- Treasure Valley Community College is dedicated to providing quality lifelong learning and cultural opportunities in response to the needs of our communities within available resources.
School Highlights
Treasure Valley Community College serves 1,483 students (46% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the state community college average of 24:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 45%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 1,483 students
- In-state tuition: $5,424
- Out-state tuition: $5,904
- Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
- Minority enrollment: 49%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Treasure Valley Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 79 teachers has declined by 58% over five years.
Treasure Valley Community College
(OR) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private not-for-profit
Year Founded
1962
Campus Size
90 acres
Total Faculty
79 staff
20 staff
School Calendar
AccreditationAccred.
Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU)
Student Body
The student population of Treasure Valley Community College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 has increased from 9:1 over five years.
The Treasure Valley Community College diversity score of 0.63 is less than the state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has grown by 22% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,483 students
1,376 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
24:1
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Full-Time Students
688 students
212 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
795 students
1,164 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
1,483 students
327 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
688 students
212 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
795 students
1,164 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
128 students
297 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Hispanic
23%
19%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Black
1%
3%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% White
51%
55%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Unknown races
23%
10%
Diversity Score
0.63
0.65
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
26%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,800
$31,000
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $5,424 is more than the state average of $4,098. The in-state tuition has declined by 7% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $5,904 is less than the state average of $6,824. The out-state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,424
$4,098
Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,904
$6,824
Tuition Notes
$117 per credit for Oregon residents
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
83%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Graduates
$13,400
$12,875
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,052
$6,359
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Treasure Valley Community College was founded in the fall of 1962 as part of the Oregon Community College system. Classes were originally conducted at Ontario High School during the late afternoon and evening hours. The College celebrated its first graduation ceremony the following spring when students enrolled in the one-year Licensed Practical Nursing program completed their studies. Beginning with a solitary building, TVCC moved to its present location in the fall of 1965. Several other buildings were added during the next year and today the campus houses 13 major buildings. TVCC has five locations in Eastern Oregon, and one in Western Idaho. Our main campus, established in 1964, is in Ontario, Oregon. The college has outreach centers in Nyssa, Burns and Lakeview, Oregon, and a branch campus in Caldwell, Idaho. Treasure Valley Community College is located on a 90-acre campus near the center of Ontario, Oregon, a city of approximately 10,000 people. Campus buildings include residence halls, a professional-technical complex, a multi-purpose activities center, and a modern gymnasium. In addition, TVCC is the site of the Malheur County/Oregon State University Extension Service and Eastern Oregon University Outreach Center. The College is dedicated to high quality, up-to-date instruction; typically a low student/instructor ratio; effective low cost education; and a pleasant college atmosphere. TVCC continues to grow and change to meet the needs of both its students and the community it serves. Academic Programs and Departments includes Adult Education, Agriculture/Rodeo, Art, Athletics, BizCenter, Business, Building Construction Technologies at SRCI, Cisco Networking Academy, Community & Continuing Education, Computer Science, Division of Extended Learning, Drafting, English/Foreign Language, Library, Mathematics, Natural Resources, Nursing, Performing Arts, Science, Social Science, Welding, WINGS and Workforce Training & Education.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Treasure Valley Community College cost?
Treasure Valley Community College's tuition is approximately $5,424 for In-State students and $5,904 for Out-State students.
What is Treasure Valley Community College's ranking?
Treasure Valley Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Oregon for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Treasure Valley Community College is College of Western Idaho (36.2 miles away)
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
College of Western Idaho
Public
5500 East Opportunity Drive
Nampa, ID 83687
(208) 562-3000
Nampa, ID 83687
(208) 562-3000
36.2 miles
Enrollment: 11,015 students Student-teacher ratio: 36:1 Acceptance rate: 97% In-state tuition: $4,264 Out-state tuition: $7,200 Minority enrollment: 31%
Carrington College-Boise
Private for-profit
1299 North Orchard Street
Boise, ID 83706
(208) 377-8080
Boise, ID 83706
(208) 377-8080
45.0 miles
Enrollment: 478 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Acceptance rate: 96% Minority enrollment: 54%
Stevens-Henager College
Private not-for-profit
1444 Entertainment Avenue
Boise, ID 83709
(208) 383-4540
Boise, ID 83709
(208) 383-4540
45.4 miles
Enrollment: 77 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
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Pendleton, OR 97801
(541) 276-1260
Pendleton, OR 97801
(541) 276-1260
145.8 miles
Enrollment: 1,407 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 In-state tuition: $6,188 Out-state tuition: $8,618 Minority enrollment: 58%
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Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 522-2500
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 522-2500
156.3 miles
Enrollment: 2,967 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Acceptance rate: 100% In-state tuition: $4,203 Out-state tuition: $5,203 Minority enrollment: 51%
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