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West Los Angeles College

Culver City, CA·Public·www.wlac.edu/

Campus Identity

Beach TownSki TownVery Safe

West Los Angeles College is a public college in Culver City, CA. The campus sits in a beach town, just 5 miles from the ocean. Ski resorts are within 47 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 91/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

West Los Angeles College is a public college in Culver City, CA. The campus sits in a beach town, just 5 miles from the ocean. Ski resorts are within 47 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 91/100 (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)
$1,196
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
Undergraduate students
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

5,000–9,999

Suburban setting

Beach Access

5 miles

Venice Beach, CA

Weather

Warm Climate

62°F avg school-year

Ski Town

35 mi away
47 mi away
290 skiable acres14 lifts
47 mi away
800 skiable acres4 lifts

Beach Town

Venice Beach, CA

Ocean access within 4.9 miles

5 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Culver City, CA

57°Jan58°Feb60°Mar62°Apr64°May68°Jun71°Jul71°Aug70°Sep67°Oct61°Nov57°Dec

Station: CULVER CITY · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

91/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety8888100
88/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
88/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
100/100
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

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

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Fields of Study

76 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
475 grads/yr$49,578
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesCertificate
474 grads/yr$49,757
Dental Support Services and Allied ProfessionsCertificate
137 grads/yr
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/TechniciansCertificate
108 grads/yr
Business Administration, Management and OperationsAssociate's
93 grads/yr

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

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Certificate474 grads$49,757
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's475 grads$49,578
Film/Video and Photographic Arts
Certificate36 grads$25,097
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
Certificate137 grads
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Certificate108 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's93 grads
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Certificate80 grads
Psychology, General
Associate's63 grads
Real Estate
Certificate57 grads
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
Bachelor's56 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 West Los Angeles College located?

West Los Angeles College is located in Culver City, CA. The main campus address is 9000 Overland Avenue, Culver City, CA. It is a public institution offering 4-year degree programs.

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

For the 2023–24 academic year, West 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 West Los Angeles College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is West Los Angeles College the right fit for me?

Whether West 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 Culver City, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh West Los Angeles College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Culver City, CA
Size
5,000–9,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Bachelor's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 62°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
91/100
Nearest Airport
Santa Monica, CA (SMO) · 4 mialso LAX (5 mi), HHR (6 mi)

Location

Culver City, 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.