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West Valley College

Saratoga, CA·Public·6,086 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 6,086 students.

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6,086
Students
$1,842
Net Price
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Grad Rate
$45,900
Earnings
10 yr
$7,000
Debt

About This School

West Valley College is a public institution located in Saratoga, California with approximately 6,086 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $1,842 per year. Typical graduates earn $45,900 within 10 years of enrollment.

West Valley College is a public community college in Saratoga, California. It is part of the California Community College system.

Located in Saratoga, CA, this community college is an exceptional value — with an average net price of just $1,842/year and a median graduation debt of only $7,000, it's one of the more affordable paths into higher education in the Bay Area. Worth considering if you're looking to complete general education requirements or earn a certificate without financial strain, though the median earnings of $45,900 at the 10-year mark suggest graduates may face some pressure in a high cost-of-living region like Silicon Valley.

Founded
1963
Setting
Large suburb

Popular Programs

Social Sciences9%
Business & Marketing6%
Communications5%
Visual & Performing Arts4%
Psychology4%
Mathematics3%
Health Professions2%
Physical Sciences1%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Cung LeHeather Simmons-Carrasco

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$1,490
Out-of-State Tuition
$8,702
Avg Net Price
$1,842
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants11%
Median debt at graduation$7,000

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
N/A
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$45,900
after enrollment
Median Debt
$7,000
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$7,000
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$32,600
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$45,900
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 6.6x

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

White30%
Black3%
Hispanic/Latino34%
Asian19%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (6,086 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

West Valley College

14000 Fruitvale Ave

Saratoga, CA 95070

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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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