Irvine Valley College
School Notes Overview:
Irvine Valley College is an accredited, comprehensive institution of higher education, dedicated to excellence and committed to meeting the current and future learning needs of the diverse communities it serves. As an educational institution within the South Orange County Community District, the college provides a broad range of programs and courses. Student learning outcomes and student success are the measure of quality for all offerings....
School Overview:
- Community College Avg.
| County | Orange County, CA | - |
| Title IV Eligible | Yes | Yes |
| Carnegie Classification | Associate of Arts Colleges | Associate of Arts Colleges |
| Institution Level | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs |
| Institution Control | Public | Public |
| Full-Time Undergraduate | 2,626 students | 1,020 students |
| Part-Time Undergraduate | 7,175 students | 1,443 students |
| Total Enrollment | 9,801 students | 2,213 students |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid | 25% | 78% |
| % Students Receiving Federal Grants | 17% | 46% |
| Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received | $2,989 | $2,845 |
| % Students Receiving State/Local Grants | 23% | 29% |
| Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received | $864 | $1,275 |
| % Students Receiving Loans | 3% | 38% |
| Avg. Amount Of Loan Received | $3,213 | $3,143 |
School Notes:
- Irvine Valley College is an institution of higher learning that seeks to deliver innovative instruction and student services programs, provide opportunities for student success and enter into dynamic community partnerships. The college maintains high educational standards as measured by student learning outcomes including skills and knowledge gained.
- The college serves students seeking to transfer, enhance career skills, obtain a degree or certificate, or improve basic skills. The college also provides student support services, community education, opportunities for lifelong learning, cultural experiences, and activities promoting economic development and partnerships with the community. The central purpose of these programs and services is the education of students to think critically and act responsibly within the global community.
- IRVINE VALLEY COLLEGE combines a small-college environment with modern facilities and equipment, dedicated staff, and an excellent faculty who combine knowledge and experience with a sincere commitment to student learning.
- IVC has student government, over 20 student clubs, and co-curricular programs, including award-winning Model United Nations, Forensics, and Administration of Justice teams. Throughout the year there are art exhibits, concerts, dance and theatre performances, and special events. The 13 IVC men's and women's athletic teams include state and national champions.
- Irvine Valley College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, an institutional accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation and the U.S. Department of Education.
- Profile last updated: 08/22/2008.
In the News:
- Kids share their inventions with Jay Leno (Irvine World News)
posted on March 18, 2010 at 02:37:59 pm
NORTH TUSTIN – Three elementary school students got their 15 minutes of fame Wednesday night on "The Tonight Show" with Jay Leno. Fourth-grader Isabella Garcia of Arroyo School in Tustin, fifth-grader Evan Kim of Santiago Hills School in Irvine and... - Probolsky: Riding with the other Irvine police force (Irvine World News)
posted on March 18, 2010 at 12:23:00 pm
On a random Wednesday evening I recently found myself in a police car on the Irvine Valley College campus. Despite the fact that I had probably exceeded the speed limit on the way there and might have an unpaid parking citation or two, I had not been... - Things to do in Tustin: International food festival; job search help (Tustin News)
posted on March 18, 2010 at 07:02:07 am
Thursday, Mar. 18Get the best Technical Training in Orange County at ATEP. Register Now!. ATEP's campus is located at the corner of Red Hill and Valencia Avenues in Tustin and is serving more than 500 students with course offerings from our sister... - Baseball. Gauchos Host New Mexico State for 3 Games This Weekend (UC Santa Barbara Athletics)
posted on March 17, 2010 at 06:12:12 pm
- his second in three weeks - one of the spots on the Collegiate Baseball/Louisville Slugger Team of the Week and was named to the College Baseball Foundation's weekly "National All-Star Lineup." Hollands is 2-0 with a 2.05 ERA and opponents are hitting just .184 against him, which is third-lowest in the Big West. - Tustin, Irvine kids on Leno's 'Tonight Show' (Orange County Register)
posted on March 15, 2010 at 11:02:33 pm
NORTH TUSTIN – Come Wednesday morning, fourth-grader Isabella Garcia won't be sitting in her classroom at Arroyo Elementary School. Instead, the 10-year-old will be riding in a limo with her mother, on the way to "The Tonight Show" with Jay Leno....
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