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Platt College-Los Angeles

#2383 in US ranking Alhambra, CA
Type:
Private for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$30,242
Tuition & fees
$14,847
Avg. aid
$5,738
Receiving aid
85%

Outcomes

Graduation rate
63%
Median salary
$38,755
1 yr after graduation

What is the accreditation of Platt College-Los Angeles?

Platt College-Los Angeles is institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC). Institutional accreditation concerns the college as a whole; it is distinct from any accreditation that an individual health or other professional program may need.

Accreditation is relevant to federal student-aid eligibility, but a student must also meet program and individual aid requirements. It does not guarantee that another college will accept transfer credits or that a graduate will qualify for a professional license. Applicants considering a regulated occupation should confirm the specific Los Angeles campus program's current programmatic accreditation, state approval, and licensing pathway with the applicable accreditor and California licensing authority before enrolling.

What are the admission requirements at Platt College-Los Angeles?

Platt College-Los Angeles reports an open-admission policy for degree-seeking entrants and requires a high school completion credential, such as a diploma or recognized GED equivalent. Open admission should not be read as automatic entry into every program: capacity, prerequisite, health, or background-check rules can differ by course of study.

Applicants should be prepared to complete the college's application process and provide documentation of their prior education. Published summary information does not establish a campus-wide SAT or ACT threshold, essay requirement, or minimum GPA, so these should not be treated as universal conditions. Before applying, ask admissions for the current requirements and start dates for the exact program and credential, particularly if it includes clinical training or professional licensure.

What are the application fees and waivers at Platt College-Los Angeles?

A current standard application fee for Platt College-Los Angeles cannot be established from the available institutional figures. Applicants should obtain the amount, if any, from the Los Angeles campus's current application instructions before submitting an application.

Ask separately whether a fee waiver is offered and whether it must be approved before submission. An application fee is different from an enrollment deposit, tuition, or a program-specific expense; a quoted amount for one of those charges should not be mistaken for the cost of applying.

What types of ROTC programs are available at Platt College-Los Angeles?

No Army, Air Force, or Navy ROTC unit or cross-enrollment arrangement is established for Platt College-Los Angeles in the available institutional information. Applicants should not assume that being in the Los Angeles area makes them eligible to join a nearby university's ROTC program.

Anyone considering that route should ask the relevant ROTC host unit whether it accepts students from Platt College-Los Angeles, whether the intended credential qualifies, and how its class schedule would fit the college program. ROTC scholarships and participation can involve separate eligibility rules and military service obligations.

What are the requirements for transfer students at Platt College-Los Angeles?

Platt College-Los Angeles enrolls transfer-in students, but admission as a transfer applicant and acceptance of prior coursework are separate decisions. Institutional enrollment figures count 41 transfer-in degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.

Before relying on previously earned credits, applicants should request a written evaluation for their intended program. Provide official college transcripts and, where useful, course descriptions or syllabi; ask which courses satisfy specific requirements, whether any credits count only as electives, and how many credits must be completed at Platt. Applicants hoping to transfer out later should likewise ask the receiving institution about its policy rather than assuming Platt credits will transfer automatically.

What types of study abroad programs are available at Platt College-Los Angeles?

Platt College-Los Angeles does not have an established semester, exchange, or faculty-led study-abroad offering in the available institutional information. Students should not build an academic plan around an overseas term without approval from their program.

For a student considering an independently arranged program, the practical questions are whether its courses would satisfy Platt requirements, whether it would interrupt a required sequence or clinical placement, and whether financial aid could apply. Written academic and aid approval should come before committing to travel costs.

How to Apply to Platt College-Los Angeles

Early Decision

No

Early Action

No

Platt College-Los Angeles First-Year Students

Where first-year students come from

In-state: 102

Freshmen vs. transfer students

Freshmen: 102
Transfer: 41

Platt College-Los Angeles Admission Requirements

High school completions

General Educational Development (GED) required

Open admission policy

Yes

Dual credit

No

Credit for life experiences

No

Advanced placement (AP) credits

Yes

Special learning opportunities

Orientation program

Yes

Disabilities services

No

Off-campus study

No

Study abroad

No

Student can complete their preparation in certain areas of specialization

No

Preparation at another institution required

No

Approved by the state for initial certification or licensure of teacher

No

Data last updated on November 2, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.