C
Average
Score: 51/100

El Camino Community College District

2-Year Public
📍 Torrance, California 90506
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 37%
Outcomes
C
52/100
Affordability
B+
80/100
Resources
C
48/100
Experience
D
37/100
Prestige
D
35/100

Quick Stats

21,599
Total Enrollment
37%
Graduation Rate
71%
Retention Rate
27.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$7,496
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near El Camino Community College District

35% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 7,581 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$0
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🏆 Where El Camino Community College District Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#19
Physical Sciences, General
of 30 schools
#21
Fire Prevention and Safety Technology/Technician
of 31 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $1,104 $7,104

Financial Aid

84%
Receive Any Aid
51%
Receive Pell Grants
1%
Take Out Loans
$7,496
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$4,379
$30,001 - $48,000$4,632
$48,001 - $75,000$7,461
$75,001 - $110,000$9,809
$110,001+$10,042

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 685 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 316 grads/yr Biological and Physical Sciences 303 grads/yr Humanities/Humanistic Studies 291 grads/yr Psychology, General 217 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 162 grads/yr Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 152 grads/yr Sociology, General 99 grads/yr Mathematics, General 96 grads/yr Physical Sciences, General 86 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 86 grads/yr Economics, General 75 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 73 grads/yr Art/Art Studies, General 71 grads/yr Speech Communication and Rhetoric 69 grads/yr Political Science and Government, General 64 grads/yr English Language and Literature, General 58 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 57 grads/yr Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician 47 grads/yr Fire Prevention and Safety Technology/Technician 45 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from El Camino Community College District's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs

Student Demographics

21,599
Total Students
52%
Women
59%
Traditional Age (18-24)
35%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 15%
Hispanic 49%
Black 13%
Asian 10%
Two or More 2%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 35%
With Family 65%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~7,581 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 38%
Hybrid (Some Online) 34%
Fully Online 28%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 59%
25-64 (Adult) 28%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at El Camino Community College District?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend El Camino Community College District?
Tuition at El Camino Community College District is $1,104 for in-state students and $7,104 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $7,496.
What is the graduation rate at El Camino Community College District?
The graduation rate at El Camino Community College District is 37%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is El Camino Community College District a good school?
El Camino Community College District has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend El Camino Community College District?
El Camino Community College District has a total enrollment of 21,599 students.
Is there rental demand near El Camino Community College District?
Yes! Approximately 35% of students at El Camino Community College District live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 7,581 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Torrance area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology