LOS ANGELES VALLEY COLLEGE (LAVC)

  • 5800 Fulton Avenue
  • Valley Glen, CA 91401
  • OPEID College Code: 00122800
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  • General Phone: (818) 947-2600
  • President: Dr. A. Sue Carleo
  • Type: Public, 2-Year
  • Calendar System: Semester
  • Highest Degree: Associate's
  • Local Area: Large City
  • Student Enrollment: 19,951
  • College Alias: LAVC
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About

Los Angeles Valley College, located in Valley Glen, California, was founded in 1959 to serve the growing needs of the residents of San Fernando Valley. Originally part of the Los Angeles Unified School District, LAVC along with 8 other community and technical colleges joined the Los Angeles Community College District with its establishment in 1969. Throughout the years the college has grown, both in size and ins program offerings, renovating buildings and offering state of the art facilities as needed. The school currently serves approximately 20,000 students a year.

 

In addition to academic and vocational offerings, the school is host to cultural and community events throughout the year, as well as a supporter of the arts through shows at its Art Gallery, concerts put together by the music department and plays performed through the theater department.

 

Academics

Los Angeles Valley College provides students with academic and career opportunities through its large number of programs. Academic programs are designed to offer the first two years of a four year education, and result in an associate degree as well as possible transfer to a four year institution. Career and vocational programs can have varying lengths based on whether a student pursues a certificate or associate degree. Individuals who complete a career or vocational program will be eligible for work at the entry level in their field of study.

 

Programs offered include:

 

Additionally, the school offers adult education and continuing education courses. Adult education courses provide adults wishing to return to school the opportunity to begin taking classes while providing a flexible schedule. Continuing education courses provide professionals in need of courses to renew certifications or licenses the opportunity to fulfill such requirements locally, also with flexible scheduling options.

 

Admissions and Financial Aid

Admission to Los Angeles Valley College requires individuals to be at least 18 years of age, or have graduated high school. Students may have a GED or equivalent in lieu of a high school diploma. Costs for courses are dependent on whether students are a resident of California, out of state, or international.

Financial aid is available from federal, state and institutional sources. Students interested in obtaining financial aid must establish eligibility through the student aid report resulting from the completion and submissions of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and by obtaining a federal PIN number. Once the information is provided and received, the LAVC will review the documentation and award financial aid based on need.  Need is determined by checking available funds, both of the individual and his or her parents, and how much they are able to cover tuition costs. Financial aid awards will assist on covering the difference.

 

Athletic

The Los Angeles Valley College Monarchs participate in several athletic associations and have a variety of sports programs. The Monarchs play in the Western State Conference, the California Community College Athletic Association, the Southern California Football Association, and the California Community College Baseball Coaches Association. The school believes that athletic programs are an essential part of a well rounded college education.

 

Athletic programs offered include:

  • Baseball
  • Cross Country
  • Football
  • Basketball
  • Water Polo
  • Softball
  • Swimming and Diving
  • Soccer
  • Cheerleaders
 
    Student Services
  • Remedial Services Offered
  • Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
  • Employment Services Offered
  • Placement Services For Graduates Offered
  • On-Campus Day Care Available
    Special Learning Opportunities
  • Distance Learning Opportunities
  • Study Abroad Opportunities
  • Weekend / Evening Classes Available
  • Teaching K-12 Certification Offered
  • Must Complete Preparation at Another Institution
    Mission Statement
  • Los Angeles Valley College serves the community by providing transfer, degree, vocational, transitional, and continuing education programs in an attractive and accessible learning environment that fosters student success. Embedded in these programs are the greater goals of critical thinking and life-long learning which are necessary for success in the work place and for furthering one's education and personal development.
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Accreditation
  • Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges
    Facilities and Programs Offered
  • Library Available
    College Carnegie Classifications
  • Basic Classification
  • Associates--Public Urban-Serving Multicampus
  • Undergraduate Classification
  • Associates
  • Undergraduate Profile Classification
  • Higher Part-Time Two-Year
  • Enrollment Classification
  • Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
  • Size Classification
  • Large Two-Year
 
 
 
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    College Credits Accepted
  • Dual Credit
  • AP Credit
    Applicant Considerations
  • Open Admission Policy
  • Accepts Any Student Who Applies
 
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
 
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
 LoanFederal GrantState/Local GrantInstitutional Grant
(%) of Students Receiving2%44%68%-
Avg Amount Receiving$3,255$3,911$634-
 
Federal Loan Default Rates
 200820072006
Default Rate (%)5.5%3.5%8.4%
Number in Default8512
Number in Repayment143141142
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
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The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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2009-102008-092007-08
Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses
In-District Tuition and Fees$722$566$702
In-State Tuition and Fees$722$566$792
Out of State Tuition and Fees$6,034$5,616$5,561
Books and Supplies$1,638$2,316$1,482
 
Housing Expenses
Off Campus
Room and Board$10,872$10,152$9,936
Other Expenses$3,996$3,870$3,348
Off Campus with Family
Other Expenses$4,140$3,870$3,330
 
Total Expenses
On Campus
In-District$2,360$2,882$2,184
In-State$2,360$2,882$2,274
Out of State$7,672$7,932$7,043
Off Campus
In-District$17,228$16,904$15,468
In-State$17,228$16,904$15,558
Out of State$22,540$21,954$20,327
Off Campus with Family
In-District$6,500$6,896$5,514
In-State$6,500$6,896$5,604
Out of State$11,812$11,946$10,373
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
 CertificateAssociate
Architecture
Architectural Technology2-
 
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Biology-9
 
Business and Marketing Studies
Administrative Assistant-17
Banking and Financial Support46
Bookkeeping1517
Business Administration3-
Office Management-9
Real Estate21
Sales, Distribution, and Marketing-6
 
Communication Technology
Prepress , Desktop Publishing and Digital Imaging Design--
Recording Arts Technology81
 
Communications and Journalism
Journalism35
Radio and Television15
Media Studies76
 
Computer and Information Sciences
Computer Programming26
Data Entry and Microcomputer Applications--
System Administration--
 
Construction Trades
Building and Construction Site Management2-
 
Education
Education, Early Childhood Special Education Programs-13
 
Engineering
Engineering--
 
Engineering Technology
Biomedical Technology57
Drafting and Design--
Manufacturing Technology-5
Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting Cad--
 
English Language and Literature
English Language and Literature-6
Speech-2
 
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
Ethnic, Cultural Minority and Gender Studies, Other--
 
Family and Consumer Sciences
Child Care--
Child Care Provider8367
 
Foreign Languages and Literature
Foreign Languages and Literatures--
French Language and Literature-5
German Language and Literature--
Hebrew Language and Literature--
Italian Language and Literature-1
Spanish Language and Literature-6
 
Health and Clinical Professions
Nursing-80
Respiratory Care Therapy925
 
History
History-7
 
Liberal Arts and Sciences
Liberal Arts-417
Humanistic Studies-2
 
Mathematics and Statistics
Mathematics-6
 
Mechanic and Repair Technology
Computer Installation and Repair Technology--
Electrical Equipment Installation and Repair43
Industrial Electronics Technology11
 
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Philosophy-4
 
Physical Sciences
Chemistry-1
Geology and Earth Science-1
Physics-4
 
Precision Production
Machine Tool Technology--
 
Psychology
Psychology-12
 
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Health and Physical Education--
 
Security and Protective Services
Police Science619
Fire-Fighting213
 
Social Sciences
Anthropology--
Economics-63
Geography--
Geography, Other--
Political Science-4
Sociology-12
 
Visual and Performing Arts
Cinematography and Film11
Commercial and Advertising Art-6
Drama--
Drawing-1
Graphic Design8-
Music-1
Sculpture--
Technical Theatre, Design and Technology--
Art Studies-4
 
 
    Overall Student Enrollment
  • Total Student Enrollment: 19,951
  • Undergraduate: 19,951
    Student Gender
  • Total Student Gender
  • Male: 8,340 Female: 11,611
  • Undergraduate Gender
  • Male: 8,340 Female: 11,611
    Student Attendance
  • Total Student Attendance
  • Full-Time: 4,671 Part-Time: 15,280
  • Undergraduate Attendance
  • Full-Time: 4,671 Part-Time: 15,280
Student Race Breakdown
 NumberPercent
Non-Resident Alien1140.6%
American Indian--
Black--
Asian--
Hispanic--
White--
Unknown2,68513%
 
Student Age Breakdown
 NumberPercent
Age Under 181,4937%
Ages 18-193,98820%
Ages 20-213,13716%
Ages 22-243,03915%
Ages 25-292,90615%
Ages 30-341,5708%
Ages 35-391,0885%
Ages 40-491,4817%
Ages 50-651,0095%
Age Over 652391%
Age Unknown10.01%
Employee Type Breakdown
 TotalFull-TimePart-Time
Total Employees853430423
Faculty Status616202414
Tenured Faculty166166-
Instruction, Research and/or Public Service616202414
Primarily Instruction616202414
Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial1717-
Other Professionals1111-
Technical and/or Paraprofessional2092009
Clerical And Secretarial88862
Skilled Crafts1111-
Service and/or Maintenance49481
 
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
 TotalMaleFemale
9/10 Month Contract
All Faculty$78,418 (145)$82,528 (72)$74,364 (73)
Instructor$78,418 (145)$82,528 (72)$74,364 (73)
 
11/12 Month Contract
All Faculty$91,002 (57)$96,711 (23)$87,141 (34)
Instructor$91,002 (57)$96,711 (23)$87,141 (34)
 
Equated 9 Month Contract
All Faculty$77,301 (202)$81,705 (95)$73,390 (107)
Instructor$77,301 (202)$81,705 (95)$73,390 (107)
Overall Athletic Team Information
     TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
     
    Participants
    All Athletes343232111
    Unduplicated Athletes343232111
    Baseball3030-
    Basketball281414
    Football8989-
    Soccer23-23
    Softball14-14
    Swimming and Diving482721
    Track and Field, Outdoor483216
    Track and Field, X-Country27198
    Water Polo362115
     
    Coaches Salaries
    Head Coaches-$10,108$10,444
    Assistant Coaches-$8,846$10,663
     
    Coaches
    All Coaches382117
    Baseball33-
    Head Coaches11-
    Assistant Coaches22-
    Basketball633
    Head Coaches211
    Assistant Coaches422
    Football77-
    Head Coaches11-
    Assistant Coaches66-
    Soccer3-3
    Head Coaches1-1
    Assistant Coaches2-2
    Softball3-3
    Head Coaches1-1
    Assistant Coaches2-2
    Swimming and Diving422
    Head Coaches211
    Assistant Coaches211
    Track and Field, Outdoor633
    Head Coaches211
    Assistant Coaches422
    Track and Field, X-Country211
    Head Coaches211
    Assistant Coaches---
    Water Polo422
    Head Coaches211
    Assistant Coaches211
      Retention Rates
    • Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 65%
    • Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 41%
    Graduation Rates
     (%) of Entering Class
    Overall
    All Students17%
     
    By Gender
    Male15%
    Female19%
     
    By Race
    Non-Resident Alien100%
    Unknown16%
    Crime Statistics
     2007-082006-07
    Arrests
    On Campus
    Drug Related23
     
    Criminal Offenses
    On Campus
    Robbery-2
    Burglary25
    Vehicle Theft54
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