Ventura College
Ventura College is a community college located in Ventura, California. It is a state-funded college that was established back in 1925. It was the very first college in Ventura County and it has been serving the community dutifully for many decades. Currently, this school has more than 13,000 students enrolled. VC has a fairly large campus that makes use of 112 acres of land. Many spots on the campus offer a clear view of the Channel Islands, as it is located in close proximity to the ocean. This community college offers several associate degree programs and certificates for students and can give them a robust education.
VC offers a nursing program that is held in very high regard. Each year, many students enroll in this nursing program so that they can pursue their dreams of becoming medical professionals. VC's nursing program is fully approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing and has received national accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). All students will be prepared to take the licensure exams by receiving a thorough education. The program teaches practical skills, theory, and everything that a nursing student needs to find great success in the nursing field.
Institution Overview
| Campus LocaleMidsize City |
| Number of Students13,174 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio30:1 |
| Is Admission OpenYes |
| Religious Affiliation - |
| Level2-year |
| TypePublic |
| On Campus Housing- |
| Retention Rate70% |
Nursing Programs
Nursing Programs Graduates (2017-2018 academic year)
| Number of Graduates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Degree type | Men | Women |
| Associate's degree | 16 | 77 |
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Nursing schools located within 58 miles radius of Ventura College
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Moorpark College
23 miles away |
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Santa Barbara City College
28 miles away |
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Los Angeles Pierce College
38 miles away |
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College of the Canyons
39 miles away |
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Los Angeles Valley College
47 miles away |
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Los Angeles City College
55 miles away |
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Los Angeles Trade Technical College
57 miles away |
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Glendale Community College
58 miles away |
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Los Angeles Southwest College
58 miles away |
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El Camino Community College District
58 miles away |
Accreditations
Institutional Accreditations
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Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges 01/01/1952 - Current |
Nursing Programs Accreditations
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Nursing (ADNUR) - Associate degree programs ACEN 01/01/2013 - Current |
Admission
100%
Acceptance RateCost to Attend
The following table details the reported cost of attendance per credit hour for the 2017-2018 academic year.
| Undergrad courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $46/credit | |
| In State Students | $46/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $250/credit | |
| Graduate courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | - | |
| In State Students | - | |
| Out of State Students | - | |
Tuition Estimates
Based on the above credit hour costs, here is a sample tuition for different nursing programs.
| Program | Credit Hours | In district | In State | Out of State |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPN | 45 | $2,070 | $2,070 | $11,250 |
| ADN | 70 | $3,220 | $3,220 | $17,500 |
| BSN | 125 | $5,750 | $5,750 | $31,250 |
If you attend a private, for-profit school, usually the additional cost (besides tuition) is about 10% of the tuition. If you attend a public school or a not-for-profit private school, the additional cost is around 50% of the tuition.
Financial Aid
In 2017-2018 academic year, 72% of Ventura College's students received financial aid. Below is the breakdown of the financial aid provided to students.
| Students Receiving Aid | Average Amount/Student | |
|---|---|---|
| Pell Grant | 45% | $4,634 |
| Other Federal Grant | 9% | $235 |
| State Grant & Scholarships | 69% | $1,844 |
| Institutional Grant & Scholarships | -- | -- |
| Federal Student Loans | 3% | $4,875 |
| Private Loans | -- | -- |
$4,011
Average Net PriceAverage Net Price by Family Income
| Less than $30,000$1,106 |
| $30,001 to $48,000$1,843 |
| $48,001 to $75,000$4,503 |
| $75,001 to $110,000$4,780 |
| Over $110,000$6,593 |
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Student Population
13,174
Undergrads
0
Graduates
7,308
Women
5,866
Men
32%
Full-time
68%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
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Hispanic |
61% |
|
White |
27% |
|
Asian |
4% |
|
Two or more races |
4% |
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Black/African American |
2% |
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Race/ethnicity unknown |
1% |
|
Non-resident alien |
0% |
|
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander |
0% |
Relevant scholarships
- California State PTA Continuing Education Scholarship for School Nurses
- FNSNA Promise of Nursing Scholarships
- Licensed Vocational Nurse to Associate Degree Nursing Scholarships
- Associate Degree Nursing Scholarship Program
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing Scholarship Program
More scholarships
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Data source: https://nces.ed.gov (2017-2018 colleges survey) and California state board of nursing.
