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Lassen Community College

Located in Susanville, California, Lassen College is surrounded by the natural beauty of the Sierra Nevada mountain range. Its tranquil setting and relaxed, small-town atmosphere provide an ideal environment for students to focus on their studies and engage in extracurricular activities. With a diverse student body, Lassen College is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that encourages student success and personal growth.

Lassen College offers a range of specialized programs in nursing, gunsmithing, business, administration of justice, liberal arts, and technology. Its Gunsmithing Program is the oldest in the US and offers degrees and certificates in firearm repair and general gunsmithing. Additionally, the college is known for its strong agricultural program, including courses in animal science, plant science, and natural resources management, as well as vocational and technical programs in fire technology, welding, and automotive technology. With its commitment to student success and its diverse range of programs, Lassen College provides an excellent educational experience for students of all backgrounds and interests. Its small student body of around 2,500 ensures personalized attention from faculty and staff. Lassen College is a perfect choice for students seeking an environment that fosters personal growth and academic excellence.

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478-200 Hwy 139
Susanville, California 96130

Setting: Rural

Housing Available: Yes

Enrollment at a Glance

3,586
Total Student Enrollment
23%
Full-time Students
77%
Part-time Students

College Outcomes

398
Certificates Awarded
412
Degrees Awarded
58%
Employed in Field of Study

Infographic data from the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office Management Information Systems Data Mart: Annual/Term Student Count Report (Fall 2024); Students FTES (Fall 2024); Program Awards (2024-2025); and Data Vista SWP Dashboard – Job Closely Related to Field of Study for CTE, 2021-2022 cohort. Retrieved October 23, 2025.

Fall 2024 Student Counts & Full-time/Part-time (Unit Load) Status Summary Report. Source: California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office Management Information Systems Data Mart (MIS)

Fall 2022. Source: U.S. Department of Education, National Center for Education Statistics, Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Employed in Field of Study: Among CTE students who responded to the CTE Outcomes Survey and who did not transfer to a postsecondary institution, the % who reported that they are working in a job very closely or closely related to their field of study. (Source: DataMart)

Certificates Awarded: Number of certifications conferred in 2024-2025 across all programs (Source: DataMart)

Degrees Awarded: Number of Associates degrees conferred in 2024-2024 across all programs (DataMart: MIS)

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