Laney College

Oakland, California · Public, 2-year

At a glance

Average net price

$17,110

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

31.2%

Admission rate

Not available

Undergrad size

6,842

In-state tuition

$1,258

Out-of-state tuition

$9,898

Cost of attendance

$25,335

Median earnings (10y)

$37,282

Admissions

SAT average
Not available
ACT midpoint
Not available
Retention
Not available
Locale
City

Programs breakdown

24 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (33%), trades & services (21%), social sciences (20%).

  • STEM10%
  • Business17%
  • Humanities & arts33%
  • Social sciences20%
  • Trades & services21%

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

40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Social Sciences, General.Associate's267
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Undergraduate certificate250
Biological and Physical Sciences.Associate's159
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Associate's114
English Language and Literature/Letters, Other.Associate's94
Mathematics.Associate's71
Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate66
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Associate's58
Culinary Arts and Related Services.Undergraduate certificate49
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services.Undergraduate certificate41
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies.Associate's37
Accounting and Related Services.Associate's37
Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate34
Computer Programming.Associate's33
Sociology.Associate's33
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Undergraduate certificate33
Culinary Arts and Related Services.Associate's32
Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate30
Accounting and Related Services.Undergraduate certificate30
Psychology, General.Associate's29
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection.Undergraduate certificate29
Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians.Associate's24
Carpenters.Undergraduate certificate22
Precision Metal Working.Associate's21
Precision Metal Working.Undergraduate certificate18
Economics.Associate's17
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services.Associate's16
Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians.Associate's16
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection.Associate's16
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other.Undergraduate certificate16
Computer Programming.Undergraduate certificate14
Communication and Media Studies.Associate's11
Computer and Information Sciences, General.Associate's11
Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services.Undergraduate certificate11
Political Science and Government.Associate's11
Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians.Associate's10
Carpenters.Associate's10
Design and Applied Arts.Associate's10
Journalism.Associate's9
English Language and Literature, General.Associate's9

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 Laney College

Laney College is a large institution located in Oakland, California, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 6,842 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Social sciences, Liberal arts.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Laney College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $17,110 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $1,258 for in-state students and $9,898 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $25,335 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 31.2%, a average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $37,282 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Laney College confers degrees and certificates across 24 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Social sciences, Liberal arts. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (33% of credentials), trades & services (21% of credentials), social sciences (20% 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 Oakland, California (city), Laney 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 Laney College

Q.How much does Laney College cost?

The average net price at Laney College is $17,110 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $25,335.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Laney College?

Laney College has a 6-year graduation rate of 31.2% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How much do Laney College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Laney College graduate earns $37,282 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Laney College?

Published tuition is $1,258 in-state and $9,898 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Laney College located?

Laney College is located in Oakland, California (ZIP 94607).

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 Laney College at their official website.