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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Laguna Beach, CA

Laguna College of Art and Design

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in CA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$35,650

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

77.6%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

63.1%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$47,867

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Laguna College of Art and Design is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Laguna Beach, CA. With a competitive tuition profile of $35,650, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 63.1% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$142,600

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

8.0 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$17,867

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$36,070

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$214,740

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Laguna College of Art and Design is $27,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
74.9%
25.1%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
43.9%
Hispanic
22.6%
Asian
17.8%
Two or more
7.9%
International
4.3%
Black
2.1%
Unknown
0.6%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.5%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.4%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$35,650

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$36,856
$30k - $48k$39,821
$48k - $75k$39,513
$75k+$44,804

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$27,000
Pell Grant Recipients31.4%
Using Federal Loans46.5%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment61.3%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$11,841
Pell Grant Recipients33.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

83.5%

Success

63.1%

In-State Cost

$35,650

Age 25+ Students

18.3%

Carnegie Class

Special Focus: Other Technology

Working at 6yr

185 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Laguna Beach (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Laguna Beach (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.