School Highlights
San Joaquin Valley College-Rancho Mirage serves 256 students (100% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 77%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Minority enrollment: 91%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
San Joaquin Valley College-Rancho Mirage ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Programs offered
School Overview
San Joaquin Valley College-Rancho Mirage
(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
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Number of Programs Offered
14
8
Student Body
The student population of San Joaquin Valley College-Rancho Mirage has grown by 79% over five years.
The San Joaquin Valley College-Rancho Mirage diversity score of 0.36 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
256 students
2,140 students
# Full-Time Students
256 students
1,022 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
256 students
2,055 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
256 students
967 students
% Asian
2%
12%
% Hispanic
79%
46%
% Black
2%
7%
% White
9%
23%
% Two or more races
1%
5%
% Unknown races
7%
6%
Diversity Score
0.36
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
57%
42%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid (Year 2022)
98%
84%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Profile last updated: 04/28/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Joaquin Valley College-Rancho Mirage's ranking?
San Joaquin Valley College-Rancho Mirage ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Average community college minority breakdown and Most Programs Offered.
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