West Los Angeles College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$11,800
Average Net Price
53%
Receive Aid
42%
Pell Recipients
Very Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at West Los Angeles College is $11,800 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$11,800

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$9,594
$30,001-48,000$9,704
$48,001-75,000$13,203
$75,001-110,000$13,799
$110,000+$0

Financial Aid

West Los Angeles College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 53% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 42% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

53%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

42%

Of students receive federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need

Grants & Scholarships

Gift aid that doesn't need to be repaid

Work-Study Programs

Part-time employment opportunities on campus

Student Loans

Federal and private loan options available

Combined Sticker Price (Undergraduate)

The sticker price represents the total cost before any financial aid is applied. In-state students can expect a sticker price of $1,238 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $10,130. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $3,638, which is 75% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $1,238

Out-of-State: $10,130

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$1,238
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$16,438

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$1,238
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$15,938

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$10,130
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$25,330

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$10,130
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$25,330

Commuting Students

Students living at home and commuting to campus can significantly reduce their costs.

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$1,238
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$4,938

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$10,130
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$14,330

Cost Analysis

Analyze how West LA's costs have changed over time.Over the past year, West Los Angeles College has increased costs by $1,541, representing a 15.0% increase in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$10,259

Current Year

$11,800

Change

+$1,541

Affordability & Value

West Los Angeles College is committed to providing accessible, high-quality education with strong return on investment.

Affordability Rating

Very Affordable

Based on average net price compared to national averages

Investment Value

Students receiving aid53%
Pell grant recipients42%
Student-faculty ratio24:1