At a glance
Average net price
$1,115
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
44.6%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
7,652
In-state tuition
$1,148
Out-of-state tuition
$8,852
Cost of attendance
$11,998
Median earnings (10y)
$34,487
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- Not available
- Locale
- Rural
Programs breakdown
26 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (50%), trades & services (15%), social sciences (15%).
- STEM8%
- Health8%
- Business4%
- Humanities & arts50%
- Social sciences15%
- Trades & services15%
- Liberal arts32.5%~2,486 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Interdisciplinary14.3%~1,096 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~652 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~616 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Psychology6.5%~496 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Social sciences5.5%~420 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science5.3%~402 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Business4.4%~334 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~196 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~178 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~144 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Engineering tech1.6%~125 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~94 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~65 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~65 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~57 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Agriculture0.5%~42 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Mathematics0.4%~34 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History0.4%~31 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~29 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~24 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Communication0.3%~21 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English0.2%~18 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education0.2%~13 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Engineering0.1%~11 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~5 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Undergraduate certificate | 1,158 | — | $6,176 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 797 | $12,572 | — |
| Biological and Physical Sciences. | Associate's | 626 | $16,769 | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate's | 374 | $18,385 | — |
| Psychology, General. | Associate's | 317 | $10,969 | — |
| Behavioral Sciences. | Associate's | 314 | — | — |
| Social Sciences, General. | Associate's | 182 | — | — |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Associate's | 93 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Undergraduate certificate | 90 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 88 | — | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 83 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Associate's | 82 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 80 | $61,127 | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Associate's | 57 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Undergraduate certificate | 53 | — | — |
| History. | Associate's | 52 | — | — |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 48 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Associate's | 45 | — | — |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers. | Undergraduate certificate | 44 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Associate's | 42 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Associate's | 37 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Associate's | 37 | — | — |
| Computer Software and Media Applications. | Associate's | 34 | — | — |
| Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 34 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Associate's | 32 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Associate's | 32 | — | — |
| Fire Protection. | Undergraduate certificate | 30 | — | — |
| Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 28 | — | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 26 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate's | 26 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Associate's | 22 | — | — |
| Computer Software and Media Applications. | Undergraduate certificate | 21 | — | — |
| American Sign Language. | Associate's | 20 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Associate's | 18 | — | — |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers. | Associate's | 18 | — | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 18 | — | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Associate's | 18 | — | — |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Associate's | 18 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 18 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Associate's | 17 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Imperial Valley College
Imperial Valley College is a large institution located in Imperial, California, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 7,652 undergraduate students in a rural setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Interdisciplinary, Homeland security & law enforcement.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Imperial Valley College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $1,115 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $1,148 for in-state students and $8,852 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $11,998 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 44.6%, a average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $34,487 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Imperial Valley College confers degrees and certificates across 26 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Interdisciplinary, Homeland security & law enforcement. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (50% of credentials), trades & services (15% of credentials), social sciences (15% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.
Location & campus
Set in Imperial, California (rural), Imperial Valley College draws students from across California and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Imperial Valley College
Q.How much does Imperial Valley College cost?
The average net price at Imperial Valley College is $1,115 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $11,998.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Imperial Valley College?
Imperial Valley College has a 6-year graduation rate of 44.6% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Imperial Valley College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Imperial Valley College graduate earns $34,487 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Imperial Valley College?
Published tuition is $1,148 in-state and $8,852 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Imperial Valley College located?
Imperial Valley College is located in Imperial, California (ZIP 92251).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Imperial Valley College at their official website.