YAKIMA VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE (YVCC)
- South 16th Ave. & Nob Hill Blvd.
- Yakima, WA 98907
- OPEID College Code: 00380500
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- General Phone: (509) 574-4600
- President: Linda J Kaminski
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Quarter
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Small City
- Student Enrollment: 4,724
- College Alias: YVCC, YVC
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Yakima Valley Community College - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
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.yvcc.edu

- Mission Statement
- As a learning-centered institution, YVCC responds to the ever-changing and diverse community we serve. We provide opportunities for our students to acquire knowledge in basic literacy, academic, professional and technical education and skills for lifelong learning.
Accreditation
- Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Public Rural-Serving Medium
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Mixed Part/Full-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Medium Two-Year
Yakima Valley Community College Campus Map
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.yvcc.edu
- Admission Fees
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $20.00
- 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 Links and Information
- Website: YVCC Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 64%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 17% | 42% | 44% | 6% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $4,499 | $3,533 | $1,985 | $1,998 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 8.8% | 7.5% | 8.6% |
| Number in Default | 50 | 48 | 57 |
| Number in Repayment | 568 | 639 | 657 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
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 | |
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| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $3,232 | $2,963 | $2,811 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $3,232 | $2,963 | $2,811 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $3,622 | $3,359 | $3,207 |
| Books and Supplies | $972 | $924 | $954 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $2,915 | $2,915 | $3,300 |
| Other Expenses | $2,500 | $2,500 | $2,500 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $8,460 | $8,052 | $7,356 |
| Other Expenses | $3,217 | $3,626 | $3,022 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,901 | $3,626 | $3,470 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $9,619 | $9,302 | $9,565 |
| In-State | $9,619 | $9,302 | $9,565 |
| Out of State | $10,009 | $9,698 | $9,961 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $15,881 | $15,565 | $14,143 |
| In-State | $15,881 | $15,565 | $14,143 |
| Out of State | $16,271 | $15,961 | $14,539 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $8,105 | $7,655 | $7,235 |
| In-State | $8,105 | $7,655 | $7,235 |
| Out of State | $8,495 | $8,051 | $7,631 |
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.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 4,724 Undergraduate: 4,724
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 1,594 Female: 3,130
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 1,594 Female: 3,130
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 2,757 Part-Time: 1,967
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 2,757 Part-Time: 1,967
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 15 | 0.3% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 50 | 1% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 350 | 7% |
| Ages 18-19 | 1,093 | 23% |
| Ages 20-21 | 743 | 16% |
| Ages 22-24 | 619 | 13% |
| Ages 25-29 | 679 | 14% |
| Ages 30-34 | 388 | 8% |
| Ages 35-39 | 267 | 6% |
| Ages 40-49 | 349 | 7% |
| Ages 50-65 | 218 | 5% |
| Age Over 65 | 18 | 0.4% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 541 | 328 | 213 |
| Faculty Status | 314 | 106 | 208 |
| Tenured Faculty | 71 | 71 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 314 | 106 | 208 |
| Primarily Instruction | 314 | 106 | 208 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 30 | 25 | 5 |
| Other Professionals | 43 | 43 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 154 | 154 | - |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 79 | 79 | - |
| Skilled Crafts | 7 | 7 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 33 | 33 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $57,665 (106) | $57,500 (45) | $57,787 (61) |
| Instructor | $57,665 (106) | $57,500 (45) | $57,787 (61) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $57,665 (106) | $57,500 (45) | $57,787 (61) |
| Instructor | $57,665 (106) | $57,500 (45) | $57,787 (61) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (Njcaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $76,560 | $26,015 | $50,545 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 34% | 66% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 120 | 50 | 70 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 119 | 50 | 69 |
| Baseball | 24 | 24 | - |
| Basketball | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Soccer | 16 | - | 16 |
| Softball | 13 | - | 13 |
| Volleyball | 13 | - | 13 |
| Wrestling | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $11,974 | $11,622 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $2,538 | $3,046 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Baseball | 3 | 3 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 2 | - |
| Basketball | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Soccer | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Softball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Volleyball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Wrestling | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 62%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 28%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 22% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 19% |
| Female | 24% |
| By Race | |
| American Indian | 16% |
| Black | 22% |
| Asian | 80% |
| Hispanic | 15% |
| White | 27% |
| Unknown | - |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Burglary | 1 | - |
| On Campus | ||
| Aggravated Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 3 |
| Vehicle Theft | 2 | 11 |
| Arson | - | 1 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009