Public

West Valley College

14000 Fruitvale Ave, Saratoga, CA 95070
$8,700
Out-of-State Tuition
In-state: $1,380

At a Glance

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$1,380
In-State Tuition
+$110 fees
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$8,700
Out-of-State Tuition
+$106 fees
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🌊 Campus Lifestyle

⛷️ Nearby Ski Resorts

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129 mi away
862 skiable acres10 lifts
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Yosemite Ski & Snowboard Area

California

133 mi away
88 skiable acres5 lifts

πŸ–οΈ Nearest Beach

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Santa Cruz Beach, CA

Ocean access within 20.0 miles

20 mi away

🌑️ Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals Β· Saratoga, CA

49Β°Jan52Β°Feb55Β°Mar58Β°Apr62Β°May67Β°Jun70Β°Jul70Β°Aug68Β°Sep62Β°Oct54Β°Nov49Β°Dec

Station: LOS GATOS Β· Source: NOAA NCEI

πŸ’° Cost Breakdown

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

Cost ItemIn-StateOut-of-State
Tuition$1,380$8,700
Fees$110$106
Total Estimated Cost$1,490$8,806

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

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πŸ“š Fields of Study

81 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
637 grads/yr
Business Administration, Management and OperationsAssociate's
147 grads/yr
EconomicsAssociate's
138 grads/yr
Psychology, GeneralAssociate's
82 grads/yr
Communication and Media StudiesAssociate's
56 grads/yr

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

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's637 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's147 grads
Economics
Associate's138 grads
Psychology, General
Associate's82 grads
Communication and Media Studies
Associate's56 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Associate's55 grads
Communication and Media Studies
Certificate48 grads
Design and Applied Arts
Certificate46 grads
Sociology
Associate's45 grads
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Certificate41 grads

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Where is West Valley College located?

West Valley College is located in Saratoga, CA. The main campus address is 14000 Fruitvale Ave, Saratoga, CA. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend West Valley College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, West Valley College charges $1,380/year for in-state students and $8,700/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $8,806/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost β€” use West Valley College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is West Valley College the right fit for me?

Whether West Valley College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($8,700/year out-of-state), campus culture in Saratoga, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh West Valley College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Saratoga, CA
Size
5,000–9,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
🌀️ Warm · 56°F avg

Location

Saratoga, CA

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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. Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.