San Joaquin Valley College-Visalia

8344 W Mineral King Ave
Visalia, CA 93291
Top Ranked (2025): View Rankings
  • San Joaquin Valley College - Careers start here. Better opportunities and increased financial stability could be just around the corner. Get the skills needed in today's competitive job market with accelerated programs in medical, technical, and business fields.
  • Founded in 1977, SJVC is an accredited private junior college with campuses located throughout California - including an Online division - offering a balance of classroom instruction and hands-on training to meet your needs.
  • FINANCIAL AID: Financial aid is available to qualified students in the form of federal grants, loans, work-study, scholarships and institutional payment plans.
  • ACCREDITATION: San Joaquin Valley College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, Western Association of Schools and Colleges, 10 Commercial Blvd., Suite 204, Novato, CA 94949, (415) 506-0234, an institutional accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation and the U.S. Department of Education. Additional information about accreditation, including the filing of complaints against member institutions, can be found at: www.accjc.org. San Joaquin Valley College is a private institution and is approved to operate as an accredited institution in the state of California by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE). BPPE physical address: 2535 Capitol Oaks Drive, Suite 400, Sacramento, CA 95833; mailing address: P.O. Box 980818, West Sacramento, CA 95798-0818; phone (916) 431-6959; toll free (888) 370-7589; fax (916) 263-1897; website: www.bppe.ca.gov
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School Highlights

San Joaquin Valley College-Visalia serves 3,687 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the state community college average of 32:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 77%.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Enrollment: 3,687 students
  • Private-state tuition: $16,606
  • Acceptance Rate: 75%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 6:1
  • Minority enrollment: 80%
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Programs offered

School Overview

The teacher population of 635 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
San Joaquin Valley College-Visalia
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Special Focus Four-Year: Other Health Professions Schools
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
635 staff
315 staff
Number of Programs Offered
31
12
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of San Joaquin Valley College-Visalia has declined by 44% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 has increased from 3:1 over five years.
The San Joaquin Valley College-Visalia diversity score of 0.61 is less than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has declined by 8% over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,687 students
9,796 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
32:1
# Full-Time Students
3,687 students
1,259 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
8,537 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
368 students
242 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
3,687 students
1,250 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
63 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
8,299 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
121 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
6%
13%
% Hispanic
58%
47%
% Black
7%
7%
% White
20%
23%
% Hawaiian
1%
1%
% Two or more races
1%
5%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
5%
3%
Diversity Score
0.61
0.70
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
47%
28%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
32%
43%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,900
$34,700

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The private state tuition of $16,606 is less than the state average of $17,819. The private state tuition has grown by 28% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$16,606
$17,819
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,673
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$6,239
Acceptance Rate
75%
93%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • San Joaquin Valley College is an accredited private junior college committed to the professional success of its students and graduates. Founded in 1977, SJVC has 15 campuses across California, offering more than 20 accelerated Associate of Science degree programs in business, medical and technical fields. Students benefit from a balance of class-room instruction and real-world experience, learning the skills they need to go straight to work in today's competitive job market. San Joaquin Valley College offers degree and certificate programs in business, medical and technical fields. We are committed to providing the best of both general and vocational education. With a core of general education courses alongside specialized career training, SJVC enables graduates to receive their Associate of Science degree in addition to any career specific certifications and licensure preparedness. The Visalia Campus, founded in 1977, was the first of seven San Joaquin Valley College campuses. Located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley, the campus serves students and employers in all neighboring communities between Fresno and Bakersfield. San Joaquin Valley College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for community and junior colleges of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), an institutional accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation and the U.S. Department of Education.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does San Joaquin Valley College-Visalia cost?
San Joaquin Valley College-Visalia's private state tuition is approximately $16,606.
What schools are San Joaquin Valley College-Visalia often compared to?
San Joaquin Valley College-Visaliais often viewed alongside schools like College of the Sequoias by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of San Joaquin Valley College-Visalia?
The acceptance rate of San Joaquin Valley College-Visalia is 75%, which is lower than the state average of 93%.
What is San Joaquin Valley College-Visalia's ranking?
San Joaquin Valley College-Visalia ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Percent of students receiving financial aid and Most Programs Offered.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Enrollment: 3,687 students
  • Private-state tuition: $16,606
  • Acceptance Rate: 75%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 6:1
  • Minority enrollment: 80%
  • Source: Verified school update

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For California public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $1,516 per year for in-state students and $6,779 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $17,819 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in California is 77%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

California community colleges have a diversity score of 0.70, which is lower than the national average of 0.74. The most diverse community college in California is Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Fremont. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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