Yakima Valley College
Yakima, WA · Public · Associate's degrees · City
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About Yakima Valley College
Yakima Valley College (YVC) is a public college in Yakima, Washington. It was founded as Yakima Valley Junior College in 1928 with Elizabeth Prior serving as the institution's first president. The college offers 5 Bachelor of Applied Science degree programs, 55 associate degree programs, and more than 100 certificates of achievement. YVC's service district covers more than 8,000 square miles (21,000 km2), encompassing Yakima, Kittitas and Klickitat counties. The main campus is located at S. 16th Ave. and Nob Hill Boulevard in Yakima. There also is a campus in Grandview, and learning centers in Toppenish, Sunnyside, and Ellensburg.
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Open
Acceptance
$11,843
Net price
2,770
Enrollment
29%
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Career Outcomes
Graduate earnings after 10 years
Affordability
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Selectivity
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Diversity
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Admissions
Open admissions
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This school has an open-admissions policy — most applicants are admitted.
Cost & Financial Aid
$11,843
Average net price
$5,312
In-state tuition
$5,873
Out-of-state tuition
$8,928
Room & board
$528
Books & supplies
$21,199
Total cost of attendance
38%
Students receiving Pell grants
7%
Students with federal loans
$13,966
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
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After Graduation
$43,499
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$35,969
Median earnings (6 yrs)
29%
Graduation rate
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Retention rate
71%
Earn more than a HS grad
$8,547
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
2,770
Total enrollment
35%
Part-time
24
Avg. age at entry
56%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
Yakima Valley College FAQ
Is Yakima Valley College a public or private school?
Yakima Valley College is a public institution located in Yakima, WA.
What is the acceptance rate at Yakima Valley College?
Yakima Valley College has an open-admissions policy, meaning most applicants who meet basic requirements are admitted.
How much does Yakima Valley College cost?
The average annual net price at Yakima Valley College is $11,843 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $5,312 in-state and $5,873 out-of-state.
What is the graduation rate at Yakima Valley College?
About 29% of students at Yakima Valley College complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do Yakima Valley College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Yakima Valley College students earn a median of $43,499 per year.
How many students attend Yakima Valley College?
Yakima Valley College enrolls about 2,770 students.
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