San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield
San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield is a Private, 2-4 years school located in Bakersfield, CA. It offers 22 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page.
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield is Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training and the 2025 tuition and fees is $42,582. Its tuition is higher than the national average of Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training programs ($18,035). The length of the program is 82 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 16 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | $42,582 | - | 82 Hours | 16 Months | $18,035 |
| 2 | Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist | $55,063 | - | 95 Hours | 19 Months | $42,871 |
| 3 | Medical/Clinical Assistant | $22,052 | - | 36 Hours | 9 Months | $16,239 |
| 4 | Electrician | $26,444 | - | 40 Hours | 10 Months | $15,963 |
| 5 | Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant | $23,417 | - | 36 Hours | 9 Months | $20,397 |
| 6 | Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician | $51,472 | - | 79 Hours | 18 Months | $41,328 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 798 students attended San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 28 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 46 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 19 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 58 (full-time) and 52 (part-time).
The graduation rate of San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield is 58% and the retention rate is 67% at the school.
| Student Population | 798 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 58% |
| Number of Faculty | 74 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 19 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield is $42,582
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
63% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $4,942 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $42,582 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | - |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $39,264 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $12,320 |
| Average Financial Amount | $4,942 |
Offered Certificate Programs
San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield offers 10 career programs for 2 Years Certificate, 4 Years Certificate. The next table lists number of programs by offered program and online availability along with number of completers by certificate programs. Last year, 257 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Years Certificate | 9 | 0 | 257 |
| 4 Years Certificate | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 10 | 0 | 257 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 257 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 257 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Agriculture | ✕ | 47 completers |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant | ✕ | 47 |
| Construction Trades | ✕ | 53 completers |
| Electrician | ✕ | 53 |
| Mechanics and Repairers | ✕ | 33 completers |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | ✕ | 23 |
| Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology | ✕ | 10 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 118 completers |
| Dental Assisting/Assistant | ✕ | 30 |
| Medical Office Assistant/Specialist | ✕ | 9 |
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | ✕ | 43 |
| Pharmacy Technician/Assistant | ✕ | 36 |
| Business | ✕ | 6 completers |
| General Office Occupations and Clerical Services | ✕ | 6 |
| Total | 257 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 0 completers |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | ✕ | 0 |
| Total | 0 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 798 students have enrolled into San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield. By gender, 254 male and 544 female students are attending the school.
There are 109 White (13.66%), 36 Black/African American (4.51%), 561 Hispanic (70.30%), 34 Asian (4.26%), and 615 students with other races. 3 students are enrolled with non-resident alien status.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 798 | 254 | 544 |
| American Indian/Native American | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Asian | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Black/African American | 36 | 9 | 27 |
| Hispanic | 561 | 175 | 386 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| White | 109 | 33 | 76 |
| Two More | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Un-Known | 44 | 15 | 29 |
| Non-resident Alien | 3 | 1 | 2 |
Directory Information
- 201 New Stine Road, Bakersfield, CA
- 559-734-9000
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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