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Ventura College

Ventura, CA·Public·www.venturacollege.edu/

Campus Identity

Beach Town

Ventura College is a public community college in Ventura, CA. The campus sits in a beach town, just 3 miles from the ocean. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 85/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Ventura College is a public community college in Ventura, CA. The campus sits in a beach town, just 3 miles from the ocean. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 85/100 (Pretty 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)
$1,344
In-State Tuition
+$54 fees
$8,092
Out-of-State Tuition
+$54 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

10,000–19,999

Urban setting

Beach Access

3 miles

Ventura Beach, CA

Weather

Warm Climate

60°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

74 mi away
88 mi away
290 skiable acres14 lifts
92 mi away
800 skiable acres4 lifts

Beach Town

Ventura Beach, CA

Ocean access within 3.4 miles

3 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Ventura, CA

56°Jan57°Feb57°Mar59°Apr61°May64°Jun67°Jul67°Aug67°Sep65°Oct60°Nov56°Dec

Station: OXNARD VENTURA CO Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

85/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety927778
92/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
77/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
78/100
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
$1,344$8,092
Fees
$54$54
Total
$1,398$8,146
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

85 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
1,207 grads/yr$32,408
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesCertificate
828 grads/yr
Biological and Physical SciencesAssociate's
432 grads/yr$58,128
Biology, GeneralCertificate
211 grads/yr
Business Administration, Management and OperationsAssociate's
183 grads/yr

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

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's56 grads$112,999
Biological and Physical Sciences
Associate's432 grads$58,128
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's1,207 grads$32,408
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Certificate828 grads
Biology, General
Certificate211 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's183 grads
Psychology, General
Associate's150 grads
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Certificate124 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Associate's109 grads
Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other
Associate's98 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 Ventura College located?

Ventura College is located in Ventura, CA. The main campus address is 4667 Telegraph Rd, Ventura, CA. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Ventura College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Ventura College charges $1,344/year for in-state students and $8,092/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $8,146/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Ventura College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Ventura College the right fit for me?

Whether Ventura College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($8,092/year out-of-state), campus culture in Ventura, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Ventura College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Ventura, CA
Size
10,000–19,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 60°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
85/100
Nearest Airport
Oxnard, CA (OXR) · 6 mialso NTD (13 mi), SBA (36 mi)

Location

Ventura, 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.