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Imperial Valley College

Imperial, CA·Public·www.imperial.edu/

Campus Identity

Very Safe

Imperial Valley College is a public community college in Imperial, CA. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 92/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Imperial Valley College is a public community college in Imperial, CA. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 92/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$1,104
In-State Tuition
+$44 fees
$6,624
Out-of-State Tuition
+$44 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

5,000–9,999

Rural setting

Beach Access

93 miles

Chula Vista, CA

Weather

Hot Climate

68°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

126 mi away
240 skiable acres10 lifts
126 mi away
198 skiable acres8 lifts
131 mi away
240 skiable acres12 lifts

Nearest Beach

Chula Vista, CA

Ocean access within 93.0 miles

93 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Imperial, CA

56°Jan59°Feb65°Mar70°Apr78°May85°Jun91°Jul91°Aug87°Sep75°Oct63°Nov55°Dec

Station: IMPERIAL · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

92/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety9387100
93/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
87/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
100/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$1,104$6,624
Fees
$44$44
Total
$1,148$6,668
In-StateOut-of-State

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

91 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesCertificate
566 grads/yr$39,907
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
403 grads/yr$36,000
Biological and Physical SciencesAssociate's
327 grads/yr$43,842
Criminal Justice and CorrectionsAssociate's
189 grads/yr$41,312
Psychology, GeneralAssociate's
156 grads/yr$33,364

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's52 grads$100,265
Biological and Physical Sciences
Associate's327 grads$43,842
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Associate's189 grads$41,312
Precision Metal Working
Certificate13 grads$40,311
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Certificate566 grads$39,907
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's403 grads$36,000
Psychology, Other
Associate's grads$35,363
Psychology, General
Associate's156 grads$33,364
Behavioral Sciences
Associate's153 grads
Social Sciences, General
Associate's107 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Imperial Valley College located?

Imperial Valley College is located in Imperial, CA. The main campus address is 380 E. Aten Road, Imperial, CA. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Imperial Valley College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Imperial Valley College charges $1,104/year for in-state students and $6,624/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $6,668/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Imperial Valley College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Imperial Valley College the right fit for me?

Whether Imperial Valley College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($6,624/year out-of-state), campus culture in Imperial, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Imperial Valley College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Imperial Valley College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Imperial, CA
Size
5,000–9,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Hot · 68°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
92/100
Nearest Airport
Imperial, CA (IPL) · 4 mialso NJK (10 mi), YUM (53 mi)

Location

Imperial, CA

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.