Students are our focus at Porterville College. We are committed to providing an excellent educational experience to our diverse community in an environment that fosters student learning and success. In promoting a student-centered learning environment, we commit ourselves to innovation, respect, collaboration, collegiality and participatory governance.
School Highlights
Porterville College serves 5,624 students (27% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 29:1 is lower than the state community college average of 32:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 77%.
Quick Stats (2025)
Enrollment: 5,624 students
In-state tuition: $1,322
Out-state tuition: $7,006
Student:teacher ratio: 29:1
Minority enrollment: 87%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
The student population of Porterville College has grown by 29% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 29:1 has increased from 20:1 over five years.
The Porterville College diversity score of 0.34 is less than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
5,624 students
2,311 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
32:1
# Full-Time Students
1,519 students
1,232 students
# Part-Time Students
4,105 students
8,299 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
562 students
240 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,519 students
1,155 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
63 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
4,105 students
8,457 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
140 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
3%
13%
% Hispanic
80%
47%
% Black
1%
7%
% White
13%
23%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
2%
5%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
3%
Diversity Score
0.34
0.70
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.2659%
0.4221%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.4304%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,100
$34,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $1,322 is more than the state average of $1,236. The in-state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,006 is more than the state average of $6,547. The out-state tuition has declined by 29% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,322
$1,236
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,006
$6,547
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
96%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
n/a
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
n/a
$6,239
Acceptance Rate
n/a
92%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
With students as our focus, Porterville College provides our
local and diverse communities an excellent educational experience
that fosters intellectual curiosity and growth, lifelong learning,
and prepares our students for personal and academic success.
In support of our values and philosophy, Porterville College
will:
Provide quality academic programs to all students who are
capable of benefiting from community college instruction.
Provide comprehensive support services to help students achieve
their personal, vocational and academic potential.
Prepare students for transfer and success at four-year
institutions.
Provide courses and training to prepare students for employment
or to enhance skills within their current careers.
Provide developmental education to students who need to enhance
their knowledge and understanding of basic skills.
Recognize student achievement through awarding degrees,
certificates, grants, and scholarships.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Porterville College cost?
Porterville College's tuition is approximately $1,322 for In-State students and $7,006 for Out-State students.
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Quick Stats (2025)
Enrollment: 5,624 students
In-state tuition: $1,322
Out-state tuition: $7,006
Student:teacher ratio: 29:1
Minority enrollment: 87%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
For California public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $1,236 per year for in-state students and $6,547 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $20,392 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.
