- Welcome to San Bernardino Valley College! For over 91 years, SBVC has offered the highest quality college education in liberal arts, science, technology, business, and the humanities. Our certificates cover many popular, in-demand, and emerging professions, including nursing, geographic information systems, and water supply technology. At SBVC, we make it a point to stay in touch with our educational and business partners to make sure that we are offering programs that area employers look to for qualified graduates. Our faculty and classified professionals reflect our community and combine academic preparation with a love of teaching to create a caring learning environment. Many of our professors and instructors have doctoral degrees and extensive industry experience, allowing them to pass on solutions to the real-world challenges you will face in your career. SBVC's mission is to prepare students for transfer to four-year universities, to enter the workforce by earning applied degrees and certificates, to foster economic growth and global competitiveness through workforce development, and to improve the quality of life in the Inland Empire and beyond.
School Highlights
San Bernardino Valley College serves 14,055 students (26% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 77%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 14,055 students
- In-state tuition: $1,238
- Out-state tuition: $4,420
- Minority enrollment: 89%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
San Bernardino Valley College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 237 teachers has declined by 62% over five years.
San Bernardino Valley College
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Year Founded
1926
Total Faculty
237 staff
72 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of San Bernardino Valley College has grown by 15% over five years.
The San Bernardino Valley College diversity score of 0.50 is less than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has declined by 7% over five years.
Total Enrollment
14,055 students
6,838 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
59:1
44:1
# Full-Time Students
3,659 students
1,022 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
10,396 students
5,816 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
14,055 students
2,055 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
3,659 students
967 students
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
10,396 students
5,850 students
% Asian
5%
12%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Hispanic
69%
46%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Black
10%
7%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% White
11%
23%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Two or more races
4%
5%
% Unknown races
1%
6%
Diversity Score
0.50
0.71
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
20%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,200
$34,300
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $1,238 is equal to the state average of $1,238. The in-state tuition has declined by 10% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,420 is less than the state average of $6,634. The out-state tuition has declined by 45% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,238
$1,238
Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,420
$6,634
Tuition Notes
$46 per unit for California residents, $406.00 for non-resident applicants
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
72%
85%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Graduates
$2,400
$9,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,500
$5,500
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Sports
BaseballBasketball
Cross CountryFootball
SoccerSoftball
Track and FieldVolleyball
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- The mission of San Bernardino Valley College is to prepare students to transfer to four-year colleges and universities; to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in business, industry and the professions; to advance the state and region's economic growth and global competitiveness through continuous workforce development; to work in partnership with the local community to improve the quality of life in the Inland Empire; and to prepare students for active participation in a multicultural society. The faculty and staff of San Bernardino Valley College are committed to student success and to teaching and service excellence. There are so many new changes happening on campus. Our new Library opened last June and we are beginning to use the new Health and Life Science building. The new Administration building should be completed by the end of the year. San Bernardino Valley College is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, an institutional accrediting body recognized by the Commission on Recognition of Post Secondary Accreditation and The U.S. Department of Education.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does San Bernardino Valley College cost?
San Bernardino Valley College's tuition is approximately $1,238 for In-State students and $4,420 for Out-State students.
What sports does San Bernardino Valley College offer?
San Bernardino Valley College offers 8 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is San Bernardino Valley College's ranking?
San Bernardino Valley College ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Least expensive tuition, Average community college minority breakdown and Largest student body.
In what neighborhood is San Bernardino Valley College located?
San Bernardino Valley College is located in the Valley College neighborhood of San Bernardino, CA.
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