- With student learning as its primary focus, Evergreen Valley College’s mission is to empower students to expand their human potential and to succeed in a global, multicultural society. The College provides access to comprehensive and flexible post-secondary education to prepare students of all ages and backgrounds for balanced and productive lives and to improve the workforce and quality of life in our community.
School Highlights
Evergreen Valley College serves 9,336 students (22% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 49:1 is higher than the state community college average of 44:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the state average of 77%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 9,336 students
- In-state tuition: $1,326
- Out-state tuition: $7,010
- Student-teacher ratio: 49:1
- Minority enrollment: 87%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 190 teachers has declined by 44% over five years.
Evergreen Valley College
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
0
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
0
Institution Control
Public
0
Total Faculty
190 staff
72 staff
Number of Programs Offered
-2
8
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Evergreen Valley College has grown by 7% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 49:1 has increased from 28:1 over five years.
The Evergreen Valley College diversity score of 0.68 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
9,336 students
6,838 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
49:1
44:1
# Full-Time Students
2,034 students
1,022 students
# Part-Time Students
7,302 students
5,816 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
518 students
381 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,034 students
967 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
96 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
7,302 students
5,798 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
21 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
140 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
38%
12%
% Hispanic
39%
46%
% Black
3%
7%
% White
13%
23%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
3%
5%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
2%
6%
Diversity Score
0.68
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
35%
42%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$40,000
$34,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $1,326 is more than the state average of $1,236. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,010 is more than the state average of $6,577. The out-state tuition has declined by 15% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,326
$1,236
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,010
$6,577
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
82%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,937
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,300
$6,272
Acceptance Rate
n/a
81%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Evergreen Valley College (EVC) is an established energetic institution located on a picturesque 175 acre site in the eastern foothills of San Jose. Planning for the college began on July 1, 1964, when the San Jose/ Evergreen Community College District officially became an independent college district. By November 16, the Board of Trustees had approved an outline for a comprehensive study to develop a master plan for the District. Citizens' advisory committees were formed to assess the educational needs of the District. The Learning Resource Center, which opened in Fall 1979, houses the Library, Media Services, Counseling Services, Transfer/Career Center, Disabled Student Services, Testing Center, Student Health Services, Financial Aid and Apple Computer Laboratory. In addition, the Learning Resource Center includes Montgomery Hall, a 250 seat multipurpose facility available for instruction and Community Service activities. Like other California public community colleges, Evergreen Valley College is a tax-supported college and has comprehensive curricular offerings through day, evening, and weekend classes. Evergreen Valley College joins San Jose City College in serving residents of the 303 square mile San Jose/ Evergreen Community College District. The District includes the areas served by Milpitas and San Jose Unified School Districts, together with the Eastside Union High School District. Residents who are high school graduates, or at least 18 years of age, may attend either college, as there are no attendance boundaries within the District.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Aileen Lopez Sulzinger - Founder of Aileen1Design, Class of 1992. -
- JP Tran - Senior Product Designer at Intuit, Class of 2010. -
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Evergreen Valley College cost?
Evergreen Valley College's tuition is approximately $1,326 for In-State students and $7,010 for Out-State students.
Who are famous alumni from Evergreen Valley College?
Evergreen Valley College famous alumni include: Aileen Lopez Sulzinger - Founder of Aileen1Design, Class of 1992. and JP Tran - Senior Product Designer at Intuit, Class of 2010..
In what neighborhood is Evergreen Valley College located?
Evergreen Valley College is located in the Evergreen neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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