Mission

The mission of Los Angeles City College is to promote accessible and equitable learning to benefit the diverse local and global communities we serve. We empower students to achieve their educational and career goals by providing pathways to support their completion of associate degrees, certificates, transfer requirements, career and technical education, and foundational skills programs.

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Core Values

  • The Pursuit of Truth
  • A Dedication to Learner-Centered Teaching and Discovery
  • An Unwavering Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Access
  • A Campus of Empathy, Belonging, Dignity, and Respect
  • Growth and Transformation Through Institutional Accountability, Transparency, Integrity, and Humility

Goals

GOAL 1: Clarify the path for students.
Ensure that programs will help students meet their educational goals.

GOAL 2: Help students enter the path.
Support students in choosing and beginning a program of study.

GOAL 3: Keep students on the path.
Provide support for students to complete their program of study.

GOAL 4: Ensure students are learning.
Ensure that programs support learning through intentional outcomes.

GOAL 5: Use resources efficiently.
Provide adequate resources to ensure completion of all Educational and Strategic Master Plan goals.

Download the LACC Educational and Strategic Master Plan (PDF)