San Joaquin Valley College-Santa Maria
San Joaquin Valley College-Santa Maria is a Private, 2-4 years school located in Santa Maria, CA. It offers 8 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-Santa Maria 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 5 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at San Joaquin Valley College-Santa Maria.
| 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 | Medical/Clinical Assistant | $22,052 | - | 36 Hours | 9 Months | $16,239 |
| 3 | Medical Office Assistant/Specialist | $21,449 | - | 36 Hours | 9 Months | $13,812 |
| 4 | Medical Office Assistant/Specialist | $32,931 | - | 60 Hours | 15 Months | $13,812 |
| 5 | Medical/Clinical Assistant | $33,472 | - | 60 Hours | 15 Months | $16,239 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 114 students attended San Joaquin Valley College-Santa Maria in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 2 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 12 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 14 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 7 (full-time) and 15 (part-time).
The graduation rate of San Joaquin Valley College-Santa Maria is 63% and the retention rate is 69% at the school.
| Student Population | 114 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 63% |
| Number of Faculty | 14 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 14 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of San Joaquin Valley College-Santa Maria is $42,582
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
62% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $4,820 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $42,582 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | - |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $39,264 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $12,320 |
| Average Financial Amount | $4,820 |
Offered Certificate Programs
San Joaquin Valley College-Santa Maria offers 3 career programs for 2 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, 60 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Years Certificate | 3 | 0 | 60 |
| Total | 3 | 0 | 60 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at San Joaquin Valley College-Santa Maria are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 60 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 60 completers |
| Medical Office Assistant/Specialist | ✕ | 6 |
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | ✕ | 54 |
| Pharmacy Technician/Assistant | ✕ | 0 |
| Total | 60 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 114 students have enrolled into San Joaquin Valley College-Santa Maria. By gender, 15 male and 99 female students are attending the school.
There are 14 White (12.28%), 1 Black/African American (0.88%), 81 Hispanic (71.05%), 7 Asian (6.14%), and 89 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 114 | 15 | 99 |
| American Indian/Native American | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Asian | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| Black/African American | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Hispanic | 81 | 10 | 71 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| White | 14 | 1 | 13 |
| Two More | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Un-Known | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 303 Plaza Drive, Santa Maria, CA
- 559-734-9000
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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