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School Highlights
San Joaquin Valley College-Central Administrative Office serves 99 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the state community college average of 32:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the state average of 77%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 99 students
- Private-state tuition: $14,642
- Acceptance Rate: 55%
- Student:teacher ratio: 2:1
- Minority enrollment: 77%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
San Joaquin Valley College-Central Administrative Office ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
San Joaquin Valley College-Central Administrative Office
(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
46 staff
294 staff

Student Body
The student population of San Joaquin Valley College-Central Administrative Office has declined by 67% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 2:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The San Joaquin Valley College-Central Administrative Office diversity score of 0.55 is less than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has grown by 12% over five years.
Total Enrollment
99 students
2,311 students

Student : Teacher Ratio
2:1
32:1

# Full-Time Students
99 students
1,232 students

# Part-Time Students
n/a
8,299 students


# Enrollment Undergraduate
349 students
240 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
99 students
1,155 students

# Full-Time Graduate Students
1 students
63 students



# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
8,457 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
140 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a

% Asian
3%
13%

% Hispanic
63%
47%

% Black
5%
7%

% White
23%
23%

% Hawaiian
3%
1%

% Two or more races
n/a
5%

% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
1%
3%


Diversity Score
0.55
0.70

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
32%
27%

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.38%
0.4304%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$24,900
$34,700

Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $14,642 is less than the state average of $20,392. The private state tuition has grown by 46% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$14,642
$20,392

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
85%

Median Debt for Graduates
$16,163
$10,500

Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,332
$6,239

Acceptance Rate
55%
80%

Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does San Joaquin Valley College-Central Administrative Office cost?
San Joaquin Valley College-Central Administrative Office's private state tuition is approximately $14,642.
What is the acceptance rate of San Joaquin Valley College-Central Administrative Office?
The acceptance rate of San Joaquin Valley College-Central Administrative Office is 55%, which is lower than the state average of 80%.
What is San Joaquin Valley College-Central Administrative Office's ranking?
San Joaquin Valley College-Central Administrative Office ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.
In what neighborhood is San Joaquin Valley College-Central Administrative Office located?
San Joaquin Valley College-Central Administrative Office is located in the West Park Community neighborhood of Visalia, CA.
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