At a glance
Average net price
$8,516
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
45.0%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
3,660
In-state tuition
$1,131
Out-of-state tuition
$11,103
Cost of attendance
$17,666
Median earnings (10y)
$36,657
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- Not available
- Locale
- Rural
Programs breakdown
19 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (38%), stem (18%), humanities & arts (17%).
- STEM18%
- Health5%
- Business11%
- Humanities & arts17%
- Social sciences38%
- Trades & services12%
- Social sciences23.5%~861 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Business10.5%~386 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~362 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Education8.1%~298 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~273 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~273 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Computer science5.5%~201 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Psychology5.3%~193 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~193 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Liberal arts4.0%~145 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~105 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~97 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~81 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics2.0%~72 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~48 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~32 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- English0.4%~16 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~16 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~8 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
23 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Social Sciences, General. | Associate's | 106 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Associate's | 71 | — | — |
| Biological and Physical Sciences. | Associate's | 46 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 42 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Associate's | 39 | — | — |
| Fire Protection. | Undergraduate certificate | 30 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 23 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate's | 20 | — | — |
| Fire Protection. | Associate's | 18 | — | — |
| Real Estate. | Undergraduate certificate | 18 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Undergraduate certificate | 12 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Undergraduate certificate | 11 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Associate's | 10 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Associate's | 8 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate's | 8 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Associate's | 6 | — | — |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. | Associate's | 6 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Associate's | 6 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Associate's | 6 | — | — |
| Graphic Communications. | Associate's | 5 | — | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Associate's | 5 | — | — |
| Anthropology. | Associate's | 5 | — | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate's | 5 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Lake Tahoe Community College
Lake Tahoe Community College is a mid-sized institution located in South Lake Tahoe, California, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 3,660 undergraduate students in a rural setting. The most popular fields of study include Social sciences, Business, Natural resources.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Lake Tahoe Community College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $8,516 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $1,131 for in-state students and $11,103 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $17,666 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 45.0%, a average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $36,657 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Lake Tahoe Community College confers degrees and certificates across 19 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Social sciences, Business, Natural resources. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (38% of credentials), stem (18% of credentials), humanities & arts (17% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.
Location & campus
Set in South Lake Tahoe, California (rural), Lake Tahoe Community College draws students from across California and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Lake Tahoe Community College
Q.How much does Lake Tahoe Community College cost?
The average net price at Lake Tahoe Community College is $8,516 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $17,666.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Lake Tahoe Community College?
Lake Tahoe Community College has a 6-year graduation rate of 45.0% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Lake Tahoe Community College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Lake Tahoe Community College graduate earns $36,657 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Lake Tahoe Community College?
Published tuition is $1,131 in-state and $11,103 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Lake Tahoe Community College located?
Lake Tahoe Community College is located in South Lake Tahoe, California (ZIP 96150).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Lake Tahoe Community College at their official website.