At a glance
Average net price
$6,202
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
29.8%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
22,427
In-state tuition
$1,556
Out-of-state tuition
$12,544
Cost of attendance
$14,503
Median earnings (10y)
$38,870
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- Not available
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
31 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (43%), social sciences (15%), business (13%).
- STEM10%
- Health6%
- Business13%
- Humanities & arts43%
- Social sciences15%
- Trades & services13%
- Liberal arts32.2%~7,224 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Business13.2%~2,954 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~1,366 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Psychology5.0%~1,130 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Social sciences4.7%~1,050 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science4.6%~1,034 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Communication4.4%~982 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~953 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~890 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~837 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~796 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~673 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~377 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~366 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~240 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~224 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~204 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- English0.8%~177 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Library science0.7%~157 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.7%~153 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History0.6%~132 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~117 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Education0.5%~103 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~85 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Agriculture0.3%~61 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~36 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~31 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Engineering tech0.1%~29 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Architecture0.1%~25 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering0.1%~16 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~11 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare 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
40 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Undergraduate certificate | 3,335 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 615 | — | $6,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Associate's | 528 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Associate's | 502 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Associate's | 345 | — | — |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Undergraduate certificate | 336 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Associate's | 318 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate's | 257 | — | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 225 | — | — |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 159 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Associate's | 151 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Associate's | 145 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 118 | — | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 111 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Undergraduate certificate | 103 | — | — |
| Fire Protection. | Associate's | 97 | — | — |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication. | Associate's | 94 | — | — |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 93 | — | — |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Undergraduate certificate | 89 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Associate's | 84 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Associate's | 84 | — | — |
| Real Estate. | Undergraduate certificate | 82 | — | — |
| History. | Associate's | 78 | — | — |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. | Associate's | 76 | — | — |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Undergraduate certificate | 75 | — | — |
| Physical Sciences, General. | Associate's | 74 | — | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Associate's | 68 | — | — |
| Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 67 | — | — |
| Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 66 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Associate's | 64 | — | — |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Associate's | 63 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 56 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 55 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Associate's | 54 | — | — |
| Human Services, General. | Associate's | 52 | — | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 52 | — | — |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Associate's | 51 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate's | 46 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 45 | — | — |
| Precision Metal Working. | Associate's | 43 | — | — |
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 Long Beach City College
Long Beach City College is a very large institution located in Long Beach, California, primarily awarding the certificate. It enrolls roughly 22,427 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Business, Health professions.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Long Beach City College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $6,202 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $1,556 for in-state students and $12,544 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $14,503 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 29.8%, a below-average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $38,870 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Long Beach City College confers degrees and certificates across 31 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Business, Health professions. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (43% of credentials), social sciences (15% of credentials), business (13% 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 Long Beach, California (city), Long Beach City 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 Long Beach City College
Q.How much does Long Beach City College cost?
The average net price at Long Beach City College is $6,202 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $14,503.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Long Beach City College?
Long Beach City College has a 6-year graduation rate of 29.8% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Long Beach City College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Long Beach City College graduate earns $38,870 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Long Beach City College?
Published tuition is $1,556 in-state and $12,544 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Long Beach City College located?
Long Beach City College is located in Long Beach, California (ZIP 90808).
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 Long Beach City College at their official website.