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Lake Tahoe Community College

South Lake Tahoe, CA·Public·3,660 students
Last updated: March 21, 2026

A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 3,660 students.

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3,660
Students
$8,516
Net Price
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Grad Rate
$31,400
Earnings
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About This School

Lake Tahoe Community College is a public institution located in South Lake Tahoe, California with approximately 3,660 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $8,516 per year. Typical graduates earn $31,400 within 10 years of enrollment.

Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) is a public community college in South Lake Tahoe, California. It was established in 1975. At an altitude of 6,229 feet (1,899 m), it is at the highest elevation of any college in the state.

Situated at 6,229 feet in the Sierra Nevada, this small community college offers a tight-knit environment with just under 3,000 students — a real advantage if you thrive with personal attention and easy access to outdoor recreation. The numbers tell a mixed story, though: median earnings of $31,400 a decade after enrollment are modest, so it's worth thinking carefully about your intended transfer path or career goal before committing. Worth considering if you plan to transfer to a four-year school or enter a trade, but less compelling as a terminal degree if your field demands higher earning potential.

Founded
1975
Setting
Fringe rural
Avg Faculty Salary
$10,705

Popular Programs

Social Sciences24%
Business & Marketing11%
Education8%
Computer Science5%
Health Professions5%
Psychology5%
Visual & Performing Arts2%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$1,131
Out-of-State Tuition
$11,103
Avg Net Price
$8,516
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants13%
Median debt at graduationN/A

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
N/A
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$31,400
after enrollment
Median Debt
N/A
at graduation

Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender

Male graduates$25,400
Female graduates$26,400

Gap: -4% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
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at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$25,900
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$31,400
after enrollment

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White40%
Black5%
Hispanic/Latino30%
Asian6%
Two or more races3%
American Indian/Alaska Native1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (3,660 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Lake Tahoe Community College

One College Drive

South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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