C+
Above Average
Score: 56/100

Imperial Valley College

2-Year Public
📍 Imperial, California 92251
Outcomes
C+
59/100
Affordability
A+
92/100
Resources
D
36/100
Experience
C+
60/100
Prestige
D
32/100

Quick Stats

8,111
Total Enrollment
46%
Graduation Rate
79%
Retention Rate
33.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$2,730
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Imperial Valley College

24% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,939 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$444,781
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,150
1-Year Change
+7.5%
For parents & investors

The Imperial Valley College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $444,781
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,150/mo — vs ~$1,125/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 92251 (3.8% cap, Imperial)

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🏆 Where Imperial Valley College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#7
Building Construction Technology/Technician
of 26 schools
#17
Behavioral Sciences
of 32 schools
#17
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
of 100 schools
#21
Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
of 61 schools
#23
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
of 100 schools
#25
Biological and Physical Sciences
of 100 schools
#25
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician
of 81 schools
#28
Child Care Provider/Assistant
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $1,104 $7,968
Room $10,125
Total Cost (On-Campus) $15,727 $22,591

Financial Aid

96%
Receive Any Aid
79%
Receive Pell Grants
0%
Take Out Loans
$2,730
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$1,679
$30,001 - $48,000$5,387
$48,001 - $75,000$4,421

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 839 grads/yr Biological and Physical Sciences 257 grads/yr Psychology, General 190 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 174 grads/yr Behavioral Sciences 163 grads/yr Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 124 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 114 grads/yr Humanities/Humanistic Studies 114 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 90 grads/yr Social Sciences, General 80 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 68 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 60 grads/yr Sociology, General 53 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 35 grads/yr Building Construction Technology/Technician 34 grads/yr Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design 30 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 29 grads/yr Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician 28 grads/yr Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician 28 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 25 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Imperial Valley College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Natural sciences managers
$161k/yr 104,300 jobs
Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education
$65k/yr 1,094,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Psychologists, all other
$118k/yr 55,300 jobs
Industrial-organizational psychologists
$110k/yr 5,600 jobs
Clinical and counseling psychologists
$96k/yr 76,300 jobs
Psychology teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 52,500 jobs

Student Demographics

8,111
Total Students
56%
Women
63%
Traditional Age (18-24)
24%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 4%
Hispanic 91%
Black 1%
Asian 1%
Two or More 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 3%
Off-Campus (Renters) 24%
With Family 73%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,939 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 26%
Hybrid (Some Online) 49%
Fully Online 25%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 63%
25-64 (Adult) 27%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Imperial Valley College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Imperial Valley College?
Tuition at Imperial Valley College is $1,104 for in-state students and $7,968 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $2,730.
What is the graduation rate at Imperial Valley College?
The graduation rate at Imperial Valley College is 46%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Imperial Valley College a good school?
Imperial Valley College has a Repit College Score of 56/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (A+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (D): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Imperial Valley College?
Imperial Valley College has a total enrollment of 8,111 students.
Is there rental demand near Imperial Valley College?
Yes! Approximately 24% of students at Imperial Valley College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,939 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Imperial area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology