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Lake Tahoe Community College
South Lake Tahoe, California · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: One College Drive, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 · Phone: (530) 541-4660 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Lake Tahoe Community College is a public trade/career school in South Lake Tahoe, California offering culinary and pastry programs, accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges.
Lake Tahoe Community College has a 45.0% completion rate, below the state average of 64.2%, and median earnings 10 years after entry of $36,657, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Lake Tahoe Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, can be used here, and 13.4% of students receive Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chefs and head cooks | $37,380 | $64,500 | $81,040 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in California (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Lake Tahoe Community College is a public, Title IV-eligible college in South Lake Tahoe, California, accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges. Among its offerings, the campus awards credentials in culinary and pastry programs, with two such programs making up its trade offerings.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 45.0%, which is below the state average of 64.2%. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $36,657. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 13.4% of students receive Pell Grants, and the campus serves roughly 3,660 undergraduates in a fringe rural locale.
This campus may suit students interested in culinary and pastry training in a small-town, rural-adjacent setting, though federal data does not specify program lengths, so fit for adult career-changers cannot be confirmed from these figures alone. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and program details directly with the college, and review outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling. Contacting the school directly is recommended for details not captured in federal reporting, including tuition, schedules, and specific program timelines.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Lake Tahoe Community College offers culinary and pastry programs, with two such programs listed in federal data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 45.0%, which is below the California state average of 64.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (530) 541-4660 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $36,657 per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Lake Tahoe Community College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition and eligibility for state and federal funding compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges and review outcomes on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?117195.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Federal data does not specify program lengths or scheduling, so fit for adult career-changers cannot be confirmed from these figures; contact the school for details.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for program-specific requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Lake Tahoe Community College at (530) 541-4660 or visit https://www.ltcc.edu/ for application information.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.