School Highlights
Valley College of Medical Careers serves 121 students (100% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 77%.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Enrollment: 121 students
- Minority enrollment: 100%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Valley College of Medical Careers ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
Completion Rates
School Overview
Valley College of Medical Careers
(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
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
n/a
315 staff
Student Body
The student population of Valley College of Medical Careers has grown by 51% over five years.
The Valley College of Medical Careers diversity score of 0.56 is less than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has declined by 18% over five years.
Total Enrollment
121 students
9,796 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
32:1
# Full-Time Students
121 students
1,259 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
8,537 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
n/a
242 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
121 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
5%
n/a
% Asian
12%
13%
% Hispanic
n/a
47%
% Black
61%
7%
% White
n/a
23%
% Hawaiian
22%
1%
% Two or more races
n/a
5%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
3%
Diversity Score
0.56
0.70
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
65%
42%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
43%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
96%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$8,369
$10,063
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,823
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
93%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley College of Medical Careers's ranking?
Valley College of Medical Careers ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Average community college minority breakdown, Percent of students receiving financial aid and Highest completion rates.
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