Ventura College is a public 2-year college in Ventura, California with 10,150 undergraduates. It has open admission and graduates 41% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Ventura College acceptance rate and admissions
Ventura College has open admission: it admits students with a high school diploma or equivalent. Some programs, such as nursing or other health fields, can have their own entry requirements.
Ventura College tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $1,416 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $11,598 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $8,923 |
Ventura College graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 41% of first-time, full-time students finished within three years (students who started in 2022).
- Former students earned a median of $46,592 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $13,844 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 30% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Trade and career programs at Ventura College
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auto and diesel mechanic | Certificate | 78 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Certificate | 34 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical billing and coding | Certificate | 29 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical assistant | Certificate | 24 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical billing and coding | Associate degree | 23 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical assistant | Associate degree | 19 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Construction trades | Certificate | 18 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Associate degree | 15 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Auto and diesel mechanic | Associate degree | 14 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Construction trades | Associate degree | 13 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Welding | Associate degree | 10 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Welding | Certificate | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 10,150 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 57% women, 43% men
- 29 students for every faculty member
- Setting: midsize city
- Accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges
Frequently asked questions
Is it hard to get into Ventura College?
No. Ventura College has open admission for students with a high school diploma or equivalent. Some programs may have extra requirements.
How much does Ventura College cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $1,416 for in-state students and $11,598 for out-of-state students.
What is the graduation rate at Ventura College?
41% of first-time, full-time students finished within three years.
How much do Ventura College graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $46,592 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.