West Valley College

2 Year
Saratoga, CA
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Overview

Total enrollment

7,655

Location Saratoga, California
Website westvalley.edu
Type Public 2 Year
Setting Large Suburban

Size Mid-size
Status Non-profit
Housing No
Level of Study Undergrad

West Valley College is a public community college located in Saratoga, California, situated in the western region of Silicon Valley, approximately 50 miles south of San Francisco. The 143-acre suburban campus features modern classroom facilities and extensive open spaces nestled against the Santa Cruz Mountains. Established in 1963, West Valley College operates as part of the West Valley-Mission Community College District, offering more than 60 associate degree programs and numerous certificates. The institution is known for its strong transfer programs to four-year universities, particularly in business administration, computer science, and health sciences, along with specialized programs in park management and paralegal studies. The campus includes dedicated performance spaces for its music and theater programs, a planetarium, and an aquatics center used by both students and the local community.

Admissions

Admission Requirements

Open Admission

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Annual Cost to Attend

In District Resident Tuition

$110

California Resident Tuition

$1,490

Breakdown

Tuition $110
Books and Supplies $1,152
Other Fees $110
Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living $35,361
Other Expenses Budget $11,739
Total One Year Cost $48,472

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Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$41,100 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

Data Not Available

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at West Valley College are Liberal Arts and Humanities, Business, and Legal Professions. 38% of students major in Liberal Arts and Humanities, 12% in Business, and 8% in Legal Professions.