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East Los Angeles College

Monterey Park, CA·Public·www.elac.edu/

Campus Identity

Ski Town

East Los Angeles College is a public community college in Monterey Park, CA. The nearest beach is about 18 miles from campus. Ski resorts are within 34 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 83/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

East Los Angeles College is a public community college in Monterey Park, CA. The nearest beach is about 18 miles from campus. Ski resorts are within 34 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 83/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$1,196
In-State Tuition
+$42 fees
$8,970
Out-of-State Tuition
+$42 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

20,000+

Suburban setting

Beach Access

18 miles

Manhattan Beach, CA

Weather

Hot Climate

63°F avg school-year

Ski Town

25 mi away
34 mi away
800 skiable acres4 lifts
35 mi away
290 skiable acres14 lifts

Nearest Beach

Manhattan Beach, CA

Ocean access within 18.5 miles

18 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Monterey Park, CA

57°Jan58°Feb61°Mar63°Apr67°May71°Jun75°Jul77°Aug75°Sep69°Oct62°Nov57°Dec

Station: SAN GABRIEL FIRE DEPARTMENT · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

83/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety886698
88/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
66/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
98/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$1,196$8,970
Fees
$42$42
Total
$1,238$9,012
In-StateOut-of-State

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is East Los Angeles College located?

East Los Angeles College is located in Monterey Park, CA. The main campus address is 1301 Avenida Cesar Chavez, Monterey Park, CA. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend East Los Angeles College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, East Los Angeles College charges $1,196/year for in-state students and $8,970/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $9,012/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use East Los Angeles College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is East Los Angeles College the right fit for me?

Whether East Los Angeles College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($8,970/year out-of-state), campus culture in Monterey Park, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh East Los Angeles College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with East Los Angeles College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Monterey Park, CA
Size
20,000+
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Hot · 63°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
83/100
Nearest Airport
Hawthorne, CA (HHR) · 13 mialso LGB (16 mi), LAX (16 mi)

Location

Monterey Park, CA

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.