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Los Angeles Southwest College

Los Angeles, California · Suburb: LargeOfficial Website ↗

#866
Nationally
#146
In California
$1,196
In-State Tuition
per year
5,267
Undergrad Enrollment
5,000–9,999
Overall Score & Rankings
54/100
Good
#866 nationally
#146 in California
🎓Graduation Outcomes50
💰Affordability50
📚Academic Environment50
🔬Program Breadth72

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

Los Angeles Southwest College is a public two-year community college located in Los Angeles, California. The college enrolls approximately 5,267 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
5,267
Total Undergrads
64% F / 36% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 12%
Hispanic 47%
Black 32%
Asian 3%
Two or more 4%
International 0%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • Reasonable room and board costs at $938/yr
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, and working adults seeking career-focused certificates and degrees.

Institution Profile
Type2-year
ControlPublic
LocationLos Angeles, California
SettingSuburb: Large
Size5,000–9,999
State Ranking
#146
in California out of 7+ colleges
#866
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.