Overview
El Camino College is a 2-year community college in the South Bay district of Los Angeles. El Camino offers transfer agreements with a number of 4-year colleges and universities and ranks second among all southern California community colleges in number of students admitted to UCLA. The Center for the Arts at El Camino plays host to a number of prominent performing artists throughout the year as well as South Bay’s annual production of The Nutcracker. The campus is also home to the El Camino Planetarium featuring technology capable of projecting over 8,500 stars and planets.
Average Net Price:
$9,434
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $1,144 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $7,144 |
Additional Costs
| Books and Supplies | $2136 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Aid & Grants
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
29%
Average Aid Per Year
$8,529
29%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$7,262
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$1,302
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
65%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$2737
57%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$7,262
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$44,927,448
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$4,735,879
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
1%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$4,729
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$5,500
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$53
Students receiving federal loans
1%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$4,729
Average Other Loans Per Year
$13,785
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
2 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
5500
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
Transcript
No
Test Optional
No
SAT Subject Tests
No
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Regular Decision | August 27 |
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Application Fee
$50
Applications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
Students Enrolled By Household Income
Admissions Resources
Admissions: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
At least 2, but less than 4 academic years
Total Number of Students
19,944
Total Number of Undergrads
19,944
Student:Faculty Ratio
26:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
Learning Options
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
74
Faculty Overview
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Suburb or town
US States Represented
17
Countries Represented
30
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
57%
Student Organizations
20
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
No
On Campus Women's Center
Yes
Cultural Student Resource Groups
No
Housing
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
No
Athletics
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Intramural Sports
3
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
No
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$36,900
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$5,500
Loan Default Rate
13%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$53
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingMost teachers here do a great job at teaching their subjects with the exception of a few of them. They have a great class selection to choose from so there's always something new to learn each semester.
Chain from L.A. County
So far all of the people I've had the pleasure of speacking with have been able to help me, and they seem like the counselor help you out a lot. I say that because when I was attending CSUDH, the counselor would just give you a list of the classes you needed to take and that would be all and at El Camino they walk you step by step, depending on you chosen major.
Gipssy from LAWNDALE, CA
I did the Nursing program and learned a ton! I passed the NCLEX on my first try and feel completely prepared to enter the workforce as a Registered Nurse.
Jennilee from Redondo Beach, CA
A wonderful place for first time college students! Also a great place to start your college course load and then transfer! The Photography Lab is a gem!
Carrie from Compton, CA
The teachers here at El Camino really love their job and helping students. Of course there are a few exceptions, but rare here at El Camino. The tutoring offered are very helpful as well. They offer various hours and styles of tutoring. The teachers also are willing to help you during their office hours and sometimes after.
Shanese from Torrance, CA
I first thought that El Camino was going to be a repeat of high school, little did i know that I learned new and interesting lessons. My classes are challenging but I love it. Everyday going to school is exciting.
Lisa from Torrance, CA
Even though, college has few learning resources available, there are lots of faculty members who are willing to spend time with their own students and help them understand course materials.
Raphael from Torrance, CA
The professors here are very helpful in assisting you with anything. If you did not understand the day's lesson, they will offer office hours after class to help you.
Joseli from Inglewood, CA
El Camino College has great resources for students to complete their daily assignments. The parking has improved and it makes it easier to arrive for class on time. The library has great tutors available for assistance.
Lizbette from Los Angeles, CA
in my opinion el camino college is a great school. the counselors and teachers that i've had are very helpful. i rate this the number one community college.
Sandra from Los Angeles, CA
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