About
Yakima Valley Community College, located in Yakima, Washington was founded in 1928 and is among the oldest colleges in the state. The school serves over four thousand students annually through two campuses, the second being located in Grandview. In addition, the school operates several learning centers in Ellensburg, Toppenish and Goldendale. The school also allows dual enrollment for high school students through the Running Start program. The school competes in intercollegiate athletics through a number of sports programs and the school mascot is the Yak.
Academics
Yakima Valley Community College offers students a number of personal and professional options when considering enrollment. Academic transfer programs allow students to complete the first two years of a four year education, followed by applying for transfer to colleges and universities in order to continue that education and earn a bachelor's degree. Career and technical programs provide in depth training and education in a specific high demand field or industry in order to pursue long term employment in that field or industry upon completion. Such programs take between one and two years to complete and result in a degree or certificate.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
Yakima Valley Community College is an open enrollment institution, and as such admits any individual that completes the application for admission and pay the associated fees. Students are asked to supply transcripts and test scores if available and may be required to take a placement exam. A meeting with a counselor is encouraged, as is participation in orientation for new students. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students in need of assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which assists the school in determining need and disbursing funds.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $7,500. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. There is also a $30 application fee for those applying to a program. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are:
- State Residents: $3,800-$4,600
- Out-of-State: $4,200-$5,033
- Charges per unit:
- In-State: $120-$140 per unit
- Out-of-State: $130-$150 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 81% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 73% | $5,954 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 19% | $4,551 |
Admissions, Academics, & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Yakima Valley Community College may offer services to students like:
- Online classes
- Night and weekend classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
Graduation & Transfer Rates
Community colleges offer a variety of career and transfer options for students. The following table shows the graduation and transfer-out rates for YVCC, versus those community colleges in Washington, which can be valuable information for determining which school to attend.
| YVCC | Yakima County | Washington | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 25.3% | - | 29.5% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 14.6% | - | 19.5% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Dental Hygienist Program
- Accredited by the American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation (since 1970)
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
- Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (since 1974)
- Find all the other nursing programs in Washington
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Yakima Valley Community College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Agricultural Business and Management (A)
- Agricultural and Food Products Processing (A)
- Viticulture and Oenology (A)
Business and Marketing Studies
- General Office Occupations and Clerical Services (C)
- Commerce (A)
- Office Management and Supervision (A)
- Business Administration (A, C)
- Bookkeeping (A, C)
- Entrepreneurship (A)
- Advertising and Marketing (A, C)
- Administrative Assistant (C)
- Business Operations Support and Secretarial Services
- Retail Management
Communication Technology
- Radio and Television Broadcasting (A)
- Graphic and Printing Equipment Operator Production
- Audio and Video Production
Computer and Information Sciences
- Data Entry and Microcomputer Applications (C)
- Data Modeling & Database Administration (DBA) (C)
- Data Processing Technology (A, C)
- Computer Support Specialist (A, C)
- Computer Networking (A)
- Computer Programming (C)
- Web Design (A)
- Word Processing
Construction Trades
Education
- Early Childhood Education (A, C)
- Teacher Assistant (TA) (A, C)
- Teacher Education and Professional Development
Engineering Technology
- Civil Engineering Technology (A)
- Computer Aided Design (CAD) (A, C)
- Instrumentation Technology
- Telecommunications Technology
Family and Consumer Sciences
- Child Care Provider
Foreign Languages and Literature
- Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics (C)
Health and Clinical Professions
- Medical Office Assistant (C)
- Nursing (A)
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (C)
- Nursing Assistant (C)
- Medical Assistant (A, C)
- Dental Hygienist (A)
- Radiologic Technology (A, C)
- Phlebotomy (C)
- Veterinary Assistant (A)
- Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling (A, C)
- Dental Assistant (C)
- Surgical Technologist (A)
- Medical Insurance Coding (A, C)
- Pharmacy Technician (C)
- Medical Executive Assistant (A)
- Medical Transcription
- Radiology Technician
Legal Professions and Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
Physical Sciences
- Physical Sciences (A)
Precision Production
Security and Protective Services
- Law and Justice Administration (A, C)
- Police Science (C)
Transportation and Materials Moving
- Flagging and Traffic Control (C)
Other Community Colleges Nearby
The list of nearby schools has been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Yakima Valley Community College.
- Wenatchee Valley College in Wenatchee, WA (59 miles away)
- Big Bend Community College in Moses Lake, WA (70 miles away)
- Columbia Basin College in Pasco, WA (71 miles away)
- Columbia Gorge Community College in The Dalles, OR (76 miles away)
- Pierce College at Puyallup in Puyallup, WA (91 miles away)