Success in the Academy & FAQ
The requirements for entering the program are as follows:
- You have a high school diploma or GED
- You are interested in earning an Associate Degree in Business or Psychology
- You have ready access to a computer with a web cam, internet access, and the ability to reliably stream live video
- You have an overall high school GPA of 2.6 or higher OR at least two years of full-time employment
- You currently live or reside in the state of California*
*Veterans who are California residents, and active duty military deployed from a California base are also eligible.
The following factors will increase your likelihood of success in the program
Take some time to go through the QUEST Online Learning modules to see if your computer skills are at the appropriate level for this program and to learn more about how Canvas, our course management system, works.
The LACC Online Academy is a full-time curriculum, and you can expect to spend at least twenty (20) hours on course work per week.
General course work in English, Communication Studies, and Philosophy will include papers and essay examinations. Knowledge of proper English grammar, structure, and organization will be expected.
The business and psychology degrees include a statistics class. In addition, several of the important business courses, specifically economics and accounting, require a strong math foundation. We will support you in improving your math skills through tutoring and access to online assessments and opportunities to refresh and practice your skills. The first math class doesn’t start until your second semester, so there is plenty of time for you to get prepared.
This is an intensive program that requires a commitment to studying and independent learning. Demonstrated success in prior schooling is one indication of likely success in college, although certainly not the only one!!
This program is designed for a cohort, with all students taking their classes together. If you have successfully completed fewer than 3 of the program courses, you may still be eligible to participate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Los Angeles City College (LACC) is the oldest of the Los Angeles Community Colleges, celebrating almost 90 years of educational excellence.
Located minutes from Hollywood and neighboring Silver Lake and Echo Park, the campus provides a wide range of professional and vocational programs at a fraction of the cost of state and private colleges. Our programs include certificates, transfer programs and degrees.
LACC provides a dynamic and innovative learning environment offering more than 100 vocational and professional programs including degrees, transfer programs, and certificates to more than 18,000 students.
The Associate in Science in Business Administration for Transfer is designed for students who would like to transfer to a California State University (CSU) to complete a bachelor’s degree with a major in Business Administration or related field. Students acquire broad fundamental knowledge of the theory and practice of business, and the skills needed to successfully apply their knowledge in a professional environment. Students who complete the degree meet minimum CSU eligibility requirements as an upper-division transfer and fulfill major preparation requirements for admission in the Business Administration major (in approved concentrations) and/or related majors that have been deemed similar to the AS-T
Learn more about the AS-T degree in Business
The Associate of Arts in Psychology for Transfer Degree is designed for students who would like to transfer to a California State University (CSU) to complete a bachelor’s degree with a major in Psychology or a related field. The degree provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the major theoretical perspectives in the field of psychology as well as a solid foundation in conducting and analyzing psychological research. The degree fulfills major preparation requirements for admission to a CSU in the Psychology major. Please note that none of the CSU institutions currently offer a fully online Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, although a number of other universities offer this option, including Southern New Hampshire University, Purdue University Global, University of Florida, and Colorado State University.
Learn more about the AA-T degree in Psychology
Tuition at LACC is $46 per unit for California residents. That means that a 60 unit AS-T or AA-T degree from the LACC Online Academy costs only $2,760*!
*Price excludes fees, text books, and lab costs
All of the books and materials for your courses will be available for purchase and delivery from the LACC Bookstore.
In addition, many books and materials are also available for purchase through online retailers, or local stores.
That's no problem. The LACC Online Academy will support you in improving your math skills through tutoring and access to online assessments, which will provide you with opportunities to refresh and practice your skills.
The first math class doesn’t start until your second term, so there is plenty of time for you to get prepared!
No. Questions about work experience are included on the application as a consideration to working adults, and those without strong high school GPAs.
Not necessarily. Your high school GPA will be considered as a part of the application, but 2 years of full time work experience is also enough to qualify you for the program.
The LACC Online Academy will make every reasonable effort to accommodate the particular needs of each student.
If you would like to speak with someone about receiving accommodations for a specific disability, please contact the Office of Special Services.
Please have a look at our step by step registration guide for more information on the enrollment process.
If you still require assistance, please send an email to onlinedegree@lacitycollege.edu with a short description of the issue you are experiencing.
A new entering class for the program begins every August and February (subject to demand).
Failing or not completing a class will not disqualify you from continuing in the Online Academy.
After the program is completed you will have ample opportunities to retake any classes online or face to face.
Always attempt to resolve the issue with the instructor directly, their contact information will be available within the class syllabus.
If you are unable to resolve the situation directly, please send an email to onlinedegree@lacitycollege.edu with a short explanation of the issue and your attempts to resolve it.
Absolutely! Completetion of the LACC Online Academy program qualifies you to participate in the LACC Graduation Ceremony.
Our graduation ceremony is held each year at the historic Greek Theatre in the heart of Hollywood, and we would love for you to be a part of it!
Questions?
If you would like more information about the program or have any questions, please send an email to onlinedegree@lacitycollege.edu.