- The mission of Las Positas College is to foster growth and success, both in its students and in its community. The College strives to fulfill this mission by offering high-quality, comprehensive educational programs and services. It augments and strengthens its mission by partnering with local businesses and organizations to promote the welfare of its students and the economic and social health of its service area.
School Highlights
Las Positas College serves 7,125 students (31% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the state community college average of 20:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black and American), which is less than the state average of 95%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 7,125 students
- In-state tuition: $1,138
- Out-state tuition: $6,970
- Student:teacher ratio: 22:1
- Minority enrollment: 93%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Las Positas College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
The teacher population of 323 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Las Positas College
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates--Public Special Use
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
323 staff
294 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Las Positas College has declined by 18% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 has decreased from 27:1 over five years.
The Las Positas College diversity score of 0.75 is more than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
7,125 students
5,744 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
20:1
# Full-Time Students
2,194 students
813 students
# Part-Time Students
4,931 students
4,931 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
559 students
302 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,194 students
813 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
63 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
4,931 students
4,962 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
140 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
25%
13%
% Asian
5%
6%
% Hispanic
1%
1%
% Black
29%
46%
% White
7%
5%
% Hawaiian
31%
24%
% Two or more races
2%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
1%
1%
Diversity Score
0.75
0.71
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.4565%
0.4179%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.4884%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$37,400
$34,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $1,138 is less than the state average of $1,236. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,970 is more than the state average of $6,547. The out-state tuition has declined by 9% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,138
$1,236
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,970
$6,547
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
41%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
n/a
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,375
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
92%
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Las Positas College is located on 147 acres in Livermore, in the midst of one of California's fastest-growing regions for business and scientific industry.Las Positas began as an extension center of Chabot College in 1963, offering 24 classes and enrolling 810 students at Livermore High School and two other sites. By 1965, the program had expanded and moved to Granada High School in Livermore; it subsequently grew to include Amador and Dublin High Schools as well. The District purchased the Livermore site that same year, intending to develop a comprehensive community college. Las Positas College currently enrolls approximately 8,100 day and evening students. The College offers a two-year curriculum for students seeking career preparation, transfer to a four-year college or university, or personal enrichment. Students who come to the College can choose any of 22 Occupational Associate Degrees, 16 Transfer Associate Degrees, and over 35 Certificate Programs. Las Positas College has since developed into a fully accredited comprehensive institution. In 1988 the College was designated by the Board of Governors to be an independent college. Las Positas College received full accreditation on January 7, 1991 from the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Las Positas College cost?
Las Positas College's tuition is approximately $1,138 for In-State students and $6,970 for Out-State students.
What is Las Positas College's ranking?
Las Positas College ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Diversity in US community colleges.
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