El Camino Community College

I was there in the International Students department to ask about the Student Visa procedure and the person in charge (Leo I think is his name) of that department is the innapropiate person to be there, International students need support and someone to undertand their needs.
I arrived and before me was an student from india telling this Leo guy how she was feeling overwhelmed with the classes cause she was finding hard to understand part of them and he just started YELLING at her!!! saying stuff like —then why did you get involve in that program if you are not intrested on learning, what are you going to do when classes get harder this is just the beging and you don´t understand what are you expecting in a few months that the class get more advance bla bla blaa yeeling so hard, I felt so bad for her and for all the other International students that go to that college.
He is a meeean person that does NOT know how to treat people!

I really hope that this doesn’t get me into any trouble as I am a continuing student lol.
ADMISSIONS OFFICE: the people who work there are quick and efficient with their jobs, no problem there. For counseling though if you’re a new student I suggest going to the FYE office located at the F building and getting into it, they are extremely helpful! Maria (the coordinator) is amazing at what she does and it really shows how much she cares for the program.
FINANCIAL AID OFFICE: located in the E building. It really depends on what day, what time, and who you get to assist you. I’ve had a variety of experiences every time I’ve gone in. Sometimes they’re kind and helpful at giving information, sometimes they’re really rude and can’t seem to be bothered. I always try to go when they aren’t too busy so they don’t rush and I can get all my questions in without feeling pressured to leave.
BURSAR OFFICE: Have your student ID/​CA ID, debit/​cash ready please. The lines get extremely long at the beginning of each semester and we’re all just trying to get it done as quickly as possible!
LIBRARY/​COMPUTER LAB: this is the newest building on campus therefore we aren’t allowed to bring in any food/​drinks inside (not even water). In the library you must have you student ID with the current term sticker to check out books and to borrow math /​science books. The computer lab is upstairs and you need your student ID with valid term sticker to even go in. Bring change to use the copy machine in the library and to print in the computer lab! 10 cents a paper. Btw THE RESTROOMS ARE ALWAYS CLEAN IN THIS BUILDING!
CAFETERIA: unfortunately this is the worst thing about this campus. There aren’t any fast food chains here, just the school cafeteria that has dirty + greasy food. They do have many of the things you’d find at a liquor store though (minus the alcohol, duh lol). If you drive I suggest going to the Alameda plaza not too far from the school for lunch, or 7 – 11 down the street on greenleaf.
Overall I don’t mind going to this school, I live nearby and although it’s not the best. I’m here for one thing and that is to get my AS and then I’m out to a 4-​year. Teachers are great and really hands on here as opposed to the larger campuses. Oh! Last thing, most classes are always available, but Math/​science are the ones you should add pretty early.

DO NOT COME HERE!!! The absolute worst campus I have ever gone to. First my car gets BROKEN INTO. The security guard tells me it’s my fault. The week following I try to print something out and the most disrespectful lady tells me I can’t use the computer unless I have an ID. (Which was stolen!!) she sent me to another office to get a voucher. There they wouldn’t let me get a voucher because I didn’t have a regular ID that was also stolen. PRINTING A CHEM LAB SHOULD NOT BE THIS HARD! Do not come here!!! The staff alone is reason to never come back. If I could go under 1 star I would.

the most unprofessional school in all of los angeles.
i’ve had to come here not once, but twice to get my financial aid cleared up and it’s an issue on their part.
i was cussed out the first time and the second time the man at the front desk insinuated i was crazy for not telling him how to do his job.
this place lost accreditation and just recently got it back. don’t waste your time this place will ruin your life.
go to el camino in torrance the education is way better. this place is a scam.

I first attended this campus earlier this year for Spring 2015 semester. I was enrolled in the EMT course. I honestly had no idea that this campus existed until I heard by word of mouth. Whoa! I have to say that I was amazed by it!
A small campus located right in the border line of Compton and North Long Beach, El Camino Compton campus is the second campus that is part of El Camino College which is located in Torrance. Their library inside looks amazing and new. They have a few buildings and some that they were still constructing at this time. They also do have a pretty sizeable football field. Parking is plentiful, as there is some by the filed as well as by the building by the student store. Since I was only coming once a week, I really was not able to see much of the campus. Hopefully this helps!

I absolutely love going to this school! I’m not ashamed to let anyone know that I graduated from El Camino College (Compton College). Don’t forget to check out the library. … Go Compton!

I just got out of class and I decided to sit inside my car to eat my salad. Since I am sick just being able to sit down to relax for a few minutes helped me feel better. While sitting in my car, I watched as students passed me by (mostly African American, Hispanics, and Samoans or somewhere from Asia) which for those not accustomed to seeing the faces might scare some away. Diversity is limited to these nationalities, but there are Asians or Americans scattered around.
Living in Compton is not for everyone. Many would quickly say «THE GHETTO» which is fine if you do not take it offensive. Yess, I have seen everything from car accidents, two Black girls pulling each others weaves in the middle of the street with cars honking and even heard the sound effects of the two girls bitch slapping each other (TRUE STORY!), and a man almost completely nakid except for a thong waiting on the corner of Long Beach Blvd.
Anyways back to El Camino Compton, the education you want depends on the classes you take, the teacher, and on the effort you put in to do well. Parking is limited. Are they going to make more spaces available? I do not know. It would be nice, but in the meantime I suggest leaving your houses early or getting dropped off. Students definitely give off the vibe of being from the hood. Blah! as long as it does not affect you just ignore it. There are multiple signs saying smoke free, but the irony of seeing a guy smoking only a few feet away is a pain because I despise the smell of smoke. Especially when I already feel sick!!!
The older classrooms are clearly outdated. OLD DESKS. CHALKBOARDS! what the heck!!! Again if you are looking for high tech or a newly equipped campus then you are obviously not at El Camino Compton. if you just want to get your classes and find it offered here then you are at an advantage. I am looking forward to working my butt off and being successful. I’ll keep updating about the school and my experience when time permits.
So far so good! Hopefully, it stays that way. Keep in mind safety precautions. Lock your doors and keep all your belongings within reach. You can never be too sure it is Compton you know.

my first thought about going here was «aww sh! t you gotta be kidding me» but when i got here i was like «alright this place isn’t bad at all». Aesthetically, it looks like an oversized middle school with big buildings and kinda gave off a depressing vibe, but after a couple of weeks this campus grew on me and learned to appreciate it for what it is and going here was really fun. The overall environment is SUPER chill and laid back. Campus is really quite and everybody is just focused on bettering themselves. Classes are fun and close-​knit as they’re pretty small (15 – 20 people) and professors don’t exactly have super high expectations. This place might not be for everyone, but i find it homey. Im transferring this fall and wish i took more classes here. i will sincerely miss this place. Much love from me :)

To the person who said there was no «sign» to let you know. There’s a GIANT bright red sign before entering the whole school stating that you NEED a parking permit 7days a week and it’s strictly enforced. It’s been there, mmm forever! And there’s many big yellow kiosk machines throughout the parking lots, so i think that’s pretty much saying something. I almost got myself a ticket for leaving my car unattended for like literally one minute with emergency lights on. The police there don’t really have much to do but drive around the parking lots ALL day long, so they do take notice on most every single car. –_​-​sucks! I think u missed that. But i also think students should be able to park free, it’s enough with fees and tuition. $ 3 a day isn’t nice, and $ 20 per semester still doesn’t seem fair. I think that they should be glad students want to attend their campus and each student should be given a parking validation upon class registration.
So those are the parking lot cons, but opposed to that OMG i cannot begin to tell u how much i LOVE being here at the Compton center! Only a person who is truly seeking knowledge and has a passion for something will be able to see how much potential this college has! I could go down the list, but I’ve got no time. I’ll be back later to state most the services (free of charge) that are provided to each and every student. I have nothing but great things to say, excluding the parking lots and limited parking space.

They campus is ugly and stuff feels like high school but getting classes is super easy and the counselors are very useful! Deff should consider coming here if you are tired of adding classes

Great place to walk and get in shape. Me and my husband would walk over here 2 days a week and run the bleachers. It is a safe location there is a security office near the field. You can walk thru the campus to back side on greenleaf and hit the exercise equipment on backside of campus. Walk the track. Lots of other people out here getting in shape also. If you live close you can walk or pay to park on campus or just park on the street for free

I went to the event to here. It was no sign to tell we need a parking permit. After we went back to the car, the parking ticket was there.
This college collects money from visitors who were not informed at all.
I will never ever visit this fraud college even any events in my life. I prefer to donate much nicer places, instead of this greedy place.

Hey… it’s knowledge…
I went to school at Santa Monica college for a year so my j judgments on this campus isn’t totally fair, i know the teaching is really good here. But the campus itself is very lackluster

This is a descent school. It’s not perfect, but way better than I thought. There are many class sections available And the smaller atmosphere seems a lil more intimate than the Torrance campus. I will say that this school, the campus, the people and the area are getting a lot better. I haven’t really had any problems attending here and the teacher’s for the most part are very good.

When I found out that had to go class here, I was like f@ck why me! But then attending the class was actually fun and easy since the class was small. Other than that this place looks like middle school. Also don’t bitch and complain that its in Compton scared that you gone get robbed at gun point by a nigga take a chance! shit i’ant dangerous around there it always quite, but it does hot as hell during the summer.

I admit, I was a little frightened about taking classes at Compton campus but that fright is long gone! There are plenty of reasons that students should keep in mind because this campus is a good alternative!
Pros:
Parking isn’t as cut throat vs. Torrance Campus.
Parking permit is cheaper. (use to be $ 12 but went up to $ 20, compared to $ 35 at Torrance)
Classes do not fill up as fast!
Majority of the campus is one level.
Close to the 91 freeway.
Cons:
Restrooms get disgusting at the end of the week.
Cafeteria closes early.
Bookstore is very tiny.

For the most part — its an okay school… Its actually easy — or at least the classes I took-​. The campus is actually really safe. I witnessed only one altercation during my entire 4 years studying at the campus. (yes, 4 years! undecided major). It was gang affiliated but they were simple minded young kids. The type I would personally look at and laugh.
I’m also pretty excited about the new construction. I hope they have more parking b/​c right now its complete HELL!

Honestly, I was a bit terrified when I found out I had to take a class at this campus. I mean, a couple of my friends have had pretty bad experiences in Compton area, let alone in the campus.
They are currently having construction done in some areas of the campus, so parking is a bit compromised. But let me tell you something, this campus isn’t so bad after all. Sure, it’s not as pretty as the campus in Torrance. Sure, it’s not as well lit in some areas. But the fact that it is located in this neighborhood resulted in having a lot of cops and school police roaming around constantly to ensure safety.
Overall, if you went to Unilocal to look for reviews about this campus to see if you should take a class (just like I did lol), then take it from me when I say «Go for it.»

While it is nice to be able to take classes here if you can’t find any at the main campus… THIS PLACE SUCKS.
Last semester I had a night class and I was followed by a man wearing a hoody who only ran away when I ran to another student.
This place is in major disrepair, water damaged dirty rooms, no toilet paper, soap or paper towel in the bathroom.
They are doing construction on the parking lots, but they are doing too much at once so parking is very limited and you can’t park in the neighborhood with out an permit.
This campus is defiantly a last resort.

You say tomato I say ta may toe
You say El Camino I say Compton College
Yea I know the people running Compton College in the 90’s and early 2000’s were as Crooked as a Pimp directing an all girls Choir… but …
I took classes here, volunteered, and worked out on the track here back then and I liked my experiences