Los Angeles Trade Technical College
- Los Angeles Trade-Technical College is a comprehensive, public community college offering learner centered associate degree and certificate programs to students who reflect the global diversity of the Los Angeles region. The college offers a unique education that fosters creativity, critical thinking, and applied learning experiences.
School Highlights
Los Angeles Trade Technical College serves 11,285 students (19% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 74%.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Enrollment: 11,285 students
- In-state tuition: $1,220
- Out-state tuition: $6,810
- Student:teacher ratio: 21:1
- Minority enrollment: 94%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Los Angeles Trade Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
The teacher population of 537 teachers has grown by 89% over five years.
Los Angeles Trade Technical College
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
537 staff
308 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Los Angeles Trade Technical College has declined by 16% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 has decreased from 24:1 over five years.
The Los Angeles Trade Technical College diversity score of 0.54 is less than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
11,285 students
7,899 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
# Full-Time Students
2,122 students
1,660 students
# Part-Time Students
9,163 students
6,239 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
728 students
302 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,122 students
1,580 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
54 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
9,163 students
6,239 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
140 students
% Asian
4%
14%
% Hispanic
65%
45%
% Black
18%
5%
% White
6%
26%
% Two or more races
2%
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
3%
% Unknown races
5%
3%
Diversity Score
0.54
0.70
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
26%
35%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.92%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,400
$34,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $1,220 is less than the state average of $1,246. 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 $6,603. The out-state tuition has declined by 9% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,220
$1,246
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,810
$6,603
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
83%
86%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,500
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,500
$6,239
Acceptance Rate
n/a
89%
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Founded in 1925 as the Frank Wiggins Trade School, Trade-Tech is the oldest of the nine, public two-year colleges in the Los Angeles Community College District. Trade-Tech is unique in that approximately two-thirds of its instructional facilities are devoted to career education. The college consists of 12 major buildings with approximately 780,561 gross square feet and 586 assignable square footage. The facilities include an athletic field which serves as a recreation area for community members during evening and on weekends. The college's Grand Theater hosts both college and community events. Degrees granted includes Associate in Arts Associate in Science and Certificates of Completion in selected vocational programs. Courses Offered includes all academic courses required for transfer to a four-year college or university as well as nearly 90 different occupational programs, some of which can be completed in little as one year. Our programs are rigorous, technologically current, and designed to promote student success in Vocational/technical education, Career and workforce advancement, University transfer, Life long learning, and Participation in our democratic society. The college is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and fully approved under the regulations of the California State Department of Education.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Los Angeles Trade Technical College cost?
Los Angeles Trade Technical College's tuition is approximately $1,220 for In-State students and $6,810 for Out-State students.
What is Los Angeles Trade Technical College's ranking?
Los Angeles Trade Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Average community college minority breakdown.
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