El Camino Community College District California

Large public community college in suburban Los Angeles serving 21,599 students with low tuition.

College statistics

Address:
16007 Crenshaw Blvd
Torrance, CA
90506
Sector Group:
Public 2-Year
Official Website:
www.elcamino.edu/
Setting:
Suburb
Research Activity Tier:
No research designation
Economic Mobility Index:
Higher Access, Medium Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

El Camino Community College is a public two-year institution in Torrance, California, serving the South Bay area with transfer and career pathways. As a large community college, it enrolls over 21,000 students pursuing degrees and certificates across liberal arts and occupational programs.

In-state tuition is $1,104 annually, with total cost of attendance matching tuition for California residents. Out-of-state students pay $7,590 per year. The college's low cost and open-access model make it a practical entry point for students beginning higher education or seeking to complete general education requirements before transferring to a four-year institution.

El Camino serves students who need flexible scheduling, workforce training, and an affordable start to a degree. Many students use the college as a pathway to California State University or University of California schools. For more information about programs, enrollment, and support services, visit www.elcamino.edu/.