San Joaquin Valley College-Central Administrative Office

3828 W. Caldwell Ave.
Visalia, CA 93277
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School Highlights

San Joaquin Valley College-Central Administrative Office serves 99 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the state community college average of 44:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the state average of 77%.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 99 students
  • Private-state tuition: $14,642
  • Acceptance Rate: 40%
  • Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
  • Minority enrollment: 77%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

San Joaquin Valley College-Central Administrative Office ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

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Attribute

School Overview

The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
San Joaquin Valley College-Central Administrative Office
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Colors
Blue and Gold
Total Faculty
46 staff
72 staff
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of San Joaquin Valley College-Central Administrative Office has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 2:1 has decreased from 7:1 over five years.
The San Joaquin Valley College-Central Administrative Office diversity score of 0.55 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
99 students
2,140 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
44:1
# Full-Time Students
99 students
1,022 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
99 students
2,055 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
99 students
967 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
1 students
96 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
3%
12%
% Hispanic
63%
46%
% Black
5%
7%
% White
23%
23%
% Hawaiian
3%
n/a
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
1%
6%
Diversity Score
0.55
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
32%
27%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years) (Year 2023)
38%
49%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$24,900
$34,700

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The private state tuition of $14,642 is less than the state average of $18,639. The private state tuition has grown by 46% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$14,642
$18,639
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$16,163
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,332
$6,272
Acceptance Rate
40%
81%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does San Joaquin Valley College-Central Administrative Office cost?
San Joaquin Valley College-Central Administrative Office's private state tuition is approximately $14,642.
What is the acceptance rate of San Joaquin Valley College-Central Administrative Office?
The acceptance rate of San Joaquin Valley College-Central Administrative Office is 40%, which is lower than the state average of 81%. San Joaquin Valley College-Central Administrative Office's acceptance rate is ranked among the top community colleges in California with low acceptance rates.
What is San Joaquin Valley College-Central Administrative Office's ranking?
San Joaquin Valley College-Central Administrative Office ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Lowest acceptance rates and Percent of students receiving financial aid.
In what neighborhood is San Joaquin Valley College-Central Administrative Office located?
San Joaquin Valley College-Central Administrative Office is located in the West Park Community neighborhood of Visalia, CA.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 99 students
  • Private-state tuition: $14,642
  • Acceptance Rate: 40%
  • Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
  • Minority enrollment: 77%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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