Porterville College
About Porterville College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Porterville College teaches at the foot of the Sierra Nevada in the San Joaquin Valley and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. The social sciences and sciences are its largest programs.
Founded
1927
Location
Porterville, California
Students
2,834
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
33.8%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,438
Out-of-state: $11,308
Avg Net Price
$12,301
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$36,328
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
33.8% complete their degree within three years
Retention
50.6%
Transfer Out
4%
Teaching Quality
19:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
41%
$/Student
$7.0K
Class Size
Large
The 33.8% 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
$1,438
In-State
$11,308
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
$20,730
After Financial Aid
$12,301
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$12,113
Receive Grants
35.2%
Take Loans
0.1%
Tuition is $1,438/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $12,301.
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 Porterville College fund their education.
While in School
35.2%
Get Grants
Free money
0.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$18,303
Median Family Income
After Graduation
N/A
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
N/A
Monthly Payment
N/A
Default Rate
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Porterville College.
Gender
63.5%
Female
37%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,834
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
63%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
26.3%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 64% of the student body. 63% 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: Small
Campus Quick Facts
2,834
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Porterville College fields 8 varsity teams with 170 student athletes, about 6% of the student body.
Division
CCCAA
California Community College Athletic Association
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
8
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
170
6% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
54% / 46%
91
Men
79
Women
5
Men's Teams
7
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Porterville Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$36,328
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Social Sciences, General
—
142 grads
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
—
131 grads
Biological and Physical Sciences
—
80 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
38 grads
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
—
34 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
—
25 grads
Median earnings are $36K 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.