Los Angeles City College

Los Angeles City College Academics

If students would like to graduate in less time than normal, they can choose the accelerated degree program. Los Angeles City College accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP creditbut not IB credits. Additionally, Los Angeles City College has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

Los Angeles City College offers an orientation program before the start of fall classes to prepare new students for college life.

Academic Options	Yes	No
Accelerated Degree Program	√
Transfer Credits Accepted	√
AP Credit Accepted	√
IB Credits Accepted		X
Summer Classes Available	√
New Student Orientation	√

Reminder: Los Angeles City College may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

Which Courses Are Required At Los Angeles City College?

Los Angeles City College has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are not required to fulfill a language requirement

Students do not have to take a computer class.

Course	Required?
2nd Language	No
Math	true
Science	true
Computer	No

Reminder: Check with Los Angeles City College directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at Los Angeles City College

When choosing a major, Los Angeles City College students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Los Angeles City College.

Student Designed Majors

Students must choose one of the majors offered by the college. Self-designed majors are not allowed.

Senior Projects

Los Angeles City College does not require a senior project for all students.

Double Majoring at Los Angeles City College

Los Angeles City College offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Declaring a double major may mean taking more courses, but it can provide a unique combination of experience that helps students stand out when job searching or applying to grad school.

Frequently Asked Questions About Los Angeles City College

Does Los Angeles City College Offer Learning Disability Services?

✅ Los Angeles City College offers services for students with disabilities.

Prospective students can contact the college's Office of Accessibility Services to learn more about any support and accomodations offered. These conversations are usually kept confidential and will not be shared with the admissions office if you do not wish to share.

Does Los Angeles City College Have An Online Program?

✅ Los Angeles City College has distance learning options for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does Los Angeles City College Give Credit for AP Classes?

✅ Los Angeles City College offers some credit for Advanced Placement (AP) classes taken in high school. Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does Los Angeles City College Have An Honors Program?

✅ Los Angeles City College offers an honors program for highly-qualified applicants, but does not offer a Freshman Honors College. Students must complete a senior project if they are in the Honors Program at Los Angeles City College.

Does Los Angeles City College Require Internships?

🟨 Los Angeles City College does not require an internship for all students, but does require an internship for students in some majors.

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