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Public2-year

West Valley College

Saratoga, California · Suburb: LargeOfficial Website ↗

#630
Nationally
#118
In California
$1,380
In-State Tuition
per year
7,272
Undergrad Enrollment
5,000–9,999
Overall Score & Rankings
55/100
Good
#630 nationally
#118 in California
🎓Graduation Outcomes50
💰Affordability50
📚Academic Environment50
🔬Program Breadth75

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology →

West Valley College is a public two-year community college located in Saratoga, California. The college enrolls approximately 7,272 undergraduate students. In-state tuition is $1,380 per year ($9,210 out-of-state), below average for public institutions.

Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$1,380/yr
In-State Fees$110/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$9,210/yr
Room & Board$1,152/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$2,642/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$10,472/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$1,380↑ Above avg
National avg: $3,860
Student Body
7,272
Total Undergrads
56% F / 44% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 29%
Hispanic 32%
Black 3%
Asian 23%
Two or more 12%
International 1%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • ✓Reasonable room and board costs at $1,152/yr
Consider
  • ·Data on some metrics is not yet available — contact the admissions office for details
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students planning to transfer to a 4-year university, and working adults seeking career-focused certificates and degrees.

Institution Profile
Type2-year
ControlPublic
LocationSaratoga, California
SettingSuburb: Large
Size5,000–9,999
State Ranking
#118
in California out of 7+ colleges
#630
nationally
Other Colleges in California
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Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.