C+
Above Average
Score: 54/100
Quick Stats
2,201
Total Enrollment
27%
Graduation Rate
68%
Retention Rate
13.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$9,741
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors
The Flathead Valley Community College Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $562,158
- Avg rent near campus: $1,946/mo — vs ~$681/mo campus room rate
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 59901 (2.7% cap, Kalispell)
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Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $4,768 | $10,098 |
| Room | $6,130 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $20,395 | $25,725 |
Financial Aid
85%
Receive Any Aid
34%
Receive Pell Grants
19%
Take Out Loans
$9,741
Avg Net Price
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $6,585 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $6,919 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $9,780 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $10,507 |
| $110,001+ | $13,604 |
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
General Studies
99 grads/yr
Welding Technology/Welder
31 grads/yr
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
22 grads/yr
Electrician
8 grads/yr
Graphic Design
8 grads/yr
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
8 grads/yr
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
7 grads/yr
Construction/Heavy Equipment/Earthmoving Equipment Operation
7 grads/yr
Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling
7 grads/yr
Physical Therapy Assistant
7 grads/yr
Computer Programming/Programmer, General
7 grads/yr
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician
6 grads/yr
Jewelry Arts
5 grads/yr
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
5 grads/yr
Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Machinist Technology/CNC Machinist
5 grads/yr
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
5 grads/yr
Gunsmithing/Gunsmith
4 grads/yr
Surveying Technology/Surveying
4 grads/yr
Small Business Administration/Management
4 grads/yr
Surgical Technology/Technologist
3 grads/yr
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Flathead Valley Community College's top programs commonly pursue.
Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr
183,400 jobs
Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers
$51k/yr
457,300 jobs
Welding, soldering, and brazing machine setters, operators, and tenders
$47k/yr
38,900 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr
3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr
91,600 jobs
Signal and track switch repairers
$84k/yr
8,700 jobs
First-line supervisors of construction trades and extraction workers
$79k/yr
921,600 jobs
Electricians
$62k/yr
818,700 jobs
Student Demographics
2,201
Total Students
56%
Women
40%
Traditional Age (18-24)
35%
Off-Campus Renters
👥 Race & Ethnicity
White
78%
Hispanic
4%
Black
1%
Asian
1%
Two or More
4%
Non-Resident
1%
🏠 Living Arrangements
On Campus
21%
Off-Campus (Renters)
35%
With Family
44%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~777 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person
71%
Hybrid (Some Online)
18%
Fully Online
11%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)
40%
25-64 (Adult)
23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Flathead Valley Community 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 Flathead Valley Community College?
Tuition at Flathead Valley Community College is
$4,768 for in-state students
and $10,098 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $9,741.
What is the graduation rate at Flathead Valley Community College?
The graduation rate at Flathead Valley Community College is 27%.
This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Flathead Valley Community College a good school?
Flathead Valley Community College has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (Grade: C+).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
- Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Flathead Valley Community College?
Flathead Valley Community College has a total enrollment of 2,201 students.
Is there rental demand near Flathead Valley Community College?
Yes! Approximately 35% of students at Flathead Valley Community College live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 777 students who need rental housing near campus.
This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Kalispell area.
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