C
Average
Score: 46/100
Overall (traditional)
C
Outcome Rating
50/100 · earnings-weighted

San Joaquin Valley College-Rancho Cordova

2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Rancho Cordova, California 95670
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 (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 73%
Outcomes
B
73/100
Affordability
D
38/100
Resources
D
43/100
Experience
D
37/100
Prestige
F
29/100

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

226
Total Enrollment
73%
Graduation Rate
80%
Retention Rate
23.0:1
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-Rancho Cordova, 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
76.5%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
40.1%
Students receiving Pell grants

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

Earnings rank: 34th percentile among similar 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-Rancho Cordova

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
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions$69,391$77,759+19%#93 of 560#189$22,250

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-Rancho Cordova Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $485,911
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,331/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 95742 (3.8% cap, Rancho Cordova)

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🏆 Where San Joaquin Valley College-Rancho Cordova Ranks

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

#24
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
of 67 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

96%
Receive Any Aid
57%
Receive Pell Grants
87%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

226
Total Students
60%
Women
39%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 41%
Hispanic 23%
Black 5%
Asian 26%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 54%
Hybrid (Some Online) 46%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 39%
25-64 (Adult) 61%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at San Joaquin Valley College-Rancho Cordova?
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-Rancho Cordova?
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-Rancho Cordova?
The graduation rate at San Joaquin Valley College-Rancho Cordova is 73%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is San Joaquin Valley College-Rancho Cordova a good school?
San Joaquin Valley College-Rancho Cordova has a Repit College Score of 46/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (D): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): 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-Rancho Cordova?
San Joaquin Valley College-Rancho Cordova has a total enrollment of 226 students.

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