Porterville College

Porterville, California · Public, 2-year

At a glance

Average net price

$12,301

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

33.8%

Admission rate

Not available

Undergrad size

2,834

In-state tuition

$1,438

Out-of-state tuition

$11,308

Cost of attendance

$20,730

Median earnings (10y)

$36,328

Admissions

SAT average
Not available
ACT midpoint
Not available
Retention
Not available
Locale
Suburb

Programs breakdown

21 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (36%), social sciences (35%), trades & services (13%).

  • STEM5%
  • Health4%
  • Business7%
  • Humanities & arts36%
  • Social sciences35%
  • Trades & services13%

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

28 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Associate's261
Social Sciences, General.Associate's260
Biological and Physical Sciences.Associate's178
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services.Undergraduate certificate100
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services.Associate's98
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Associate's86
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Associate's61
Communication and Media Studies.Undergraduate certificate52
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.Undergraduate certificate46
Sociology.Associate's41
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.Associate's37
History.Associate's32
Communication and Media Studies.Associate's28
Agricultural Business and Management.Associate's27
Computer and Information Sciences, General.Associate's21
Mathematics.Associate's19
Public Administration and Social Service Professions, Other.Associate's17
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.Associate's15
English Language and Literature, General.Associate's13
Political Science and Government.Associate's13
Fine and Studio Arts.Associate's13
Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics.Associate's8
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Undergraduate certificate8
Engineering, General.Associate's6
Biology, General.Associate's5
Fire Protection.Undergraduate certificate5
Design and Applied Arts.Associate's5
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Undergraduate certificate5

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 Porterville College

Porterville College is a mid-sized institution located in Porterville, California, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 2,834 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Social sciences, Family & consumer sci, Liberal arts.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Porterville College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $12,301 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $1,438 for in-state students and $11,308 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $20,730 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 33.8%, a average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $36,328 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Porterville College confers degrees and certificates across 21 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Social sciences, Family & consumer sci, Liberal arts. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (36% of credentials), social sciences (35% of credentials), trades & services (13% 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 Porterville, California (suburb), Porterville 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 Porterville College

Q.How much does Porterville College cost?

The average net price at Porterville College is $12,301 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $20,730.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Porterville College?

Porterville College has a 6-year graduation rate of 33.8% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How much do Porterville College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Porterville College graduate earns $36,328 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Porterville College?

Published tuition is $1,438 in-state and $11,308 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Porterville College located?

Porterville College is located in Porterville, California (ZIP 93257).

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 Porterville College at their official website.