C
Average
Score: 52/100

Lake Tahoe Community College

2-Year Public
📍 South Lake Tahoe, California 96150
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: 42%
Outcomes
C
51/100
Affordability
B
70/100
Resources
C
52/100
Experience
C+
63/100
Prestige
F
27/100

Quick Stats

3,376
Total Enrollment
42%
Graduation Rate
60%
Retention Rate
22.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$14,384
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Lake Tahoe Community College

58% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,941 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$678,003
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,523
1-Year Change
+3.5%
For parents & investors

The Lake Tahoe Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $678,003
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,523/mo — vs ~$750/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 95735 (4.8% cap, Twin Bridges)

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🏆 Where Lake Tahoe Community College Ranks

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

#16
Forestry, General
of 17 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $1,116 $11,052
Room $6,750
Total Cost (On-Campus) $20,127 $30,063

Financial Aid

70%
Receive Any Aid
41%
Receive Pell Grants
2%
Take Out Loans
$14,384
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$10,979
$30,001 - $48,000$10,798
$48,001 - $75,000$11,159

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Social Sciences, General 65 grads/yr Forestry, General 42 grads/yr Education, General 37 grads/yr Biological and Physical Sciences 34 grads/yr Sociology, General 34 grads/yr Psychology, General 24 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 19 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 18 grads/yr Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 17 grads/yr Humanities/Humanistic Studies 16 grads/yr Dental Assisting/Assistant 14 grads/yr Fire Science/Fire-fighting 14 grads/yr Real Estate 14 grads/yr Cooking and Related Culinary Arts, General 13 grads/yr Spanish Language and Literature 12 grads/yr Mathematics, General 9 grads/yr Information Technology 8 grads/yr Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary 8 grads/yr Art/Art Studies, General 6 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 6 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Lake Tahoe Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Social scientists and related workers, all other
$100k/yr 40,800 jobs
Social sciences teachers, postsecondary, all other
$75k/yr 20,700 jobs
Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education
$65k/yr 1,094,500 jobs
Social science research assistants
$58k/yr 40,600 jobs
Forestry and conservation science teachers, postsecondary
$101k/yr 1,600 jobs
Foresters
$71k/yr 13,800 jobs
Conservation scientists
$68k/yr 28,500 jobs

Student Demographics

3,376
Total Students
35%
Women
33%
Traditional Age (18-24)
58%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 43%
Hispanic 29%
Black 5%
Asian 8%
Two or More 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 4%
Off-Campus (Renters) 58%
With Family 39%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,941 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 47%
Hybrid (Some Online) 12%
Fully Online 41%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 33%
25-64 (Adult) 58%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Lake Tahoe Community College?
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 Lake Tahoe Community College?
Tuition at Lake Tahoe Community College is $1,116 for in-state students and $11,052 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $14,384.
What is the graduation rate at Lake Tahoe Community College?
The graduation rate at Lake Tahoe Community College is 42%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Lake Tahoe Community College a good school?
Lake Tahoe Community College has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (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 (C+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Lake Tahoe Community College?
Lake Tahoe Community College has a total enrollment of 3,376 students.
Is there rental demand near Lake Tahoe Community College?
Yes! Approximately 58% of students at Lake Tahoe Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,941 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the South Lake Tahoe area.

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