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Syllabus to schedule
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Free student access
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Life in Oakland for Laney College Students
Everything you need to know about living and studying in Oakland.
Timezone
Pacific Time (PT)
Median Rent
$1,979
Cost of Living Index
151
Student Population
65,000
City Transportation
Walkability
75
Bikeability
65
Public Transit
AC Transit, BART, Amtrak Capitol Corridor, San Francisco Bay Ferry
Nearest Airports
Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport, San Francisco International Airport, San Jose Mineta International Airport
Climate Averages
Climate
Mediterranean
Avg Annual Temp
59°F
Avg Snowfall
0 in
Campus Operations Snapshot
Student Facilities
Laney College Library
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Laney College Gymnasium
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Laney College Student Center
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Facility Services Office
Monday – Thursday 8:00am – 4:30pm
Business and Administrative Services
Monday – Friday 8:00am – 4:00pm
Physical Plant / Maintenance
Monday – Friday 6:30am – 4:30pm
Campus News
Latest updates from Laney College
General Campus Safety Notice
Laney College emphasizes the importance of community involvement in maintaining campus safety. Students are encouraged to report suspicious activities and utilize the PeraltaSafety app for updates. The college also employs Student Safety Aides to enhance security.
Earthquake Preparedness
The Great California Shakeout was held on October 16, 2025, to test emergency preparedness. Participants were advised to DROP, COVER, and HOLD ON during the drill.
Laney College President's Report – October 14, 2025
Laney College hosted Transfer Day, connecting students with four-year colleges and universities. The report also highlights a national adviser award for Journalism Chair Eleni Gastis, major growth in the MESA STEM program, and expanded student leadership opportunities.
Oct 14, 2025
Read MorePeralta set to launch campus shuttle service in December
Peralta Community College District will launch a new campus shuttle service in December, improving transportation options for Laney College students and staff.
Oct 6, 2025
Read MoreUpcoming Events
What's happening at Laney College
Laney Children’s Center Halloween Festival
October 31, 2025 at 10:30 AM
TBD
A festive Halloween celebration with costumes, trick-or-treating, and activities for the Laney community.
Campus Details
Academic System
Semester
Email Domain
@laney.edu
Current Term: Fall Semester 2026
Start: August 24, 2026
End: December 19, 2026
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