Since its founding in 1967, Los Angeles Southwest College, home of the Cougars, has been devoted to social justice, closing equity gaps, and being a leader within the community to create intentional social change. We pursue academic excellence at all levels and are devoted to empowering students.

With cutting edge facilities and program offerings, our college provides a safe space for students to find their voice, find their passion, and find the freedom to live the lives they want to live. We take pride in our high academic standards, our excellent programs and services, and our approach to meeting each unique student’s personal needs to find success at LASC.