C
Average
Score: 53/100

Irvine Valley College

2-Year Public
📍 Irvine, California 92618
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 58%
Outcomes
C+
64/100
Affordability
B+
78/100
Resources
D
43/100
Experience
D
35/100
Prestige
C
40/100

Quick Stats

11,994
Total Enrollment
58%
Graduation Rate
77%
Retention Rate
30.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$5,189
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Irvine Valley College

23% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 2,735 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$1,551,589
Avg Monthly Rent
$3,509
1-Year Change
-4.1%
For parents & investors

The Irvine Valley College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $1,551,589
  • Avg rent near campus: $3,509/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 92637 (4.7% cap, Laguna Woods)

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🏆 Where Irvine Valley College Ranks

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

#9
Taxation
of 10 schools
#16
Small Business Administration/Management
of 26 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $1,104 $10,944

Financial Aid

66%
Receive Any Aid
32%
Receive Pell Grants
1%
Take Out Loans
$5,189
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$638
$30,001 - $48,000$1,069
$48,001 - $75,000$4,518
$75,001 - $110,000$8,024
$110,001+$8,170

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 2,254 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 313 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 294 grads/yr Small Business Administration/Management 237 grads/yr Biological and Physical Sciences 234 grads/yr Humanities/Humanistic Studies 165 grads/yr Psychology, General 135 grads/yr Real Estate 128 grads/yr Mathematics, General 93 grads/yr Physics, General 83 grads/yr Chemistry, General 83 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 71 grads/yr Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 41 grads/yr Speech Communication and Rhetoric 38 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 36 grads/yr Economics, General 36 grads/yr Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 34 grads/yr Taxation 34 grads/yr Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 32 grads/yr Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications, General 31 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs

Student Demographics

11,994
Total Students
48%
Women
61%
Traditional Age (18-24)
23%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 28%
Hispanic 25%
Black 2%
Asian 32%
Two or More 6%
Non-Resident 5%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 23%
With Family 77%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~2,735 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 21%
Hybrid (Some Online) 41%
Fully Online 38%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 61%
25-64 (Adult) 21%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Irvine 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 Irvine Valley College?
Tuition at Irvine Valley College is $1,104 for in-state students and $10,944 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $5,189.
What is the graduation rate at Irvine Valley College?
The graduation rate at Irvine Valley College is 58%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Irvine Valley College a good school?
Irvine Valley College has a Repit College Score of 53/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (D): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Irvine Valley College?
Irvine Valley College has a total enrollment of 11,994 students.
Is there rental demand near Irvine Valley College?
Yes! Approximately 23% of students at Irvine Valley College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 2,735 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Irvine area.

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