WEST VALLEY COLLEGE (WVC)
- 14000 Fruitvale Ave
- Saratoga, CA 95070
- OPEID College Code: 00133800
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- General Phone: (408) 867-2200
- President: Lori Gaskin
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 12,893
- College Alias: WVC
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Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- 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
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Website
- www.westvalley.edu
- Mission Statement
- West Valley college is committed to the broad educational mission of the California Community College system, which is in part, to offer lower division academic instruction and career preparation and to promote lifelong learning, intellectual rigor, aesthetic appreciation, respect for individual and world views, and responsible citizenship both locally and globally. the college is also committed to fulfill its mission to advance California's economic development by creating economic opportunities in the communities it serves.
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 Suburban-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
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
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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 Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 27%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 1% | 17% | 26% | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $4,375 | $3,926 | $1,084 | $1,000 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 9.0% | 5.5% | 7.9% |
| Number in Default | 4 | 3 | 7 |
| Number in Repayment | 44 | 54 | 88 |
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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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $700 | $550 | $548 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $700 | $550 | $548 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $5,476 | $4,894 | $4,700 |
| Books and Supplies | $2,388 | $2,316 | $2,172 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $11,160 | $10,692 | $9,936 |
| Other Expenses | $3,996 | $3,870 | $3,618 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $4,140 | $3,870 | $3,888 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $3,088 | $2,866 | $2,720 |
| In-State | $3,088 | $2,866 | $2,720 |
| Out of State | $7,864 | $7,210 | $6,872 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $18,244 | $17,428 | $16,274 |
| In-State | $18,244 | $17,428 | $16,274 |
| Out of State | $23,020 | $21,772 | $20,426 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $7,228 | $6,880 | $6,608 |
| In-State | $7,228 | $6,880 | $6,608 |
| Out of State | $12,004 | $11,224 | $10,760 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
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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.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 12,893 Undergraduate: 12,893
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 5,925 Female: 6,968
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 5,925 Female: 6,968
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 3,930 Part-Time: 8,963
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 3,930 Part-Time: 8,963
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 117 | 0.9% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 1,635 | 13% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 562 | 4% |
| Ages 18-19 | 2,606 | 20% |
| Ages 20-21 | 1,978 | 15% |
| Ages 22-24 | 1,745 | 14% |
| Ages 25-29 | 1,483 | 12% |
| Ages 30-34 | 844 | 7% |
| Ages 35-39 | 740 | 6% |
| Ages 40-49 | 1,495 | 12% |
| Ages 50-65 | 1,177 | 9% |
| Age Over 65 | 255 | 2% |
| Age Unknown | 8 | 0.06% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 571 | 289 | 282 |
| Faculty Status | 445 | 175 | 270 |
| Tenured Faculty | 121 | 121 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 445 | 175 | 270 |
| Primarily Instruction | 445 | 175 | 270 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 10 | 10 | - |
| Other Professionals | 9 | 9 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 107 | 95 | 12 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 75 | 69 | 6 |
| Skilled Crafts | 3 | 3 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 4 | 4 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $80,758 (137) | $81,006 (59) | $80,570 (78) |
| Instructor | $80,758 (137) | $81,006 (59) | $80,570 (78) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $97,427 (32) | $102,326 (10) | $95,200 (22) |
| Instructor | $97,427 (32) | $102,326 (10) | $95,200 (22) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $80,561 (169) | $81,400 (69) | $79,981 (100) |
| Instructor | $80,561 (169) | $81,400 (69) | $79,981 (100) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (Njcaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 340 | 253 | 87 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 256 | 183 | 73 |
| Baseball | 25 | 25 | - |
| Basketball | 17 | 17 | - |
| Football | 72 | 72 | - |
| Soccer | 52 | 31 | 21 |
| Softball | 14 | - | 14 |
| Swimming | 34 | 22 | 12 |
| Track and Field, Outdoor | 40 | 29 | 11 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Volleyball | 12 | - | 12 |
| Water Polo | 37 | 25 | 12 |
| Wrestling | 25 | 25 | - |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $18,205 | $18,205 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 40 | 24 | 16 |
| Baseball | 6 | 6 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 5 | 5 | - |
| Basketball | 2 | 2 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Football | 5 | 5 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 4 | - |
| Soccer | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Softball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Swimming | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Track and Field, Outdoor | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Volleyball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Water Polo | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Wrestling | 2 | 2 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 75%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 43%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 33% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 29% |
| Female | 38% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 18% |
| American Indian | 29% |
| Black | 31% |
| Asian | 51% |
| Hispanic | 20% |
| White | 35% |
| Unknown | 37% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Weapons Related | 3 | - |
| Drug Related | 6 | 1 |
| Liquor Related | 6 | 1 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Burglary | 4 | 3 |
| Vehicle Theft | 3 | 1 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
