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East Los Angeles College

Monterey Park, California · Suburb: LargeOfficial Website ↗

#279
Nationally
#34
In California
$1,196
In-State Tuition
per year
30,321
Undergrad Enrollment
20,000+
Overall Score & Rankings
58/100
Good
#279 nationally
#34 in California
🎓Graduation Outcomes50
💰Affordability50
📚Academic Environment50
🔬Program Breadth89

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology →

East Los Angeles College is a public two-year community college located in Monterey Park, California. The college enrolls approximately 30,321 undergraduate students. In-state tuition is $1,196 per year ($10,088 out-of-state), below average for public institutions.

Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$1,196/yr
In-State Fees$42/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$10,088/yr
Room & Board$938/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$2,176/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$11,068/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$1,196↑ Above avg
National avg: $3,860
Student Body
30,321
Total Undergrads
50% F / 50% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 12%
Hispanic 66%
Black 6%
Asian 7%
Two or more 1%
International 1%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • Reasonable room and board costs at $938/yr
  • Large campus with 30,321 students — wide range of programs, clubs, and networking opportunities
Consider
  • ·Data on some metrics is not yet available — contact the admissions office for details
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students planning to transfer to a 4-year university, working adults seeking career-focused certificates and degrees, and students who thrive in a large, diverse campus setting with extensive facilities and programs.

Institution Profile
Type2-year
ControlPublic
LocationMonterey Park, California
SettingSuburb: Large
Size20,000+
State Ranking
#34
in California out of 7+ colleges
#279
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.