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Community College
grade C+
Overall Grade
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Acceptance Rate
100%

Net Price Per Year
$8,413

Total Undergrad Students
8,230

Pittsburg, CA
Suburb

Los Medanos is a public college located in Pittsburg, California in the San Francisco Bay Area. It is a small institution with a full-time enrollment of 2,903 undergraduate students and a part-time enrollment of 5,327 undergraduate students. The Los Medanos acceptance rate is 100%. Popular majors include Liberal Arts and Humanities, Natural Sciences, and Psychology. Los Medanos graduates 42% of its students.

Report Card

grade C+
Overall Niche Grade
  1. Academics
    grade C+
  2. Value
    grade B minus
  3. Diversity
    grade B+
  4. Campus
    grade B minus
  5. Athletics
    grade unavailable
  6. Party Scene
    grade unavailable
  7. Professors
    grade C+
  8. Location
    grade C
  9. Dorms
    grade unavailable
  10. Campus Food
    grade unavailable
  11. Student Life
    grade B minus
  12. Safety
    grade B minus

Admissions & Acceptance

Application Deadline
No data available  
Acceptance Rate
100%
The 0.4399649316296884 average for Acceptance Rate is 44%.

SAT Range
No data available  

ACT Range
No data available  

Application Fee
$0

SAT/ACT
No data available  

High School GPA
No data available  
Application Website
Admissions Website

Cost & Tuition

Net Price
$8,413 per year
The 17821.38 average for Net Price is $17,821.

Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.

Avg. Room & Board Expenses


Average Housing Cost
No data available  

Average Meal Plan Cost
No data available  

Books & Supplies
$1,190 per year

Tuition & Financial Aid


In-State Tuition
$1,312 per year
The 16320.81 average for In-State Tuition is $16,321.

Out-of-State Tuition
$9,012 per year
The 21999.98 average for Out-of-State Tuition is $22,000.

Average Total Aid Awarded
$5,200 per year
The 10456.51 average for Average Total Aid Awarded is $10,457.

Students Receiving Financial Aid
80%

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Academics

Professors
grade C+
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.

Student Faculty Ratio
22

Evening Degree Programs
Yes
STUDENT POLLS

78%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 91 responses
47%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 103 responses
71%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 103 responses

Majors

Online Academics

Offers Online Courses
Yes

Online Certificate Programs
0

Online Associate Programs
0

Online Bachelor's Programs
0

Students

Full-Time Enrollment
2,903 Undergrads

Part-Time Undergrads
5,327

Undergrads Over 25
25%

Pell Grant
38%

Varsity Athletes
5%
STUDENT POLL
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on 58 responses
  • Diverse55%
  • Best overall experience.17%
  • Underrated9%
  • Random5%
  • Fun3%
  • Home away from home3%
  • Old3%
  • Fast-paced2%
  • Pretty2%

Campus Life

Freshman Live On-Campus
No data available  
Day Care Services
Yes
POLL
84%
of students say they don't have Greek life. 25 responses
POLL
56%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life. 25 responses
STUDENT POLL
What is your overall opinion of your school and the campus community?
Based on 23 responses
  • I love everything about my school and have a lot of campus pride.22%
  • I like mostly everything about my school, but there are some things I wish were different.39%
  • The school community is okay-we're all just here for an education, nothing more.39%
STUDENT POLLS

60%
of students highly rate the athletics/recreation facilities. 98 responses
33%
of students highly rate the dining facilities. 100 responses
68%
of students highly rate the performing arts facilities. 44 responses

Sports & Athletics

Athletics Division
CCCAA
Athletics Conference
No data available  

Students Who Are Varsity Athletes
5%

STUDENT POLL
How popular are varsity sports on campus?
Based on 25 responses
  • Almost everything on campus revolves around them. 4%
  • Varsity sports are a big part of campus life.12%
  • Varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.56%
  • No one pays attention to varsity sports.28%

Men's Sports


 Baseball
Offered

🏀 Basketball
Offered

🏈 Football
Offered

Women's Sports


🏀 Basketball
Offered

 Soccer
Offered

🥎 Softball
Offered

🏐 Volleyball
Offered

Graduation Rate & Income

Median Earnings 5 Years After Graduation
$51,598 per year
The 45518.62 average for Median Earnings 5 Years After Graduation is $45,519.

Graduation Rate
42%
The 0.53 average for Graduation Rate is 53%.

Employed 1 Year After Graduation
89%
The 0.91 average for Employed 1 Year After Graduation is 91%.
POLL

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FAQs answered by students

Niche's Q&A provides peer-to-peer insights from current Los Medanos College students, answering common questions about campus life.

Many students find Los Medanos College to be a great place for career and academic growth, especially praising the availability of internship opportunities, particularly in STEM fields. The college offers programs and clubs that help students gain practical experience and connect with professionals. The career center is described as helpful and encouraging for students seeking guidance and job preparation.

Question summaries are AI generated from the text of student reviews on Niche. summary inaccuracies

Students appreciate Los Medanos College's accommodating and flexible class format options, which include in-person, hybrid, asynchronous, and fully online classes. This variety allows students to balance their education with work and personal obligations effectively. Professors have been described as supportive and adaptable, making the transition between class formats smoother during the pandemic.

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Many reviews highlight the strong transfer support system at Los Medanos College, especially the Transfer Academy program, which helps students prepare for transferring to four-year universities such as UC and CSU schools. Counselors and programs are noted to be caring and helpful in guiding students through transfer requirements and planning. This makes LMC a popular choice for students aiming to continue their education beyond community college.

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The science program at Los Medanos College receives high praise from students, particularly for its lab opportunities, internship availability, and supportive faculty. Programs like Women in STEM and MESA provide additional research and community involvement for STEM students. Professors are described as passionate and dedicated to helping students explore diverse STEM fields and career paths.

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Students frequently mention the helpfulness and dedication of professors at Los Medanos College, noting that many go beyond academics to offer support and flexibility. Faculty are praised for their passion, willingness to provide extra help, and efforts to make classes engaging both in-person and online. This supportive teaching environment contributes positively to student success and satisfaction.

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The campus at Los Medanos College is described as clean, safe, and well-maintained with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating areas. While some find the environment welcoming and conducive to learning, others feel it lacks a cozy or homey atmosphere. Ongoing construction projects suggest future improvements to campus facilities and aesthetics are underway.

Question summaries are AI generated from the text of student reviews on Niche. summary inaccuracies

Students report that Los Medanos College offers a variety of student services and academic resources including tutoring centers for math and English, a well-stocked and helpful library with study rooms and computers, a career center, and financial aid assistance. These resources are widely used and appreciated by students to support their academic and career goals.

Question summaries are AI generated from the text of student reviews on Niche. summary inaccuracies

Online classes at Los Medanos College are generally well-received, with students appreciating clear instructions, interactive sessions, and the flexibility to manage their schedules. Professors make efforts to engage students through discussions and breakout rooms, though some find certain instructors less accessible or their teaching methods confusing. Overall, online education is viewed as effective with minor challenges.

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Los Medanos College is recognized for its affordability and the availability of financial aid, grants, and scholarships that help students save money. The financial aid office is praised for being helpful and responsive in assisting students with applications and funding for tuition and books. Additional support programs exist for various demographics, including young mothers and veterans.

Question summaries are AI generated from the text of student reviews on Niche. summary inaccuracies

Students mention that while the social and extracurricular scene at Los Medanos College is not very vibrant, there are clubs, events, and programs that foster community and student engagement. Some feel there could be more large-scale events and more varied offerings at events like football games. The school is described as welcoming and inclusive, with diversity and community being strong points.

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Los Medanos College Reviews

Rating 3.84 out of 5  797 reviews
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