Ventura College
About Ventura College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Ventura College has taught on the southern California coast since 1925 and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. The sciences and business are its largest programs, and most of its students are working toward a transfer.
Founded
1925
Location
Ventura, California
Students
10,150
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
38.5%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,426
Out-of-state: $9,615
Avg Net Price
$-982
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$43,430
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
38.5% complete their degree within three years
Retention
74.3%
Transfer Out
4%
Teaching Quality
27:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
40.2%
$/Student
$5.8K
Class Size
Large
The 38.5% graduation rate is below average, but 74.3% 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
$1,426
In-State
$9,615
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
$9,306
After Financial Aid
$-982
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$-1,913
Receive Grants
26.2%
Take Loans
0.8%
Don't let the $1,426 sticker price scare you. Most students pay around $-982 after financial aid, a 169% discount. Families earning under $30K pay closer to $-1,913.
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 Ventura College fund their education.
While in School
26.2%
Get Grants
Free money
0.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$22,347
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$13,876
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$147/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $13,876, 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 Ventura College.
Gender
56.8%
Female
43%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
10,150
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
56.7%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
26.7%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 57% of the student body. 56.7% 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
10,150
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
Ventura College fields 13 varsity teams with 462 student athletes, about 5% of the student body.
Division
CCCAA
California Community College Athletic Association
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
13
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
462
5% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
65% / 35%
302
Men
160
Women
9
Men's Teams
10
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Ventura Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$43,430
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$32K
1207 grads
4yr Earnings
Biological and Physical Sciences
$58K
432 grads
4yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
183 grads
Psychology, General
—
150 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
—
109 grads
Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other
—
98 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.