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Laney College
Oakland, California · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 900 Fallon Sreet, Oakland, CA 94607 · Phone: (510) 834-5740 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Laney College is a public trade and career school in Oakland, California, offering cosmetology, construction trades, and culinary programs, accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges.
Laney College has a 31.2% completion rate, below the state average of 64.2%, and graduates earn a median of $37,282 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Laney College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, is available, and 16.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $35,360 | $38,660 | $49,030 |
| Construction laborers | $40,950 | $60,270 | $78,520 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $37,380 | $64,500 | $81,040 |
| Machinists | $37,440 | $57,190 | $74,210 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $44,520 | $58,060 | $70,400 |
| Electricians | $46,800 | $76,160 | $103,000 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 35 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Associate degree | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Carpenters | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | 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
Laney College is a public trade and career campus in Oakland, California, accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The college awards 18 program families, with its top trade programs being cosmetology (45 completers), construction trades (39 completers), and culinary & pastry arts (28 completers).
Federally reported outcome data shows a completion rate of 31.2%, which is below the state average of 64.2%. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are $37,282. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 16.0% of students receive Pell Grants, suggesting a modest share of the student body with demonstrated financial need.
Laney College serves a large-city population of roughly 6,842 undergraduates, with 132 trade completers reported in the data. The mix of shorter career-training programs, such as cosmetology and culinary arts, alongside construction trades programs, may suit students seeking hands-on, occupation-focused training, though specific program lengths are not reported here. Anyone considering enrollment should independently verify accreditation status through the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges and review current outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before applying.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Laney College offers 18 program families, with the top trade programs being cosmetology (45 completers), construction trades (39 completers), and culinary & pastry arts (28 completers).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Laney College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, Laney College 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 31.2%, which is below the state average of 64.2%, according to federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (510) 834-5740 or check the College Scorecard for details.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are $37,282, per the U.S. Department of Education 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?
Laney College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for state-level funding, though specific costs are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the available data; contact the school at (510) 834-5740 or visit laney.edu for program-specific timelines.
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 outcome data directly on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?117247.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers programs like cosmetology, culinary arts, and construction trades that are commonly associated with hands-on, occupation-focused training, though specific fit for career changers is not detailed in the data provided.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Laney College at (510) 834-5740 or visit https://laney.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?117247 to compare similar institutions.
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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.