Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 029497
- Phone: (631) 451-4110
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
FINANCIAL AID RATE
39%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
25:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
2FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$2,709Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Las Positas College
533 College Rd, Selden, NY
Serving the Tri-Valley area of San Francisco, or Livermore, Pleasanton and Dublin, Las Positas College (LPC) provides commuter students both transfer curriculums and degree programs in a number of career-ready areas of study.
Two-year transfer programs allow students to earn the credits needed to complete degree programs at four-year colleges. Programs of this type are offered in computer science, business administration, psychology, chemistry, and the liberal arts. Programs that lead to employment shortly after graduation or that focuses on occupational specialties include:
- Fire service
- Viticulture
- Computer information systems
- Business entrepreneurship
- Early childhood development
- Automotive technology
Students can take classes online as well as on campus. The school, which focuses on making a commitment to the environment, is involved in sustainability programs and recycling. The large career college currently has an enrollment of just over 9,000 students. Students who live in California pay a much lower tuition rate than students from out of state.
The school, which has a 75% retention rate, charges California residents $46 per unit and non-residents $272 per unit – a substantial difference if you don’t live in the state. Contact the college for further information by phoning them at 925-424-1000. They are located at 300 Campus Hill Drive in Livermore, California.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give an overview of the candidates Las Positas College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $5,900. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are:
- State Residents: $1,100-$1,300
- Out-of-State: $7,900-$9,446
- Part-time students are charged:
- State Residents: $46-$55 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $330-$390 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 39% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 38% | $5,181 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Las Positas College may provide services like:- Online classes
- Remedial courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Work study style employment
- Day care for children
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Las Positas College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (A)
Business and Marketing Studies
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (A)
- Journalism (A)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Information Technology (A, C)
- Computer Science (A)
- Computer Networking (A, C)
- Computer Programming (A, C)
Engineering Technology
English Language and Literature
- English (A)
Health and Clinical Professions
History
- History (A)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A, C)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (A)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
- Auto Mechanic (A, C)
Precision Production
- Welding (A, C)
Psychology
- Psychology (A)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
- Fire Prevention (A, C)
Social Sciences
- Sociology (A)
- Geography (A)
- Social Science
Visual and Performing Arts
- Music (A)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (A)
- Interior Design (A, C)
- Photography (A)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 029497
- Phone: (631) 451-4110
- School Homepage