San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield Campus, also referred to as SJVC-Bakersfield campus, is one of the eight campuses of SJVC. The college itself was established in 1977, and the Bakersfield campus was set up in 1982. It is situated in Bakersfield, California.
Students at SJVC-Bakersfield campus can choose from degree and certificate programs in business administration, criminal justice, respiratory therapy, surgical technology, therapeutic massage, and industrial technology, among others. Several online programs are also available.
San Joaquin Valley College provides a variety of support services for its students. Hands-on training and job placement assistance is available. Financial assistance is also offered to deserving students in the form of Federal Pell Grants, Work-Study Programs, Parent Loans, subsidized and unsubsidized Student Loans, Veteran Educational Benefits, and scholarships.
Bakersfield, CA is home to San Joaquin Valley College Bakersfield. Bakersfield is a large city. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Degrees at San Joaquin Valley College Bakersfield go up to the Associate's degree.
Students commonly pursue studies in security and law enforcement.
Prospective students are drawn to the school's open admissions.
The school maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges.
San Joaquin Valley College Bakersfield has 602 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008). The school has a large minority student population.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of San Joaquin Valley College is to provide quality educational programs and activities to a student population from diverse ethnic, cultural, economic and educational backgrounds."
More complete details are provided below.
San Joaquin Valley College Bakersfield
201 New Stine Rd
Bakersfield, CA 93309
General Phone: (661) 834-0126
http://www.sjvc.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Support and Technology | 227 | pharmacy tech, medical assistant, respiratory care tech, dental assistant, surgical tech |
| Business and Management | 49 | business management |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 46 | security and protective services, corrections |
| Engineering Technician | 29 | HVAC tech |
| Medical Administration | 21 | medical billing |
| Construction Trades | 2 | property management |
Number of programs and degrees for San Joaquin Valley College Bakersfield in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 372 | 10 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 2 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, San Joaquin Valley College Bakersfield had a total enrollment of 602 students (615 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 100% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 11% |
| 20-21 | 26% |
| 22-24 | 23% |
| 25-29 | 17% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 87 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Bakersfield, California for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other California Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 12,190 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 12,190 |
Financial Aid:
San Joaquin Valley College Bakersfield participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2120703)
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 17 | $43,430 | 22 | $38,360 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 17 | $43,430 | 22 | $38,360 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Building/Property Maintenance and Management
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Heating/AC/Refrigeration Technology/Technician
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Insurance Specialist/Medical Biller
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Dental Assisting/Assistant
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
Surgical Technology/Technologist
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Corrections
Security and Protective Services, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets San Joaquin Valley College Bakersfield Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in security and law enforcement (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | ![]() |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | ![]() |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Accepts some high school credits
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
On-campus library
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