LOS ANGELES TRADE TECHNICAL COLLEGE (LATTC)
- 400 W Washington Blvd
- Los Angeles, CA 90015
- OPEID College Code: 00122700
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- General Phone: (213) 763-7000
- President: Roland Chapdelaine
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 15,968
- College Alias: LATTC
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About
Los Angeles Trade and Technical College is a 2 year postsecondary educational institution situated in the heart of downtown Los Angeles Founded in 1925 as the Frank Wiggins Trade School, LATTC became a trade-technical junior college in 1954 and joined the Los Angeles community college district in 1969. Out of the nine two-year institutions that comprise the Los Angeles community college district, LATTC is the oldest. The school is in the process of a multimillion dollar renovation and is adding buildings to modernize certain departments.
Academics
LATTC provides students with the technical and professional educational options that will help in establishing a career and meeting academic goals. LATTC offers associate's degrees and vocational certificates and offers transfer programs for students looking to continue their education at a four year institution but save on costs. Additionally, short programs (one year or less) for certification are offered for specialized training. Programs are also available for high school students who wish to start the college education early.
Some programs offered include:
Admission and Financial Aid
Admission into LATTC requires the completion of the online application and payment of fees, after which the student is assigned a number ID And proceeds to register for classes. Class enrollment gives priority to those who register early. The deadline for enrollment is one day prior to the start of classes.
Financial aid is available in the form of federal /state grants, loans and scholarships. Filling out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) form and providing all pertinent information will help a student identify if they qualify for financial aid.
Athletics
LATTC participates in intercollegiate sports I the southwest conference against ten other schools. Sports programs offered include:
- Cross Country
- Water Polo
- Basketball
- Track and Field
- Swim
The school colors are violet and gold, and the mascot is the Beaver.
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Can Complete Preparation With Specialization
- Website
- www.lattc.edu

- Mission Statement
- Provide our students and community with high-quality technical and professional educational options that flexibly meet their life-long career development and academic goals; foster a climate of life-long learning; prepare our students to participate effectively in our democratic society; and generate economic development with our educational, governmental, community and business partners.
- Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Public Urban-Serving Multicampus
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Higher Part-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Large Two-Year
- East Los Angeles College (ELAC)
Monterey Park, CA 91754
6 Miles Away - Los Angeles City College (LACC)
Los Angeles, CA 90029
4 Miles Away
- Los Angeles Harbor College
Wilmington, CA 90744
17 Miles Away - Los Angeles Mission College (LAMC)
Sylmar, CA 91342
22 Miles Away
- Los Angeles Southwest College (LASC)
Los Angeles, CA 90047
7 Miles Away - Los Angeles Valley College (LAVC)
Valley Glen, CA 91401
14 Miles Away
- West Los Angeles College
Culver City, CA 90230
8 Miles Away

South Campus
President's Office, Student Services/Administration Building

West Facade, Student Services/Administration Building
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- Admission Links
- Admissions: http:
- Online Application: Apply Online
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: LATTC Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 85%
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | - | 43% | 85% | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | - | $3,860 | $610 | - |
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $722 | $566 | $702 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $722 | $566 | $792 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $6,034 | $5,616 | $5,561 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,636 | $2,316 | $1,482 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $10,872 | $10,152 | $9,936 |
| Other Expenses | $3,996 | $3,870 | $3,348 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $4,140 | $3,870 | $3,330 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $2,358 | $2,882 | $2,184 |
| In-State | $2,358 | $2,882 | $2,274 |
| Out of State | $7,670 | $7,932 | $7,043 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $17,226 | $16,904 | $15,468 |
| In-State | $17,226 | $16,904 | $15,558 |
| Out of State | $22,538 | $21,954 | $20,327 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $6,498 | $6,896 | $5,514 |
| In-State | $6,498 | $6,896 | $5,604 |
| Out of State | $11,810 | $11,946 | $10,373 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 15,968 Undergraduate: 15,968
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 8,369 Female: 7,599
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 8,369 Female: 7,599
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 3,932 Part-Time: 12,036
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 3,932 Part-Time: 12,036
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 113 | 0.7% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 1,373 | 9% |
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 1,045 | 7% |
| Ages 18-19 | 2,120 | 13% |
| Ages 20-21 | 2,011 | 13% |
| Ages 22-24 | 2,339 | 15% |
| Ages 25-29 | 2,592 | 16% |
| Ages 30-34 | 1,617 | 10% |
| Ages 35-39 | 1,181 | 7% |
| Ages 40-49 | 1,835 | 11% |
| Ages 50-65 | 1,146 | 7% |
| Age Over 65 | 82 | 0.5% |
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 703 | 421 | 282 |
| Faculty Status | 463 | 193 | 270 |
| Tenured Faculty | 143 | 143 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 463 | 193 | 270 |
| Primarily Instruction | 463 | 193 | 270 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 13 | 13 | - |
| Other Professionals | 18 | 15 | 3 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 209 | 200 | 9 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 82 | 81 | 1 |
| Skilled Crafts | 15 | 13 | 2 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 48 | 47 | 1 |
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $74,800 (154) | $73,696 (85) | $76,160 (69) |
| Instructor | $74,800 (154) | $73,696 (85) | $76,160 (69) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $93,654 (39) | $96,990 (14) | $91,786 (25) |
| Instructor | $93,654 (39) | $96,990 (14) | $91,786 (25) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $75,170 (193) | $74,497 (99) | $75,878 (94) |
| Instructor | $75,170 (193) | $74,497 (99) | $75,878 (94) |
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 153 | 72 | 81 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 53 | 32 | 21 |
| Basketball | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Swimming and Diving | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Track and Field, Outdoor | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Volleyball | 15 | - | 15 |
| Water Polo | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $8,457 | $11,044 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $7,253 | $8,488 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Basketball | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Swimming and Diving | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Track and Field, Outdoor | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Volleyball | 1 | - | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Water Polo | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 55%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 24%
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 18% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 19% |
| Female | 16% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 25% |
| Unknown | 5% |
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Weapons Related | 1 | 1 |
| Drug Related | 28 | 20 |
| Liquor Related | 2 | 2 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Robbery | 2 | 5 |
| Aggravated Assault | 3 | - |
| Burglary | 28 | 12 |
| Vehicle Theft | 2 | 5 |
| Arson | - | 1 |