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Public 2 Year

West Los Angeles College

Culver City, California

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Overview

Enrollment

8,656
West Los Angeles College overview
Location Culver City, California
Online wlac.edu
School Type Public 2 Year
Setting Large Suburban
West Los Angeles College overview
Size Small
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing No
Level of Study Undergrad
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West Los Angeles College (WLAC) is a two-year public community college located in the hillside suburban setting of Culver City, California, adjacent to the major urban center of Los Angeles. Established in 1969, the college is part of the California Community Colleges System and serves approximately 12,000 students annually. The campus is noted for its modern architecture and panoramic views of the city. WLAC offers a wide range of academic programs with an emphasis on transfer education, career technical education, and is notably recognized for its Dental Hygiene program and Business degrees. While the institution maintains an open admissions policy, the selection process for certain programs may be more competitive. Despite being a commuter college, it provides resources for student success and engagement through various services and academic support. WLAC does not have residential housing facilities nor is it particularly known for its athletic programs, focusing instead on academic pursuits and workforce development.

West Los Angeles College has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  1,496 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 7,160 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $1,196 plus fees of $42.

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Annual Cost to Attend

California Resident Tuition

$1,196
In State Costs for West Los Angeles College
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,152
Other Fees$42
Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living $17,784
Budget for Other Expenses$4,860
Total One Year Cost$25,034

Out of State Resident Tuition

$9,828
Out of State Costs for West Los Angeles College
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,152
Other Fees$42
Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living $17,784
Budget for Other Expenses$4,860
Total One Year Cost$33,666

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$35,700 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

Data Not Available

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by West Los Angeles College students
Subject Percent of Class
Liberal Arts and Humanities 25%
Health Professions 14%
Business 13%
Legal Professions 11%
Mechanic and Repair Technologies 8%

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Last updated February 24, 2024