Los Angeles Valley College
About Los Angeles Valley College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Los Angeles Valley College teaches in the San Fernando Valley and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Business, the sciences and human development are its largest programs.
Founded
1949
Location
Valley Glen, California
Students
12,601
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
32.1%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,238
Out-of-state: $10,572
Avg Net Price
$12,152
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$42,678
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
32.1% complete their degree within three years
Retention
77%
Transfer Out
8.9%
Teaching Quality
27:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
31.6%
$/Student
$8.6K
Class Size
Large
The 32.1% graduation rate is below average, but 77% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$1,238
In-State
$10,572
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,062
Total Cost of Attendance
$20,546
After Financial Aid
$12,152
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$11,225
Receive Grants
25.6%
Take Loans
1.6%
Tuition is $1,238/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $12,152.
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 Los Angeles Valley College fund their education.
While in School
25.6%
Get Grants
Free money
1.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$14,713
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$10,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$111/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $10,500, 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 Los Angeles Valley College.
Gender
55.8%
Female
44%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
12,601
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
56.1%
First-Gen
26 yrs
Avg Age
41.8%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 26, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 56.1% 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
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
12,601
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Los Angeles Valley College fields 7 varsity teams with 253 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
CCCAA
California Community College Athletic Association
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
7
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
253
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
69% / 31%
174
Men
79
Women
5
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Los Angeles Valley Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$42,678
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
—
456 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$33K
199 grads
4yr Earnings
Biological and Physical Sciences
—
187 grads
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
—
136 grads
Economics
$45K
117 grads
4yr Earnings
Psychology, General
—
107 grads
Graduates earn about $34K six years out, growing to $43K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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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.