What Is It Known For?
Classes first started on May 4, 1925, when Lassen Community College began as the Junior College department within Lassen Union High School District. Growing enrollment then pushed the school into a new building next to the high school by 1945.
March 1965 brought the modern era. The college separated from the high school district, established its own board of trustees, and started planning an independent campus. That 165-acre campus on Highway 139 opened in September 1971 and now has 39 structures, including classrooms, labs, a library, gymnasium, and recreation facilities.
Around 2,500 students now attend classes on this campus overlooking Susanville, Diamond Mountain, and the Sierra Nevada range. Eagle Lake sits just 20 miles away.
Degrees & Certifications
At Lassen Community College, students from different backgrounds can pursue certificates, associate degrees, bachelor’s degrees, and workforce skills training. The college also prepares you for transfer to four-year institutions.
With about 300 degrees and certificates earned each year, your program options include:
- Administration of Justice
- Automotive Technology
- Business
- Health Occupations
- Geographic Information Systems, and more.
Class Schedules
Day and evening courses at Lassen Community College accommodate varied schedules. Online, hybrid, and correspondence delivery methods add flexibility to the school’s traditional semester-length classes. Some programs offer shorter terms, too.
For healthcare students, clinical externships connect classroom theory to real medical environments. That hands-on component builds practical skills you’ll use in professional settings.
Is It a Good School?
Yes. The Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, part of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, accredits Lassen Community College. Both the Council for Higher Education Accreditation and the U.S. Department of Education recognize this accrediting body.
Acceptance Rate
100% acceptance rate. As an open-enrollment institution, Lassen Community College admits applicants who meet the basic requirements.
How Much Does Tuition Cost?
California residents pay $46 per unit. Through the Western Undergraduate Exchange, students from participating states pay $69 per unit. Non-resident costs include both enrollment fee and tuition, varying by course load:
- 6.1 or more units: $436 per unit (Fall 2025, Spring 2026, Summer 2026)
- 1 to 6 units: $241 per unit (Fall 2025, Spring 2026, Summer 2026)
Since no functional net price calculator currently exists, contact the school directly for personalized cost breakdowns and total attendance estimates.
Programs & Courses
Business
- Business
Criminal Justice & Law
- Social Work and Human Services
Healthcare
- Allied Health
- Registered Nursing
Skilled Trades
- Automotive Technology
- Fire Technology
- Gunsmithing
- Welding Technology
Technology
- Computer Information Systems
Campus Locations
Susanville 478-200 Hwy 139, Susanville, CA 96130