Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Pittsburg, California |
| Online | losmedanos.edu |
| School Type | Public 2 Year |
| Setting | Midsize Suburban |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | No |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
Los Medanos College is a public community college located in Pittsburg, California, approximately 40 miles east of San Francisco in Contra Costa County. The main campus sits on 120 acres of rolling hills overlooking the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta, with a modern architectural design featuring outdoor walkways and gathering spaces that connect its academic buildings. The college maintains a second campus center in Brentwood to serve the eastern portion of its district. Los Medanos offers more than 80 degree and certificate programs, with notable strengths in process technology, electrical and instrumentation technology, and nursing, along with comprehensive transfer programs to four-year institutions. The campus includes contemporary science laboratories, a library, student center, and child study center, though it operates primarily as a commuter college without on-campus housing.
Annual Cost to Attend
California Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,190 |
| Other Fees | $24 |
| Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living | $22,644 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $7,686 |
| Total One Year Cost | $32,832 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,190 |
| Other Fees | $24 |
| Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living | $22,644 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $7,686 |
| Total One Year Cost | $40,532 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 37% |
| Health Professions | 21% |
| Mechanic and Repair Technologies | 11% |
| Work and Family Studies | 8% |
| Business | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=117894 IPEDS survey data for Los Medanos College.
Current students may use the Los Medanos College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025