San Joaquin Valley College-Santa Maria
San Joaquin Valley College-Santa Maria is a Private, 2-4 years school located in Santa Maria, CA. It offers 8 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page.
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at San Joaquin Valley College-Santa Maria is Medical/Clinical Assistant and the 2024 tuition and fees is $21,997. Its tuition is higher than the national average of Medical/Clinical Assistant programs ($16,239). The length of the program is 36 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 9 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at San Joaquin Valley College-Santa Maria.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Medical/Clinical Assistant | $21,997 | - | 36 Hours | 9 Months | $16,239 |
| 2 | Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | $41,237 | - | 82 Hours | 15 Months | $18,035 |
| 3 | Medical Office Assistant/Specialist | $21,395 | - | 36 Hours | 9 Months | $13,812 |
| 4 | Medical/Clinical Assistant | $33,472 | - | 60 Hours | 15 Months | $16,239 |
| 5 | Pharmacy Technician/Assistant | $20,162 | - | 36 Hours | 9 Months | $14,974 |
| 6 | Pharmacy Technician/Assistant | $31,342 | - | 60 Hours | 15 Months | $14,974 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 110 students attended San Joaquin Valley College-Santa Maria in the academic year 2023-2024. The students to faculty ratio is 18 to 1.
The graduation rate of San Joaquin Valley College-Santa Maria is 49% and transfer-out rate is 2%. The retention rate is 58% at the school.
| Student Population | 110 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 49% |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 18 to 1 |
2024 Costs of Attendance
The 2024 tuition & fees of San Joaquin Valley College-Santa Maria is $21,997
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it. It offers the alternative tuition planstuition guarantee, including tuition guarantee.
63% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $4,687 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $21,997 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | - |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $19,431 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $6,192 |
| Average Financial Amount | $4,687 |
Offered Certificate Programs
San Joaquin Valley College-Santa Maria offers 3 career programs for 2 Years Certificate. The next table lists number of programs by offered program and online availability along with number of completers by certificate programs. Last year, 45 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Years Certificate | 3 | 0 | 45 |
| Total | 3 | 0 | 45 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at San Joaquin Valley College-Santa Maria are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 45 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 45 completers |
| Medical Office Assistant/Specialist | ✕ | 6 |
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | ✕ | 27 |
| Pharmacy Technician/Assistant | ✕ | 12 |
| Total | 45 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2022-2023, total 110 students have enrolled into San Joaquin Valley College-Santa Maria. By gender, 7 male and 103 female students are attending the school.
There are 20 White (18.18%), 1 Black/African American (0.91%), 81 Hispanic (73.64%), 1 Asian (0.91%), and 88 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 110 | 7 | 103 |
| American Indian/Native American | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Asian | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Black/African American | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Hispanic | 81 | 5 | 76 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 20 | 1 | 19 |
| Two More | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Un-Known | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 303 Plaza Drive, Santa Maria, CA
- 559-734-9000
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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