Financial Aid

Financial aid breakdown for Long Beach City College: costs, grants, scholarships, and student loan details.

Long Beach, CA

What Does It Cost to Attend Long Beach City College?

In-State Tuition and Fees

$1,556

Out-of-State Tuition and Fees

$11,440

Average Net Price

$7,565

Price Difference

-$6,009

Avg. financial aid

How Long Beach City College Compares

Trade college tuition typically runs $3,000–$10,000 a year; Long Beach City College's $1,556 sits at the bottom of that range. Cost is genuinely a strength here, but as always, compare program lengths and outcomes rather than focusing on price alone.

What Are the Tuition & Fees at Long Beach City College?

In-State Students $1,556

Annual published tuition and required fees for residents of CA

Out-of-State Students $11,440

Annual published tuition and required fees for non-residents

Average Net Price $7,565

Average amount students pay after grants and scholarships

Tuition at Long Beach City College comes in at $1,556 annually for CA residents — well below many comparable programs. The average net price after aid drops to $7,565.

What Is the Net Price by Family Income at Long Beach City College? (2023-24)

Long Beach City College's net price for the lowest-income families is $5,505. Financial aid packages vary by household income as detailed below.

$0 - $30,000

$5,505

$30,001 - $48,000

$5,412

$48,001 - $75,000

$8,180

$75,001 - $110,000

$10,042

Over $110,000

$10,089

What Financial Aid Is Available at Long Beach City College? (2023-24)

The vast majority of first-time students at Long Beach City College — 91% — receive some form of grant or scholarship, averaging $6,299 per student.

Students Receiving Any Financial Aid

2,738 of 3,003 students

91%

Grants & Scholarships

Recipients

2,738 (91%)

Average Award

$6,299

Federal Pell Grants

Recipients

1,955 (65%)

Average Award

$5,639

Aid by Source

State & Local Grants

2,724 recipients (91%)

$2,129 avg

Institutional Grants

21 recipients (1%)

$1,048 avg

What Are the Student Loan Numbers at Long Beach City College? (2023-24)

Only 2% of undergraduates at Long Beach City College take out federal student loans, with an average loan of $7,338. This low borrowing rate suggests students are finding other ways to cover costs.

Total Borrowers

525

2% of students

Average Loan Amount

$7,338

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Payment Plans Available

Long Beach City College may offer payment plans that let you spread tuition costs over the semester. Reach out to the financial aid office to ask about options such as:

  • Monthly payment plans
  • Deferred payment options
  • Employer tuition assistance programs

Need Help?

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  • Scholarship opportunities
  • Grant eligibility
  • Work-study programs
  • Payment plan options

Federal School Codes

OPE ID: 00121900
IPEDS ID: 117645

Use these codes when applying for federal financial aid

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