College statistics
- Address:
- 16007 Crenshaw Blvd
Torrance, CA
90506 - Sector Group:
- Public 2-Year
- Official Website:
- www.elcamino.edu/
- Setting:
- Suburb
- Annual In-State Tuition:
- $1,104
- Endowment (End of Year):
- $-7,730,165
- 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/.