson, Harbor City, Gardena, Lomita, San Pedro, Wilmington, and the Palos Verdes Peninsula.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Los Angeles Harbor College cost?
Los Angeles Harbor College's tuition is approximately $1,220 for In-State students and $6,834 for Out-State students.
What is Los Angeles Harbor College's ranking?
Los Angeles Harbor College ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Least debt for graduating students.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 9,463 students
  • In-state tuition: $1,220
  • Out-state tuition: $6,834
  • Minority enrollment: 81%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

The average community college acceptance rate in Los Angeles County, CA is 73%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Los Angeles County, CA community colleges have a diversity score of 0.64, which is higher than the national average of 0.00. The most diverse community college in Los Angeles County, CA is Theatre of Arts. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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