Los Angeles Southwest College California

Community college in Los Angeles serving 5,267 students with tuition under $1,200 annually for state residents.

College statistics

Address:
1600 W Imperial Hwy
Los Angeles, CA
90047
Sector Group:
Public 2-Year
Official Website:
https://www.lasc.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

Los Angeles Southwest College is a public two-year community college located in Los Angeles, California, serving students across the region with transfer pathways and career preparation. The college focuses on liberal arts and sciences with a general studies and humanities curriculum.

Tuition for California residents is $1,196 per year, making it one of the most affordable pathways to higher education in the state. The college enrolls approximately 5,267 students. Out-of-state tuition is $10,530 annually. The total cost of attendance mirrors tuition, with no additional room and board figures reported, since most students commute from the surrounding area.

As a medium-sized associate college, LASC functions primarily as a transfer institution, allowing students to complete general education and prerequisite coursework before moving to four-year universities. The college serves students seeking affordable access to higher education and those exploring academic paths before committing to a bachelor's degree. Prospective students should confirm program availability and transfer agreements with their target universities. For more information, visit lasc.edu.