Here are the current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees at West Los Angeles College, plus how they compare to other colleges and a forward projection.
For the latest reported year, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at West Los Angeles College were $1,238 each year. Out-of-state undergraduates were charged $10,572. In-state students receive a meaningful discount here.
The fees portion of those totals were $42 in-state and $42 out-of-state; what is left is base tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $1,196 | $10,530 |
| Fees | $42 | $42 |
| Total | $1,238 | $10,572 |
These tuition and fee numbers are for one year of attendance and does not include room and board.
Keep in mind that a number of students receive financial aid and scholarships that cut the price they ultimately pay. The numbers on this page are sticker price.
How much does West Los Angeles College charge part-time students? See the Cost Per Credit Hour page for details.
For some context, here is how West Los Angeles College tuition and fees stack up against other institutions. Each label reflects how the school sits versus the average of that group.
| Nationwide | In CA | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Average |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
Against the nationwide average, West Los Angeles College is comparatively affordable.
Note that financial aid can substantially change the real price, so compare net cost too. See the West Los Angeles College Financial Aid page to learn more.
Take a look at how tuition at West Los Angeles College has tracked across the last few reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $1,196 | $8,970 |
| Two Years Ago | $1,196 | $9,828 |
| One Year Ago | $1,196 | $10,088 |
| Most Recent Year | $1,196 | $10,530 |
Below, the chart plots how tuition at West LA College has shifted across recent years.
Over the most recent year, out-of-state tuition increased 4.4%. If that pace held for another year, tuition + fees would land around $11,035 the year ahead.
Most schools raise tuition gradually each year, so a freshman should expect to pay more by senior year.
Find answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for more context.
Over the reported years, in-state tuition and fees grew at an average annual rate of 0.00%, so in-state cost a year out lands around $1,238. Out-of-state cost rose on average by 5.51%, putting next year’s out-of-state cost near $11,154.
If that pace holds, here is what tuition and fees could look like over the next five years:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $1,238 | $11,154 |
| In 2 Years | $1,238 | $11,768 |
| In 3 Years | $1,238 | $12,415 |
| In 4 Years | $1,238 | $13,098 |
| In 5 Years | $1,238 | $13,819 |
As you plan how to pay for college, fold in expected yearly increases — the running four-year out-of-state total projects near $48,435, versus roughly $4,952 for in-state students.
A tuition number is just one part of the picture — aid packages can change what students and families actually pay.
For specifics on financial aid at West Los Angeles College, go to the West Los Angeles College Financial Aid page.