San Bernardino Valley College
About San Bernardino Valley College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
San Bernardino Valley College has taught in the Inland Empire since 1926. Business, psychology and nursing are its largest programs, and most of its students are working toward a transfer to a California university.
Founded
1926
Location
San Bernardino, California
Students
12,234
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
27.9%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,196
Out-of-state: $14,382
Avg Net Price
$18,943
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$39,676
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
27.9% complete their degree within three years
Retention
81.1%
Transfer Out
8%
Teaching Quality
24:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
35.2%
$/Student
$3.8K
Class Size
Large
The 27.9% graduation rate is below average, but 81.1% 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
$1,196
In-State
$14,382
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,380
Total Cost of Attendance
$22,678
After Financial Aid
$18,943
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$18,446
Receive Grants
24.9%
Take Loans
0.6%
Tuition is $1,196/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $18,943.
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 San Bernardino Valley College fund their education.
While in School
24.9%
Get Grants
Free money
0.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$16,948
Median Family Income
After Graduation
N/A
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
N/A
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends San Bernardino Valley College.
Gender
58.3%
Female
42%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
12,234
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
59.5%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
41.8%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 58% of the student body. 59.5% 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: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
12,234
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
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
San Bernardino Valley College fields 8 varsity teams with 273 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
8
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
273
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
69% / 31%
189
Men
84
Women
6
Men's Teams
6
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of San Bernardino Valley Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$39,676
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$44K
214 grads
4yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$45K
110 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
—
104 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
—
80 grads
Accounting and Related Services
—
40 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
37 grads
Median earnings are $40K 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.