- The University of Antelope Valley was a private, for-profit university in Lancaster, California. It offered master's, bachelor's, and associate degrees as well as certificate programs and continuing education courses.
School Highlights
University of Antelope Valley serves 578 students (93% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the state community college average of 32:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 77%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 578 students
- Acceptance Rate: 77%
- Student:teacher ratio: 4:1
- Minority enrollment: 95%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
University of Antelope Valley ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Programs offered
School Overview
The teacher population of 137 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
University of Antelope Valley
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
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
137 staff
315 staff
Number of Programs Offered
30
12
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of University of Antelope Valley has declined by 28% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 has decreased from 5:1 over five years.
The University of Antelope Valley diversity score of 0.73 is more than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
578 students
9,796 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
32:1
# Full-Time Students
539 students
1,259 students
# Part-Time Students
39 students
8,537 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
622 students
242 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
516 students
1,250 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
23 students
63 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
34 students
8,299 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
5 students
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
85 students
121 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
n/a
% Asian
19%
13%
% Hispanic
1%
47%
% Black
44%
7%
% White
5%
23%
% Hawaiian
14%
1%
% Two or more races
12%
5%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
3%
3%
Diversity Score
0.73
0.70
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
98%
26%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
73%
43%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) (Year 2013)
$27,800
$34,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
37%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$13,388
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,250
$6,239
Acceptance Rate
77%
94%
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of University of Antelope Valley?
The acceptance rate of University of Antelope Valley is 77%, which is lower than the state average of 94%.
What is University of Antelope Valley's ranking?
University of Antelope Valley ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Average community college minority breakdown and Most Programs Offered.
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