Antelope Valley Community College District
About Antelope Valley Community College District
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Antelope Valley College teaches in Lancaster, in the high desert north of Los Angeles, and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. The social sciences, business and criminal justice are its largest programs, and it trains students for the aerospace plants around Edwards Air Force Base.
Founded
1929
Location
Lancaster, California
Students
11,534
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
34.4%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,124
Out-of-state: $9,548
Avg Net Price
$3,860
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$36,526
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
34.4% complete their degree within three years
Retention
Not reported
Transfer Out
6.5%
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
24:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
24.2%
$/Student
$8.0K
Class Size
Large
The 34.4% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$1,124
In-State
$9,548
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$900
Total Cost of Attendance
$12,931
After Financial Aid
$3,860
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$3,012
Receive Grants
41.9%
Take Loans
3.7%
Tuition is $1,124/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $3,860.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Antelope Valley Community College District fund their education.
While in School
41.9%
Get Grants
Free money
3.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$13,661
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$12,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$133/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $12,500, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Antelope Valley Community College District.
Gender
55.9%
Female
44%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
11,534
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
56.2%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
31.4%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 56% of the student body. 56.2% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
11,534
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Antelope Valley Community College District fields 10 varsity teams with 313 student athletes, about 3% of the student body.
Division
CCCAA
California Community College Athletic Association
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
10
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
313
3% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
73% / 27%
230
Men
83
Women
8
Men's Teams
8
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Antelope Valley Community College Districtearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$36,526
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Social Sciences, General
$24K
332 grads
1yr Earnings
Biological and Physical Sciences
$64K
170 grads
4yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$26K
120 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$28K
119 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$27K
114 grads
4yr Earnings
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
—
108 grads
Median earnings are $37K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.