Laney College Tuition, Demographics & Completion (2026)
Laney College is a public community college in Oakland, California, serving roughly 6,842 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $17,110 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $1,258. Student demographics in federal data include Hispanic or Latino (24.9%) and Black or African American (21.6%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $1,258
- 2024 Average Net Price: $17,110 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 6,842 23.5% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 31.21%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional
- First-Generation Students: 61.2%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 12.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 47.9%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 15,779
- Room & Board: $22,820 annual estimate
Laney College: what the data shows
Common questions about Laney College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Laney College?
Laney College is located in Oakland, CA (ZIP 94607).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is Laney College public or private?
Laney College is a Public institution.
How much does Laney College cost?
Published tuition: $1,258 in-state, $9,898 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $17,110.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $16,549 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $16,474 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $21,213 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $18,321 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $5,032.
How big is Laney College?
Total enrollment: 6,842 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 15,779 students.
About 23% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Laney College?
150%-time completion rate: 31.21%.
First-year retention: 54.1%.
What do graduates of Laney College earn?
Median earnings: $30,777 six years after entry; $37,282 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
16.04% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Laney College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Social Sciences, General (166 completions)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (141 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (95 completions)
- Biological and Physical Sciences (80 completions)
- Office Management and Supervision (63 completions)
- English Language and Literature/Letters, Other (58 completions)
- Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair Technology/Technician, General (54 completions)
- Mathematics, General (45 completions)
- Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General (35 completions)
- Culinary Arts and Related Services (35 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Laney College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 31.21%; median earnings $37,282 at 10 years; net price $17,110. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$1,258
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Laney College was $1,258.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$17,110
2024 Value
In 2024 Laney College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $17,110.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$68,440 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$17,110 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$5,032 4-Year In-State Tuition
$39,592 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$22,820 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,492 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$25,570 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$102,280 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Laney College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
16.04% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
0.75% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Laney College was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Laney College in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $1,144 | $6,256 | $8,246 |
| 2014 | $1,144 | $6,256 | $7,443 |
| 2015 | $1,156 | $6,316 | $8,902 |
| 2016 | $1,232 | $6,896 | $8,801 |
| 2017 | $1,230 | $7,110 | $6,077 |
| 2018 | $1,254 | $7,806 | $9,924 |
| 2019 | $1,257 | $7,785 | $11,977 |
| 2020 | $1,167 | $7,527 | $12,828 |
| 2021 | $1,148 | $8,684 | $13,729 |
| 2022 | $1,148 | $8,684 | $14,106 |
| 2023 | $1,148 | $8,684 | $15,805 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Laney College reported total enrollment of about 6,842 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 47% male and 53% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Hispanic or Latino (24.9%), Black or African American (21.6%), and Asian (21.5%). About 16.04% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 61.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
23.5% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Laney College in 2024 is 6,842 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 15,779 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
54.1%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Hispanic or Latino at 24.9%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
10.98% 100% Completion Time
31.21% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 10.98% of students graduating from Laney College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Social Sciences, General: 51% male / 49% female
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 46% male / 54% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 40% male / 60% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: Hispanic or Latino.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Laney College.
Return on Investment
$37,282 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
444.74% Return on Investment
Financial value analysis for Laney College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 62 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Social Sciences, General: 166 completions
2. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 141 completions
3. Business Administration and Management, General: 95 completions
4. Biological and Physical Sciences: 80 completions
5. Office Management and Supervision: 63 completions
6. English Language and Literature/Letters, Other: 58 completions
7. Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair Technology/Technician, General: 54 completions
8. Mathematics, General: 45 completions
9. Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General: 35 completions
Most popular programs at Laney College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Laney College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Laney College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 47.9%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $12,070
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $6,339
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Laney College is a public institution located in Oakland, CA, classified as Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Social Sciences, General, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Business Administration and Management, General. Enrollment is approximately 6,842 students. Student body composition includes Hispanic or Latino (24.9%), Black or African American (21.6%), Asian (21.5%). The 150%-time completion rate is 31.21%. Approximately 16.04% of students receive Pell Grants. About 61.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional
Location
Oakland, CA 94607
Region: Far West
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 31.21% graduation rate at Laney College falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 62 distinct degree programs, Laney College provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Laney College located?
Laney College is located in Oakland, CA.
How much does Laney College cost?
Reported tuition is $1,258 and average net price is $17,110 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $22,820 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Laney College?
Laney College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 15,779 students, Hispanic or Latino (24.9%), Black or African American (21.6%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Laney College?
About 61.2% of students at Laney College are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Laney College earn?
Median earnings are $30,777 six years after entry and $37,282 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Laney College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 31.2% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
Is Laney College public or private?
Laney College is a public institution located in Oakland, CA.
Is Laney College an HBCU?
No. Laney College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Laney College a tribal college?
No. Laney College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Laney College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Laney College does not meet that proxy (reported share 24.9%).
Is Laney College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Laney College in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
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Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.