Los Angeles Harbor College fosters learning through comprehensive programs that meet the educational needs of the community as measured by student success, personal and institutional accountability, and integrity. The Los Angeles Harbor College Foundation, in alliance with corporations, foundations and individuals, is stepping forward to assure that the college is prepared to meet the challenges of the 21st Century. The 21st Century Learning Center will emphasize three educational priorities: Teaching Technology, Student Support Network and The 21st Century Campus.
School Highlights
Los Angeles Harbor College serves 12,750 students (12% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 39:1 is higher than the state community college average of 32:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 77%.
Quick Stats (2025)
Enrollment: 12,750 students
In-state tuition: $1,220
Out-state tuition: $6,834
Student:teacher ratio: 39:1
Minority enrollment: 87%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
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The student population of Los Angeles Harbor College has grown by 46% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 39:1 has increased from 25:1 over five years.
The Los Angeles Harbor College diversity score of 0.61 is less than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $1,220 is less than the state average of $1,516. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,834 is more than the state average of $6,779. The out-state tuition has declined by 20% over four years.
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Acceptance Rate
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93%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
School Mascot: Seahawks
Los Angeles Harbor College, a comprehensive two-year public
community college providing opportunity for transfer education,
occupational training and life-long learning. We are proud of being
the college of choice for Harbor area residents for more than 50
years. The excellence of our faculty, staff and programs are well
known because of the excellent teaching and personalized attention
we provide to those who come to us seeking to improve their
knowledge and skills. The college is known for its excellent
faculty and transfer programs, as well as programs responding to
community and business needs. Partnerships have resulted in major
grants for homeland security programs, training for the Los Angeles
World Airport, the Port of Los Angeles and refineries, as well as
our up-dated cable television studio (HCTV). Community residents
can watch our expanded television coverage on Comcast Channel 27.
From its beginning in September of 1949 when the first students
passed through the doors, Harbor College has grown from a
technically oriented college into a comprehensive institution of
higher learning with a broad spectrum of transfer, vocational, and
community services programs. Today, the nearly 8,000 students that
enroll each semester in credit courses reflect the diverse ethnic
composition of the communities served by the college. One of nine
two-year public community colleges comprising the Los Angeles
Community College District, Harbor College prides itself on being
the college of choice for the nearly 400,000 residents of Carson,
Harbor City, Gardena, Lomita, San Pedro, Wilmington, and the Palos
Verdes Peninsula.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Los Angeles Harbor College cost?
Los Angeles Harbor College's tuition is approximately $1,220 for In-State students and $6,834 for Out-State students.
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Quick Stats (2025)
Enrollment: 12,750 students
In-state tuition: $1,220
Out-state tuition: $6,834
Student:teacher ratio: 39:1
Minority enrollment: 87%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
For Los Angeles County, CA public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $2,637 per year for in-state students and $7,755 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $21,295 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.
