Yakima Valley College
About Yakima Valley College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Yakima Valley College teaches in the orchard and vineyard country of central Washington and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution with dormitories. Nursing and business are its largest programs, and it teaches many of the children of the people who work the harvest.
Founded
1928
Location
Yakima, Washington
Students
2,770
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
29.3%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,312
Out-of-state: $5,873
Avg Net Price
$11,843
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$43,499
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
$30
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
29.3% complete their degree within three years
Retention
Not reported
Transfer Out
16.6%
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
96.4%
$/Student
$8.5K
Class Size
Medium
The 29.3% 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
$5,312
In-State
$5,873
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$8,928
Books & Supplies
$528
Total Cost of Attendance
$21,199
After Financial Aid
$11,843
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$10,543
Receive Grants
38.1%
Take Loans
7.2%
The total cost of attendance runs about $21,199/yr, including $8,928 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $11,843.
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 Yakima Valley College fund their education.
While in School
38.1%
Get Grants
Free money
7.2%
Take Loans
Must repay
$23,450
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$13,966
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$148/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $13,966, 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 Yakima Valley College.
Gender
69.9%
Female
30%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,770
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
55.6%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
29.6%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 70% of the student body. 55.6% 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: Small
Campus Quick Facts
2,770
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Quarter calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Yakima Valley College fields 5 varsity teams with 104 student athletes, about 4% of the student body.
Division
Other
Association not listed by the survey
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
5
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
104
4% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
41% / 59%
43
Men
61
Women
2
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Yakima Valley Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$43,499
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$27K
355 grads
1yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
$55K
47 grads
4yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$78K
43 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
23 grads
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$51K
23 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$41K
20 grads
4yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $36K 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.