Los Angeles Valley College Tuition & Completion (2026)
Los Angeles Valley College is a public community college in Valley Glen, California, with about 12,601 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $12,152 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $1,238. Student demographics in federal data include Hispanic or Latino (48.1%) and White (34.8%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $1,238
- 2024 Average Net Price: $12,152 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 12,601 28.1% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 32.12%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
- First-Generation Students: 56.1%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 4.6% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 31.6%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 27,048
- Room & Board: $25,407 annual estimate
Los Angeles Valley College: what the data shows
Common questions about Los Angeles Valley College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Los Angeles Valley College?
Los Angeles Valley College is located in Valley Glen, CA (ZIP 91401-4096).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is Los Angeles Valley College public or private?
Los Angeles Valley College is a Public institution.
How much does Los Angeles Valley College cost?
Published tuition: $1,238 in-state, $10,572 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $12,152.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $11,225 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $11,772 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $14,650 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $17,117 |
| $110,001+ | $20,546 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $4,952.
How big is Los Angeles Valley College?
Total enrollment: 12,601 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 27,048 students.
About 28% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Los Angeles Valley College?
150%-time completion rate: 32.12%.
What do graduates of Los Angeles Valley College earn?
Median earnings: $33,987 six years after entry; $42,678 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $10,500.
25.60% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Los Angeles Valley College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (1,118 completions)
- Biological and Physical Sciences (402 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (252 completions)
- Child Care Provider/Assistant (203 completions)
- Small Business Administration/Management (168 completions)
- Economics, General (166 completions)
- Psychology, General (129 completions)
- Sociology, General (100 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (64 completions)
- Real Estate (52 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Los Angeles Valley College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 32.12%; median earnings $42,678 at 10 years; net price $12,152. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$1,238
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Los Angeles Valley College was $1,238.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$12,152
2024 Value
In 2024 Los Angeles Valley College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $12,152.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$48,608 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$12,152 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$4,952 4-Year In-State Tuition
$42,288 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$25,407 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,062 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$27,707 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$110,828 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Los Angeles Valley College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
25.60% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
1.63% 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 Los Angeles Valley 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 Los Angeles Valley 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 | $1,221 | $6,161 | $7,496 |
| 2014 | $1,220 | $6,810 | $7,503 |
| 2015 | $1,220 | $7,016 | $7,475 |
| 2016 | $1,220 | $7,538 | $8,172 |
| 2017 | $1,220 | $7,538 | $8,564 |
| 2018 | $1,220 | $7,746 | $8,622 |
| 2019 | $1,220 | $8,110 | $9,561 |
| 2020 | $1,238 | $8,570 | $10,194 |
| 2021 | $1,238 | $9,012 | $9,622 |
| 2022 | $1,238 | $9,870 | $10,691 |
| 2023 | $1,238 | $10,130 | $10,200 |
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
Los Angeles Valley College reported total enrollment of about 12,601 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 44% male and 56% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Hispanic or Latino (48.1%), White (34.8%), and Black or African American (5.7%). About 25.60% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 56.1% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
28.1% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Los Angeles Valley College in 2024 is 12,601 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 27,048 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
N/A%
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 48.1%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
21.74% 100% Completion Time
32.12% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 21.74% of students graduating from Los Angeles Valley College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 36% male / 64% female
- Biological and Physical Sciences: 28% male / 72% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 48% male / 52% 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 Los Angeles Valley College.
Return on Investment
$10,500 Median Student Debt
$42,678 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
24.60% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
778.00% Return on Investment
2.5 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Los Angeles Valley College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 68 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 1,118 completions
2. Biological and Physical Sciences: 402 completions
3. Business Administration and Management, General: 252 completions
4. Child Care Provider/Assistant: 203 completions
5. Small Business Administration/Management: 168 completions
6. Economics, General: 166 completions
7. Psychology, General: 129 completions
8. Sociology, General: 100 completions
9. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 64 completions
Most popular programs at Los Angeles Valley College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Los Angeles Valley College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Los Angeles Valley College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 31.6%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $12,889
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $8,575
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Los Angeles Valley College is a public institution located in Valley Glen, CA, classified as Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Biological and Physical Sciences, Business Administration and Management, General. Enrollment is approximately 12,601 students. Student body composition includes Hispanic or Latino (48.1%), White (34.8%), Black or African American (5.7%). The 150%-time completion rate is 32.12%. Approximately 25.60% of students receive Pell Grants. About 56.1% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Location
Valley Glen, CA 91401-4096
Region: Far West
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 32.12% graduation rate at Los Angeles Valley 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 68 distinct degree programs, Los Angeles Valley 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 Los Angeles Valley College located?
Los Angeles Valley College is located in Valley Glen, CA.
How much does Los Angeles Valley College cost?
Reported tuition is $1,238 and average net price is $12,152 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $25,407 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Los Angeles Valley College?
Los Angeles Valley College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 27,048 students, Hispanic or Latino (48.1%), White (34.8%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Los Angeles Valley College?
About 56.1% of students at Los Angeles Valley College are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Los Angeles Valley College earn?
Median earnings are $33,987 six years after entry and $42,678 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Los Angeles Valley College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 32.1% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Los Angeles Valley College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $10,500.
Is Los Angeles Valley College public or private?
Los Angeles Valley College is a public institution located in Valley Glen, CA.
Is Los Angeles Valley College an HBCU?
No. Los Angeles Valley College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Los Angeles Valley College a tribal college?
No. Los Angeles Valley College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Los Angeles Valley College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—Los Angeles Valley College reports 48.1% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is Los Angeles Valley College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Los Angeles Valley 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
- Related geography & profiles
- California college costs
- California colleges by ROI
- California trade schools profile
- Far West regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in California
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.