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Los Angeles Pierce College

Woodland Hills, CA·Public·www.lapc.edu/

Mostly online

53% of undergraduates are enrolled exclusively in distance education. Campus-life figures below describe the physical campus, which most students here do not attend.

At a Glance

Los Angeles Pierce College is a mid-size public community college in Woodland Hills, CA. Approximately 13,436 undergraduates are enrolled. The campus sits in a beach town, just 10 miles from the ocean. Ski resorts are within 39 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 88/100 (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)
$1,238
2024-25 Tuition
In-state rate
$13,270
Avg Net Price
What students actually pay
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Room & Board
13,436
Undergraduates
Degree-seeking, all years
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Location

Woodland Hills, CA

Campus Identity

Beach TownMostly online

Los Angeles Pierce College is a mid-size public community college in Woodland Hills, CA. Approximately 13,436 undergraduates are enrolled. The campus sits in a beach town, just 10 miles from the ocean. Ski resorts are within 39 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 88/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

Campus Lifestyle

Los Angeles Pierce College is a 10,000–19,999, urban school. The campus is 10 miles from Castle Rock Beach, CA and 39 miles from Mt. Waterman Ski Lift, LLC.

School Size & Setting

10,000–19,999

Urban setting

Beach Access

10 miles

Castle Rock Beach, CA

Weather

Hot Climate

63°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

Los Angeles Pierce College students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Mt. Waterman Ski Lift, LLC, 39 miles away. All are within 55 miles of campus.

39 mi away
52 mi away
290 skiable acres14 lifts
55 mi away
800 skiable acres4 lifts

Beach Town

Students at Los Angeles Pierce College are 10 miles from Castle Rock Beach, CA, putting the coast within easy reach any day of the week.

Castle Rock Beach, CA

Ocean access within 9.9 miles

10 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Woodland Hills, CA

Woodland Hills has a warm climate, with winters averaging 56°F in Dec and summers peaking around 79°F in Aug.

56°Jan57°Feb60°Mar63°Apr67°May73°Jun78°Jul79°Aug76°Sep69°Oct61°Nov56°Dec

Station: WOODLAND HILLS PIERCE COLLEGE · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

Los Angeles Pierce College in CA earns a composite safety score of 88/100, rated Pretty Safe among U.S. colleges.

88/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety937299
93/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
72/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
99/100
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

2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.

Tuition
$1,238$10,572
Fees
$42$42
Total
$1,280$10,614
In-StateOut-of-State
$13,270avg net price / year

What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.

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Fields of Study

98 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
1,180 grads/yr$47,677
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesCertificate
974 grads/yr$47,676
Biological and Physical SciencesAssociate's
522 grads/yr$59,287
Business Administration, Management and OperationsAssociate's
130 grads/yr$61,770
EconomicsAssociate's
125 grads/yr

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

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's36 grads$104,727
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's130 grads$61,770
Biological and Physical Sciences
Associate's522 grads$59,287
Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians
Associate's16 grads$55,763
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's1,180 grads$47,677
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Certificate974 grads$47,676
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
Certificate65 grads$36,073
Economics
Associate's125 grads
Psychology, General
Associate's95 grads
Mathematics
Associate's79 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 Los Angeles Pierce College located?

Los Angeles Pierce College is located in Woodland Hills, CA. The main campus address is 6201 Winnetka Ave, Woodland Hills, CA. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How many students attend Los Angeles Pierce College?

Los Angeles Pierce College enrolls 13,436 undergraduates. That figure counts degree-seeking undergraduate students across all years, not just the incoming class, and it excludes graduate students. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

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

For the 2024-25 academic year, Los Angeles Pierce College charges $1,238/year for in-state students and $10,572/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost is approximately $9,012/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $13,270/year — what students actually pay. Use Los Angeles Pierce College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Los Angeles Pierce College the right fit for me?

Whether Los Angeles Pierce College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, avg net price ($13,270/year after aid), campus culture in Woodland Hills, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Los Angeles Pierce College against similar schools side-by-side.

Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Los Angeles Pierce College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Woodland Hills, CA
Size
10,000–19,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Hot · 63°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
88/100
Nearest Airport
Van Nuys, CA (VNY) · 5 mialso BUR (13 mi), SMO (14 mi)
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.