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Ventura College

Ventura, CA·Public·9,971 students
Last updated: March 21, 2026

A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and in-state California residents. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 9,971 students.

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9,971
Students
$2,257
Net Price
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Grad Rate
$39,800
Earnings
10 yr
$6,500
Debt

About This School

Ventura College is a public institution located in Ventura, California with approximately 9,971 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $2,257 per year. Typical graduates earn $39,800 within 10 years of enrollment.

Ventura College is a public community college in Ventura, California. Established in 1925, the college has a 112-acre (45 ha) campus with an enrollment of 13,763 students. It is part of the Ventura County Community College District.

At just $2,257 per year after aid, this is one of the most affordable paths to a two-year degree or transfer in Southern California, making it a genuinely strong option for cost-conscious students. The concern worth noting is that median earnings sit at $39,800 a decade out, which is modest — so if you're aiming here as a stepping stone to transfer to a four-year school, that outcome depends heavily on following through on that plan.

Founded
1925
Setting
Midsize city

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing8%
Biological Sciences8%
Health Professions4%
Psychology3%
Social Sciences3%
Visual & Performing Arts2%
Engineering1%
Education1%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Jan-Michael VincentRafer AlstonCedric CeballosSun MingmingMiguel Angel Garcia

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$1,416
Out-of-State Tuition
$8,179
Avg Net Price
$2,257
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants25%
Median debt at graduation$6,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
N/A
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$39,800
after enrollment
Median Debt
$6,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$6,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$30,200
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$39,800
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 6.1x

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

White21%
Black2%
Hispanic/Latino66%
Asian4%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (9,971 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Ventura College

4667 Telegraph Rd

Ventura, CA 93003-3872

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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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