San Joaquin Valley College-Central Administrative Office

3828 W. Caldwell Ave.
Visalia, CA 93277
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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 20:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 95%.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • 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:

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Attribute

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)
Associates--Public Special Use
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
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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 decreased from 7:1 over five years.
The San Joaquin Valley College-Central Administrative Office diversity score of 0.55 is less than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has grown by 12% over five years.
Total Enrollment
99 students
5,744 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
2:1
20:1
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# Full-Time Students
99 students
813 students
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# Part-Time Students
n/a
4,931 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
349 students
302 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
99 students
813 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
1 students
63 students
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California All Graduation Breakdown
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
4,962 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
140 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
13%
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% Asian
3%
6%
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% Hispanic
63%
1%
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% Black
5%
46%
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% White
23%
5%
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% Hawaiian
3%
24%
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% Two or more races
n/a
4%
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% Non Resident races
1%
n/a
% Unknown races
1%
1%
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Diversity Score
0.55
0.71
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
32%
27%
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.38%
0.4884%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$24,900
$34,700
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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
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
85%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$16,163
$10,500
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,332
$6,239
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Acceptance Rate
55%
80%
This chart displays the percent admitted of San Joaquin Valley College-Central Administrative Office and the community college average percent admitted of California by year, with the latest 2009-10 school year data.
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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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • 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)

Did You Know?

Kern County, CA community colleges have a diversity score of 0.66, which is lower than the national average of 0.75. The most diverse community college in Kern County, CA is Cerro Coso Community College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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