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Laney College

Oakland, CA·Public·laney.edu/

Campus Identity

Laney College is a public community college in Oakland, CA. The nearest beach is about 14 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 78/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Laney College is a public community college in Oakland, CA. The nearest beach is about 14 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 78/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$1,104
In-State Tuition
+$44 fees
$8,472
Out-of-State Tuition
+$212 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

5,000–9,999

Urban setting

Beach Access

14 miles

Ocean Beach SF, CA

Ski Access

129 miles

Dodge Ridge Ski Area

Weather

Warm Climate

58°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

129 mi away
862 skiable acres10 lifts
130 mi away
1,680 skiable acres10 lifts
134 mi away
2,300 skiable acres13 lifts

Nearest Beach

Ocean Beach SF, CA

Ocean access within 13.8 miles

14 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Oakland, CA

53°Jan55°Feb57°Mar59°Apr61°May63°Jun64°Jul65°Aug66°Sep64°Oct58°Nov52°Dec

Station: OAKLAND MUSEUM · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

78/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety855398
85/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
53/100
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
$1,104$8,472
Fees
$44$212
Total
$1,148$8,684
In-StateOut-of-State

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

88 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Social Sciences, GeneralAssociate's
139 grads/yr$30,022
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesCertificate
126 grads/yr
Biological and Physical SciencesAssociate's
71 grads/yr
Business Administration, Management and OperationsAssociate's
56 grads/yr$61,340
English Language and Literature/Letters, OtherAssociate's
40 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's56 grads$61,340
Social Sciences, General
Associate's139 grads$30,022
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Certificate126 grads
Biological and Physical Sciences
Associate's71 grads
English Language and Literature/Letters, Other
Associate's40 grads
Mathematics
Associate's39 grads
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services
Certificate35 grads
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's34 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Certificate30 grads
Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Certificate28 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Laney College located?

Laney College is located in Oakland, CA. The main campus address is 900 Fallon Sreet, Oakland, CA. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Laney College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Laney College charges $1,104/year for in-state students and $8,472/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $8,684/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Laney College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Laney College the right fit for me?

Whether Laney College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($8,472/year out-of-state), campus culture in Oakland, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Laney College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Oakland, CA
Size
5,000–9,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 58°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
78/100
Nearest Airport
Oakland, CA (OAK) · 6 mialso SFO (14 mi), CCR (17 mi)

Location

Oakland, 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.