East Los Angeles College

Comprehensive information about programs, admissions, costs, and enrollment

Monterey Park, CA
(323) 265-8650
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What Are the Key Stats for East Los Angeles College?

Annual Tuition & Fees (In-State)

$1,238

Total Enrollment

33,677

Graduation Rate

36.8%

Graduation rate

Program Completions

7,792

Last reported year

How East Los Angeles College Compares

East Los Angeles College enrolls 33,677 — well above the typical trade-college range of a few hundred to a couple thousand. Tuition: $1,238. Net price after aid: $11,700. Retention: 65%. These headline numbers position the school as a regional anchor — stronger than smaller competitors on breadth, and worth comparing closely against peers of similar scale.

Where is East Los Angeles College?

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What are the Most Popular Programs at East Los Angeles College

1498 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 24.0101
1037 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 45.0101
519 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 43.0107
331 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 30.0101
315 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 43.0203

Verified Program Outcomes

Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for East Los Angeles College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.

In the Medical Assistant program at East Los Angeles College, 48% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 93% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $8,580 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

ProgramCompletion rateEmployed 6 mo after exitEmployed 1 yr after exitMedian quarterly earnings
Medical Assistant93%48%76%$8,580

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Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.

Explore East Los Angeles College

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Enrollment

East Los Angeles College enrolls 33,677 students. The student body is 52.1% men, with diverse representation across programs. The college maintains a 65% retention rate, reflecting student satisfaction and academic support.

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Academics

East Los Angeles College maintains a 33:1 student-to-faculty ratio, providing favorable opportunities for personalized instruction and academic support. The college maintains a good 65% retention rate for full-time students, reflecting student satisfaction and effective academic programs. The college accommodates diverse student needs with flexible enrollment options for part-time and working students.

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Faculty & Staff

East Los Angeles College employs 319 instructional staff members dedicated to student success. The 33:1 student-to-faculty ratio provides good opportunities for personalized attention and mentoring. With 0.3% of faculty holding tenure, students benefit from experienced educators committed to teaching excellence.

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Programs

East Los Angeles College offers programs in 29 different fields of study. The most popular programs include Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Social Sciences, General, and Criminal Justice/Police Science. In 2025, the college awarded 7,792 degrees and certificates across all programs.

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Financial Aid

Annual tuition and fees at East Los Angeles College is $1,238 for in-state students and $10,572 for out-of-state students. After financial aid, the average net price is $11,700. Students can use the net price calculator to estimate their individual costs and potential aid.

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Student Outcomes

East Los Angeles College achieves a 32.8% overall completion rate for students who complete their programs. Students typically complete their programs in 5 years, balancing academic rigor with timely graduation. The college supports working students with a 30.6% success rate for this population.

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Institution Details

Sector PUBLIC 4 YEAR
Control PUBLIC
Level FOUR YEAR OR ABOVE
Degree Granting Yes

Contact Information

Address
1301 Avenida Cesar Chavez
Monterey Park, CA, 91754-6099
Administrator
Dr. Monte Perez
Interim President

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $1,238
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $10,572
Average Net Price $11,700

Federal Identifiers

OPE ID: 02226000
EIN: 952587353
IPEDS ID: 113856
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