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Porterville College

Porterville, CA·Public·2,775 students
Last updated: March 21, 2026

A good fit for students who prefer a mid-size campus and in-state California residents. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 2,775 students.

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About This School

Porterville College is a public institution located in Porterville, California with approximately 2,775 undergraduate students enrolled. In-state tuition is $1,409 per year. Typical graduates earn $32,700 within 10 years of enrollment.

Porterville College is a public community college in Porterville, California. It was established in 1927.

Worth considering if you're looking for an affordable local option to start your college journey — this small community college (under 3,000 students) offers an accessible path to a degree or transfer in California's Central Valley. The honest concern is the earnings picture: graduates are reporting median earnings of just $32,700 a decade after enrollment, which is modest and worth factoring in when planning your return on investment. It's best suited for students who plan to transfer to a four-year school or pursue a specific vocational credential with a clear local job market in mind.

Founded
1927

Admissions

SAT Scores

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ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$1,409
Out-of-State Tuition
$10,289
Avg Net Price
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after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants36%
Median debt at graduationN/A

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
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Retention Rate
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freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$32,700
after enrollment
Median Debt
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at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
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at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$24,900
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$32,700
after enrollment

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White20%
Black2%
Hispanic/Latino73%
Asian2%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2,775 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Porterville College

Porterville, CA

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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