C
Average
Score: 50/100

Porterville College

2-Year Public
📍 Porterville, California 93257
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: 29%
Outcomes
C
47/100
Affordability
A
87/100
Resources
C+
57/100
Experience
F
32/100
Prestige
F
23/100

Quick Stats

4,939
Total Enrollment
29%
Graduation Rate
67%
Retention Rate
19.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$5,238
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Porterville College

32% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,566 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$332,086
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,425
1-Year Change
+3.0%
For parents & investors

The Porterville College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $332,086
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,425/mo

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $1,380 $10,260

Financial Aid

96%
Receive Any Aid
68%
Receive Pell Grants
0%
Take Out Loans
$5,238
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$2,910
$30,001 - $48,000$3,734
$48,001 - $75,000$5,394
$75,001 - $110,000$10,255

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Child Care Provider/Assistant 116 grads/yr Social Sciences, General 114 grads/yr Biological and Physical Sciences 91 grads/yr Humanities/Humanistic Studies 71 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 46 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 40 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 39 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 33 grads/yr Sociology, General 25 grads/yr Speech Communication and Rhetoric 23 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 19 grads/yr Art/Art Studies, General 14 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 13 grads/yr Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician 12 grads/yr Mathematics, General 11 grads/yr History, General 10 grads/yr Fire Prevention and Safety Technology/Technician 10 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 10 grads/yr Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations 9 grads/yr Political Science and Government, General 9 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

Childcare workers
$32k/yr 991,600 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Social scientists and related workers, all other
$100k/yr 40,800 jobs
Social sciences teachers, postsecondary, all other
$75k/yr 20,700 jobs
Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education
$65k/yr 1,094,500 jobs
Social science research assistants
$58k/yr 40,600 jobs
Natural sciences managers
$161k/yr 104,300 jobs
Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs

Student Demographics

4,939
Total Students
60%
Women
47%
Traditional Age (18-24)
32%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 16%
Hispanic 77%
Black 2%
Asian 3%
Two or More 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 32%
With Family 68%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,566 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 28%
Hybrid (Some Online) 34%
Fully Online 38%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 47%
25-64 (Adult) 26%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Porterville 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 Porterville College?
Tuition at Porterville College is $1,380 for in-state students and $10,260 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $5,238.
What is the graduation rate at Porterville College?
The graduation rate at Porterville College is 29%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Porterville College a good school?
Porterville College has a Repit College Score of 50/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (A): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (F): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Porterville College?
Porterville College has a total enrollment of 4,939 students.
Is there rental demand near Porterville College?
Yes! Approximately 32% of students at Porterville College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,566 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Porterville area.

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