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Student guide · Fall Semester 2026

The semester, explained for Los Angeles City College

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall Semester 2026
Campus terms
9
Local details
17

Academic calendar

Fall Semester 2026 runs Aug 31, 2026 – Dec 20, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

6 entries
  1. Summer 8-Week Session 2026
  2. Summer Session 2026
  3. Summer Session II 2026
  4. Fall Semester 2026Relevant now
  5. Winter Intersession 2027
  6. Spring Semester 2027

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Campus language

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9 terms

A

ASO
Associated Student Organization (the student government body)

C

CARE
Cooperative Agencies Resources for Education (support for single parents)
City
Common shorthand name for Los Angeles City College
Cub Store
The campus bookstore and convenience shop that sells snacks and supplies

E

EOPS
Extended Opportunity Programs and Services for students with economic or educational disadvantages

F

FYE
First Year Experience program for new students

O

OSS
Office of Special Services (provides support for students with disabilities)

S

Student Union
The primary hub for food services and the campus cafeteria

T

The Quad
The central outdoor grassy area where students gather between classes

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

17 details
cafeteria_in_the_student_union
Cafeteria in the Student Union
Canvas
The Learning Management System used for online course materials and assignments
CC
Cesar Chavez Administration Building
CH
Clausen Hall (Music building)
Cranium Cafe
The virtual platform used for online counseling and student service appointments
cub_snack_shop
Cub Snack Shop
DH
Da Vinci Hall (Art and Architecture building)
FH
Franklin Hall
harry_s_food_truck
Harry's Food Truck
HH
Holmes Hall
JH
Jefferson Hall
Late Start
Short-term classes that begin several weeks into the standard semester
LS
Life Science Building
Sci
Science and Technology Building
SIS
Student Information System; the online portal used for registration, grades, and financial aid
SU
Student Union
U-Pass
A reduced-fare Metro transit pass available to students enrolled in a minimum number of units

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
Fall Semester 2026 runs Aug 31, 2026 – Dec 20, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
9 approved campus terms and 17 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Get to know your university

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Find a few communities to try at Los Angeles City College

These are things we discovered from public campus sources. We are constantly looking for more.

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  • Major-aligned clubs, pre-professional groups, and research communities.
  • Performing arts, visual arts, student publications, film, and music.
  • Cultural orgs, identity communities, and faith-based groups.
  • Volunteer groups, civic engagement, mutual aid, and student government.
  • Outdoor clubs, intramural sports, club sports, and rec center programs.
  • Entrepreneurship, hackathon teams, makerspaces, and engineering project teams.
  • Casual hangouts, interest groups, and open events without applications.

DormWay is still mapping student communities at this campus.

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Life in Los Angeles for Los Angeles City College Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Los Angeles.

Timezone

Pacific Time (PT)

Median Rent

$2,200

Cost of Living Index

175

Student Population

600,000

City Transportation

Walkability

65

Bikeability

55

Public Transit

Los Angeles Metro Rail, Metro Bus, Santa Monica Big Blue Bus, Metrolink commuter rail

Nearest Airports

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), Hollywood Burbank Airport, Long Beach Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Mediterranean

Avg Annual Temp

64°F

Avg Snowfall

0.1 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Lot 1

surface_lot

Requires a day pass from the meter or a general student permit.

Lot 3

other

Reserved for students with preferred parking permits; also used for Theater production patrons.

Lot 4

surface_lot

Strictly for Faculty and Staff only.

Campus News

Latest updates from Los Angeles City College

L.A. college district cancels housing proposal amid allegations

The Los Angeles Community College District canceled a major housing proposal for LACC and other campuses following allegations regarding the bidding process.

Sep 4, 2026

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LACCD Final Budget 2026-2027

The proposed budget for the Los Angeles Community College District for the 2026-2027 fiscal year was presented to the Board of Trustees for approval.

Sep 2, 2026

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LACC uses the Everbridge Emergency Notification App and Nixle (text CUBS to 888777) for emergency alerts.

LACC uses the Everbridge Emergency Notification App and Nixle (text CUBS to 888777) for emergency alerts.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Los Angeles City College

LACC Founder's Day

September 9, 2026

In front of the Student Union Building

LACC celebrates 97 years of excellence and achievement with a ceremony at 12:30pm.

LACC Health and Wellness Center Open House

September 10, 2026

Wesley Center, Building 120

Open house event from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm to showcase health and wellness resources.

Pride Hub Open House

September 10, 2026

Student Union Room 219

Open house for the campus Pride Hub from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm.

Safe Zone Training

September 14, 2026

Student Union Room 219

Training session from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm focused on LGBTQ+ allyship and safety.

National Voter Registration Day

September 15, 2026

In Front of Student Union

Voter registration drive from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm.

LACC Extension Pharmacy Technician Program FREE Info Session!

September 22, 2026

Online

Information session for the Pharmacy Technician program from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@losangelescitycolleg.edu

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