San Joaquin Valley College-Trades Education Center
A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access and students from lower-income families. for-profit institutions have higher scrutiny — research carefully. 60% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.
About This School
San Joaquin Valley College-Trades Education Center is a private for-profit institution located in Fresno, California with approximately 364 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $27,887 per year. The graduation rate is 69%, and the typical graduate earns $33,400 within 10 years of enrollment.
This school is best suited for students in the Fresno area who want a focused, hands-on trades education and need to get into the workforce relatively quickly — it's not a fit for someone still unsure about their career direction. The relatively low median debt at graduation ($10,674) is genuinely good news and stands out compared to many for-profit programs, which often saddle students with far heavier loan burdens. That said, the math deserves a hard look: at $27,887 per year in net costs, you're spending significantly more than what graduates typically earn back — median earnings sit at just $33,400 ten years out, which is tight for someone carrying even modest debt and living expenses. The 69% graduation rate is decent for this type of institution, but it still means roughly 3 in 10 students who enroll don't finish, so it's worth asking honestly whether the program structure and support will work for your situation. Before enrolling, I'd strongly recommend talking to recent graduates about their job placement experience and comparing this program's total cost against community college trade programs in the area, which may offer similar training at a fraction of the price.
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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.
Financial Aid
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 (364 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Address
San Joaquin Valley College-Trades Education Center
4985 East Anderson Avenue
Fresno, CA 93727-1501
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does San Joaquin Valley College-Trades Education Center cost?
The average net price at San Joaquin Valley College-Trades Education Center is about $27,887 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-Trades Education Center?
San Joaquin Valley College-Trades Education Center has a graduation rate of 69%, 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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