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Los Angeles College of Music

Pasadena, CA·Private for-profit·227 students
Last updated: April 1, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want small classes and close faculty access. median debt is moderately high; freshman retention is below 65%. a private for-profit school with 227 students.

88%
Accept
227
Students
$43,590
Net Price
41%
Grad Rate
$31,758
Earnings
10 yr
$27,938
Debt

About This School

Los Angeles College of Music is a private for-profit institution located in Pasadena, California with approximately 227 undergraduate students enrolled. Los Angeles College of Music has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 88%. The average net price after financial aid is $43,590 per year. The graduation rate is 41%, and the typical graduate earns $31,758 within 10 years of enrollment.

Setting
Midsize city
Avg Faculty Salary
$5,308

Popular Programs

Visual & Performing Arts100%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

Test Policy: Neither required nor recommended

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$30,540
Out-of-State Tuition
$30,540
Avg Net Price
$43,590
after aid

Net Price by Family Income

Under $30k$42,657
$30–48k$41,484
$48–75k$43,352
$75–110k$49,455
$110k+$44,642

Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants20%
Median debt at graduation$27,938

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
41%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
61%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$31,758
after enrollment
Median Debt
$27,938
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$27,938
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$20,538
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$31,758
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 1.1x

Worth scrutinizing. Median earnings relative to debt are tight.

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

Student Body

White8%
Black4%
Hispanic/Latino9%
Asian4%
Two or more races2%
International51%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (227 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Los Angeles College of Music

300 S Fair Oaks Ave

Pasadena, CA 91105

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Los Angeles College of Music?

Los Angeles College of Music has an acceptance rate of 88%, based on the most recent data from the U.S. Department of Education.

Is Los Angeles College of Music hard to get into?

Not especially. Los Angeles College of Music has an acceptance rate of 88%, so admissions are relatively accessible for applicants who meet the requirements.

How much does Los Angeles College of Music cost?

The average net price at Los Angeles College of Music is about $43,590 per year after grants and scholarships, based on federal data. Your actual cost depends on your family's finances and aid package.

What is the graduation rate at Los Angeles College of Music?

Los Angeles College of Music has a graduation rate of 41%, according to U.S. Department of Education data.

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.

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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