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Financial Aid Office

ACCEPTANCE RATE

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FINANCIAL AID RATE

88%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

23:1

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$3,557

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Sociology Program

The sociology program at Victor Valley College prepares students for careers in defense, social service, schools, software, publishing, and social work in local health agencies, government, and private corporations. The program focuses on the study of human social institutions and social relationships. Program courses include: social theory, sociological research methods, social organization and structure, social stratification and hierarchies, dynamics of social change, family structures, social deviance and control, social institutions, and social problems. Get more details below including other California colleges that offer sociology program.

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Victor Valley College

4475 Market St, Ventura, CA

About
Victor Valley College, located in Victorville, California, was approved in 1960 and began offering classes in an empty building at Victor Valley High School in 1961. Construction began in 1963 on a permanent campus and was completed in 1965. Over the years VVC has seen a number of improvements to its campus, including the recent of opening of a satellite campus offering public safety training. A second satellite is scheduled to open soon. Victor Valley College has approximately 13,000 students per year, making it one of the largest community colleges in California. To ensure that the school's educational offerings remain relevant and current, facilities and programs are continually under review, updated as required to meet the needs of students and the community.

Academics
As a 2 year public institution Victor Valley College offers a variety of programs that result in a diploma, certificate or associate degree. These programs either assist students in transferring to a four year university or obtain entry level work in the field of study of their choosing. Academic transfer programs complete the first two years of a four year education, allowing for transfer to complete a bachelor's degree. The school has agreements in place with several public institutions in California in order to facilitate transfer. Career and technical programs provide students with a classroom education and practical training to ensure that the skills necessary to enter the workforce as a professional are in place. These programs take between one and two years to complete, after which graduates will earn a certificate or diploma and be eligible for entry level positions in their field of study. Victor Valley College  is dedicated to providing a quality education to its students.

Programs offered include:

Admissions and Financial Aid
Students wishing to enroll at Victor Valley College must submit the application along with all relevant transcripts. Once submitted, students must take a placement exam to identify which level of courses the student needs to take. Financial aid is available to eligible students. As an open enrollment institution any student who meets the minimum requirements for entry will be admitted. Registration for courses open shortly before the start of each semester, with tuition due thereafter.

Financial aid is available in the form of state and federal loans and grants. Students in need of financial assistance must complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the resulting student aid report from which will be used to determine need, eligibility and awards. Once received, Victor Valley College will notify individuals about their aid status. Students may be asked to provide additional information to verify accuracy prior to the disbursement of funds. For further inquiries students may visit the financial aid office. External scholarships may also be pursued, requiring separate applications and awarded for a variety of reasons.

Athletics
The Victor Valley Rams Participate in the California Community College Athletic Association, The Foothill Athletic Conference and the Southern California Football Association. The school operates a number of athletic programs which provide students the opportunity to participate in a healthy, competitive environment. Such programs allow students to experience personal and group success, as well as provide them with the opportunity to travel. Additionally, students will develop a number of skills, such as teamwork, discipline, good health, and analyses, which may be applied to a student's academic and professional career.

Sports programs offered include:

  • Baseball/Softball
  • Basketball
  • Football
  • Cross Country
  • Golf Soccer
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
  • Wrestling

Students Enrolled in the Sociology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Victor Valley College offers an associate's degree program in sociology.

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male7
Female20

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Asian1
Black4
Hispanic17
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders1
White3
Multiple Races1

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Students who have completed the Sociology program at Victor Valley College, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Sociologists

Description

Study human society and social behavior by examining the groups and social institutions that people form, as well as various social, religious, political, and business organizations. May study the behavior and interaction of groups, trace their origin and growth, and analyze the influence of group activities on individual members.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, sociologists employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -0.7% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the candidates Victor Valley College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and recent graduates, Victor Valley College may offer student services like:

  • Distance learning
  • Classes offered on nights and weekends
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Counseling assistance
  • Work study style employment
  • Assisting students to find work

Intercollegiate Athletics

  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Football
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field, X-Country
  • Volleyball
  • Wrestling
  • Beach Volleyball
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