San Joaquin Valley College-Rancho Cordova
A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access. for-profit institutions have higher scrutiny — research carefully. a private for-profit school with 224 students.
About This School
San Joaquin Valley College-Rancho Cordova is a private for-profit institution located in Rancho Cordova, California with approximately 224 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $29,811 per year. The graduation rate is 75%, and the typical graduate earns $33,400 within 10 years of enrollment.
This school is best suited for career-focused students in the Sacramento area who want a structured, vocational path and can commit fully to completing their program — the 75% graduation rate is genuinely solid for this type of institution, which is encouraging. The relatively low median debt at graduation ($10,674) is one of the more appealing numbers here, meaning students who finish aren't leaving with crushing loan payments. That said, the $29,811 annual net price is steep when you stack it against median earnings of $33,400 ten years out — that math is tight, and families should think carefully about how many years of enrollment are required for their specific program before signing anything. Before committing, I'd strongly encourage visiting the campus, talking directly to recent graduates in your program of interest, and comparing this option against community college pathways that might get you to the same career for significantly less money.
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 31% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (224 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Address
San Joaquin Valley College-Rancho Cordova
11050 Olson Drive
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670-5642
Official Links
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does San Joaquin Valley College-Rancho Cordova cost?
The average net price at San Joaquin Valley College-Rancho Cordova is about $29,811 per year after grants and scholarships, based on federal data. Your actual cost depends on your family's finances and aid package.
What is the graduation rate at San Joaquin Valley College-Rancho Cordova?
San Joaquin Valley College-Rancho Cordova has a graduation rate of 75%, according to U.S. Department of Education data.
Sources & Methodology
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.
- 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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