C
Average
Score: 46/100

Laney College

2-Year Public
📍 Oakland, California 94607
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: 36%
Outcomes
C
47/100
Affordability
B
67/100
Resources
D
42/100
Experience
D
40/100
Prestige
D
32/100

Quick Stats

10,211
Total Enrollment
36%
Graduation Rate
56%
Retention Rate
31.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$17,691
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Laney College

58% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 5,902 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$524,673
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,716
1-Year Change
-5.9%
For parents & investors

The Laney College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $524,673
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,716/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 94612 (4.3% cap, Oakland)

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🏆 Where Laney College Ranks

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

#10
English Language and Literature/Letters, Other
of 10 schools
#14
Restaurant, Culinary, and Catering Management/Manager
of 15 schools
#17
Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair Technology/Technician, General
of 25 schools
#18
Office Management and Supervision
of 34 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $1,104 $8,472

Financial Aid

77%
Receive Any Aid
40%
Receive Pell Grants
2%
Take Out Loans
$17,691
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$15,340
$30,001 - $48,000$14,974
$48,001 - $75,000$18,380
$75,001 - $110,000$18,938

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Social Sciences, General 166 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 141 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 95 grads/yr Biological and Physical Sciences 80 grads/yr Office Management and Supervision 63 grads/yr English Language and Literature/Letters, Other 58 grads/yr Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair Technology/Technician, General 54 grads/yr Mathematics, General 45 grads/yr Cooking and Related Culinary Arts, General 35 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 35 grads/yr Humanities/Humanistic Studies 30 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 27 grads/yr Restaurant, Culinary, and Catering Management/Manager 27 grads/yr Biology/Biotechnology Technology/Technician 21 grads/yr Psychology, General 21 grads/yr Biomedical Technology/Technician 19 grads/yr Building/Construction Site Management/Manager 17 grads/yr Cabinetmaking and Millwork 16 grads/yr Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician 14 grads/yr Carpentry/Carpenter 13 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Laney 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
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

Student Demographics

10,211
Total Students
53%
Women
40%
Traditional Age (18-24)
58%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 16%
Hispanic 30%
Black 20%
Asian 23%
Two or More 6%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 58%
With Family 42%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~5,902 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 34%
Hybrid (Some Online) 25%
Fully Online 41%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 40%
25-64 (Adult) 43%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Laney 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 Laney College?
Tuition at Laney College is $1,104 for in-state students and $8,472 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $17,691.
What is the graduation rate at Laney College?
The graduation rate at Laney College is 36%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Laney College a good school?
Laney College has a Repit College Score of 46/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (D): 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 Laney College?
Laney College has a total enrollment of 10,211 students.
Is there rental demand near Laney College?
Yes! Approximately 58% of students at Laney College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 5,902 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Oakland area.

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