D
Below Average
Score: 42/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
58/100 · earnings-weighted

San Joaquin Valley College-Hesperia

2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Hesperia, California 92344
ℹ️
Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

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: 46%
Outcomes
C+
59/100
Affordability
D
44/100
Resources
D
36/100
Experience
C
51/100
Prestige
F
17/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

437
Total Enrollment
46%
Graduation Rate
81%
Retention Rate
27.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at San Joaquin Valley College-Hesperia, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$38,317
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$36,007
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$10,674
Median debt at graduation
63.4%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
74.9%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 28% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 57th percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (CA wage index 1.21). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at San Joaquin Valley College-Hesperia

Median pay of associate's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers$39,410$61,662-13%#37 of 52#39$17,710
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)$40,861$49,445-15%#32 of 39#34$19,584
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services$28,691$46,147+23%#11 of 57#14$19,950
Criminal Justice and Corrections$33,361$44,103-6%#293 of 426#348$19,125
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services$27,132$37,439-11%#416 of 476#448$18,250
Health and Medical Administrative Services$27,553$35,734-4%#215 of 286#265$18,844

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The San Joaquin Valley College-Hesperia Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $520,380
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,631/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 92391 (6.0% cap, Lake Arrowhead)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition N/A N/A

Financial Aid

85%
Receive Any Aid
78%
Receive Pell Grants
83%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

437
Total Students
60%
Women
53%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 12%
Hispanic 60%
Black 11%
Asian 1%
Two or More 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 95%
Hybrid (Some Online) 5%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 53%
25-64 (Adult) 46%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at San Joaquin Valley College-Hesperia?
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 San Joaquin Valley College-Hesperia?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at San Joaquin Valley College-Hesperia?
The graduation rate at San Joaquin Valley College-Hesperia is 46%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is San Joaquin Valley College-Hesperia a good school?
San Joaquin Valley College-Hesperia has a Repit College Score of 42/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (D): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): 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 San Joaquin Valley College-Hesperia?
San Joaquin Valley College-Hesperia has a total enrollment of 437 students.

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