Las Positas College Livermore, CA
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Overview of Las Positas College |
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Mission Statement
The Mission of Las Positas College is to foster growth and success, both in its students and in its community. The College strives to fulfill this Mission by offering high-quality, comprehensive educational programs and services. It augments and strengthens its Mission by partnering with local businesses and organizations to promote the welfare of its students and the economic and social health of its service area.
Las Positas College:
Enables students to transfer to baccalaureate-granting institutions;
Prepares students for career entry and advancement;
Provides basic skills and English as a Second Language instruction;
Delivers quality, substantive student support services; and
Fosters student success through committed, exceptional faculty and staff.
Las Positas College offers its students a strong instructional foundation for its students and aims to cultivate in them:
The ability to think critically;
An understanding and respect for difference and diversity;
Read more… />The ability to make humane, informed, and ethical decisions;
The willingness to adapt to change in the workplace; and
The desire to participate in society as responsible citizens.
Quick Facts
9,153 students
100% admitted
$864 tuition/year
- 3,350 full time
- 5,803 part time
- 1,657 men full time
- 1,693 women full time
- open enrollment
- $6,024 out of state
- $30 fees
- N/A room & board
- $1,656 books
At a Glance
| Institution Type: | Public |
| Campus Setting: | Rural area, on fringe of an urban area |
| Highest Degree Offered: | Associate's |
| Level of Institution: | At least 2 but less than 4 years |
| Calendar: | Semester |
9,153 Students
Reviews: In Three Sentences
- Whitney from Livermore, CA
“Las Positas is a very caring College. They put their students first. They make sure they are in a very comfortable environment.…”
- Jun-11-2012 » Read More
- Chris from Tracy, CA
“There are several excellent teachers and staff that I have interacted with. For vocational training and support, I believe that this school is a top tier college.…”
- Jan-07-2012 » Read More
- DiJon from Tracy, CA
“excellent learning facility easily accessible wonderful teaching staff…”
- Jan-23-2012 » Read More
- Tawny from Livermore, CA
“las positas is a good campus with knowledgeable professors. unfortunately it isn't very challenging. it could be very easy to get stuck at this school.…”
- Jan-24-2012 » Read More
- Vanessa from Livermore, CA
“Las positas college is a great school. The resources provided are very helpful. I enjoy the environment at the school.…”
- Jan-26-2012 » Read More
Las Positas College
- Located in Livermore, CA
- Public
- 9,153 students enrolled
- - admitted
- $864 annual cost to attend
Reviews
Student Responses to Review Topic: Am I Enjoying Being Here
- Kurt from Dublin, CA
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Sep-29-2011
I am
a current student here
In addition to the awesome faculty, the student life is great here too. I moved to this area just a few months ago and have already made a great number of friends through classes and student organizations.
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- Katlyn from Livermore, CA
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Feb-08-2011
I am
a current student here
Many people categorize junior college as a continuation of high school. I do not agree. The majority of my professors here have been extremely helpful and I find that most really do want their students to succeed and do well. I have enjoyed my experience, and have done very well for myself.
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