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Los Medanos College

Public Pittsburg, CA · Suburban · Far West · 80% data reported · Agent Insights
40%
Graduation Rate
$42,454
Earnings (10yr)
$7,443
Net Price
7,320
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Overview

Los Medanos College serves 7,320 students, making it a vibrant hub for education in Pittsburg, California. With a focus on practical career pathways, the school emphasizes programs in humanities, criminal justice, business, psychology, and mechanic and repair technology.

Chetty/Opportunity Insights data isn't available for mobility rates, but the college's graduation rate stands at 40%. This figure indicates that nearly half of students complete their degrees, which can influence long-term economic outcomes. Graduates earn an average of $42,454 within ten years of completing their studies, suggesting a return on investment for those who finish their programs.

The net price for attending Los Medanos College is $7,443, making it an accessible option for many. About 29% of students receive Pell Grants, highlighting the college's role in supporting low-income learners. Students who thrive here are often those seeking practical skills and career readiness, particularly in fields that lead directly to employment.

Rankings

How Los Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation40%Earnings 10yr$42KNet Price$7KRetention74%Pell Grant Rate29%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$6K$0-30K$6K$30-48K$10K$48-75K$7K$110K+

Cost & Financial Aid

$1,312
In-State Tuition
$10,320
Out-of-State
$7,443
Avg Net Price
29%
Pell Grant Rate
1%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$5,958
Family Income $0–$30K
$6,455
Family Income $30K–$48K
$9,521
Family Income $48K–$75K
$7,051
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$35,606
6 Years After Entry
$39,218
8 Years
$42,454
10 Years
97%
Loan Repayment (3yr)
44%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$35,606 6yr $39,218 8yr $42,454 10yr

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.19
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.04
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
3.3%
Volunteering Rate
0.96
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 74%
Full-Time Faculty 43%
Faculty Salary (mo) $10,989
Diversity Index 0.71
First-Gen Students 51%

Top Programs

Humanities 33%
Criminal Justice 8%
Business & Marketing 8%
Psychology 5%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 4%
Health Professions 3%
Computer Science & IT 3%
Social Sciences 2%

Quick Facts

Setting Suburban
Region Far West
Accreditor Western Association of Schools and Colleges Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges
Predominant Degree Associate's
Hispanic-Serving Yes

Student Body

Female
58%
White
18%
Hispanic
47%
Black
13%
Asian
13%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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