Ventura Academic Snapshot
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $1,426
- Out-of-State Tuition: $9,615
- Both in-state and out-of-state tuition are relatively affordable compared to national averages.
Student Population at Ventura:
- Total Enrollment: 12,222, including 6,393 online students
- All Undergraduate
- Gender Distribution: 42.9% men, 57.1% women.
- This is a medium-sized institution, offering diverse programs and student activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 38%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 7%. Few students transfer out, suggesting most students remain through graduation.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 74%. Good retention, typical for many institutions.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 128 academic programs available.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's.
Ventura Overview
Ventura College (Ventura) is a 2-4 year, public school located in Ventura, CA. It is classified as small Associate's college by Carnegie Classification
The Ventura's tuition & fees is $1,426 for California residents and $9,615 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 62% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $4,200.
The school has a total enrollment of 12,222 and the students to faculty ratio is 29 to 1 (3.45%).
Ventura College is accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Ventura College is $1,426 for in-state students and $9,615 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $1,440 for California residents and $10,698 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $1,426 | $9,615 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $1,440 | $10,698 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Ventura College offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for undergraduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at Ventura
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | No |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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