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Las Positas College

Livermore, CA·Public·www.laspositascollege.edu/

Campus Identity

Very Safe

Las Positas College is a public community college in Livermore, CA. The nearest beach is about 38 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 94/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Las Positas College is a public community college in Livermore, CA. The nearest beach is about 38 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 94/100 (Very 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
+$64 fees
$8,664
Out-of-State Tuition
+$64 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

5,000–9,999

Urban setting

Beach Access

38 miles

Pacifica, CA

Ski Access

106 miles

Dodge Ridge Ski Area

Weather

Warm Climate

56°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

106 mi away
862 skiable acres10 lifts
110 mi away
1,680 skiable acres10 lifts
116 mi away
2,300 skiable acres13 lifts

Nearest Beach

Pacifica, CA

Ocean access within 38.2 miles

38 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Livermore, CA

48°Jan50°Feb54°Mar57°Apr62°May68°Jun72°Jul72°Aug70°Sep64°Oct54°Nov48°Dec

Station: LIVERMORE MUNICIPAL Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

94/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety969096
96/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
90/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
96/100
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$8,664
Fees
$64$64
Total
$1,168$8,728
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

91 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
540 grads/yr$44,777
Business Administration, Management and OperationsAssociate's
139 grads/yr
Psychology, GeneralAssociate's
94 grads/yr$42,894
EconomicsAssociate's
55 grads/yr
Biology, GeneralAssociate's
44 grads/yr

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

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's540 grads$44,777
Psychology, General
Associate's94 grads$42,894
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's139 grads
Economics
Associate's55 grads
Biology, General
Associate's44 grads
Fire Protection
Associate's37 grads
Communication and Media Studies
Associate's26 grads
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
Certificate23 grads
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Certificate23 grads
Mathematics
Associate's22 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 Las Positas College located?

Las Positas College is located in Livermore, CA. The main campus address is 3000 Campus Hill Drive, Livermore, CA. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Las Positas College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Las Positas College charges $1,104/year for in-state students and $8,664/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $8,728/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Las Positas College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Las Positas College the right fit for me?

Whether Las Positas College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($8,664/year out-of-state), campus culture in Livermore, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Las Positas College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Livermore, CA
Size
5,000–9,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 56°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
94/100
Nearest Airport
Oakland, CA (OAK) · 23 mialso CCR (24 mi), PAO (24 mi)

Location

Livermore, 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.