C+
Above Average
Score: 56/100
Quick Stats
3,523
Total Enrollment
34%
Graduation Rate
N/A
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$12,326
Avg Net Price
🏆 Where Yakima Valley College Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $4,623 | $5,157 |
| Room | $4,200 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $19,038 | $19,572 |
Financial Aid
80%
Receive Any Aid
45%
Receive Pell Grants
5%
Take Out Loans
$12,326
Avg Net Price
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $9,106 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $9,655 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $11,646 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $14,200 |
| $110,001+ | $17,344 |
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
408 grads/yr
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
185 grads/yr
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
57 grads/yr
Business Administration and Management, General
41 grads/yr
Business/Commerce, General
40 grads/yr
Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, Other
25 grads/yr
Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist
25 grads/yr
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
18 grads/yr
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
16 grads/yr
Surgical Technology/Technologist
15 grads/yr
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
14 grads/yr
Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling
13 grads/yr
Dental Assisting/Assistant
12 grads/yr
Computer Science
12 grads/yr
Medical/Clinical Assistant
11 grads/yr
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
10 grads/yr
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
10 grads/yr
Network and System Administration/Administrator
9 grads/yr
Viticulture and Enology
9 grads/yr
Agricultural Production Operations, General
8 grads/yr
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Yakima Valley College's top programs commonly pursue.
Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr
183,400 jobs
Education teachers, postsecondary
$72k/yr
74,900 jobs
Elementary school teachers, except special education
$62k/yr
1,422,700 jobs
Kindergarten teachers, except special education
$61k/yr
117,200 jobs
Preschool teachers, except special education
$37k/yr
555,100 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr
3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr
91,600 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr
309,400 jobs
Student Demographics
3,523
Total Students
68%
Women
50%
Traditional Age (18-24)
54%
Off-Campus Renters
👥 Race & Ethnicity
White
27%
Hispanic
61%
Black
1%
Asian
2%
Two or More
2%
🏠 Living Arrangements
On Campus
10%
Off-Campus (Renters)
54%
With Family
35%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,917 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person
37%
Hybrid (Some Online)
34%
Fully Online
28%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)
50%
25-64 (Adult)
29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Yakima 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 Yakima Valley College?
Tuition at Yakima Valley College is
$4,623 for in-state students
and $5,157 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $12,326.
What is the graduation rate at Yakima Valley College?
The graduation rate at Yakima Valley College is 34%.
This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Yakima Valley College a good school?
Yakima Valley College has a Repit College Score of 56/100 (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 Yakima Valley College?
Yakima Valley College has a total enrollment of 3,523 students.
Is there rental demand near Yakima Valley College?
Yes! Approximately 54% of students at Yakima Valley College live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 1,917 students who need rental housing near campus.
This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Yakima area.
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology