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Private for-profit, 2-Year
Fresno, CA

San Joaquin Valley College-Trades Education Center

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in CA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$26,377

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

59.3%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$38,317

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

San Joaquin Valley College-Trades Education Center is a distinguished Private for-profit, 2-Year institution located in Fresno, CA. With a competitive tuition profile of $26,377, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 59.3% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$52,754

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

6.3 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$8,317

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$30,416

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$113,586

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at San Joaquin Valley College-Trades Education Center is $10,674.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
3.4%
96.6%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Hispanic
56.9%
White
21.2%
Asian
9.9%
Unknown
4.8%
Black
3.8%
American Indian / Alaska Native
2.1%
Two or more
1.0%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.3%
International
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$26,377

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$23,061
$30k - $48k$24,404
$48k - $75k$25,393
$75k+$27,990

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$10,674
Pell Grant Recipients58.2%
Using Federal Loans67.1%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment30.2%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

82.9%

Success

59.3%

In-State Cost

$26,377

Age 25+ Students

42.8%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 11

Working at 6yr

5,386 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Fresno (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Fresno (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Fresno

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$1,149

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$1,157

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,443

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Fresno metropolitan area.