Institutional Characteristics
The following table compares the basic academic information between selected colleges. By school type, all 6 selected colleges are private. By school level, all 6 schools are 2-4 year institutions.
| Name | Location | Type/Level | Highest Degree | Offered Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bellus Academy-Poway | Poway, CA | Private (for-profit), 2-4 years | Non-degree granting | Certificate |
| Advanced College | South Gate, CA | Private (for-profit), 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | - |
| Valley College of Medical Careers | West Hills, CA | Private (for-profit), 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| San Joaquin Valley College-Lancaster | Lancaster, CA | Private (for-profit), 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| San Joaquin Valley College-Rancho Mirage | Rancho Mirage, CA | Private (for-profit), 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| San Joaquin Valley College-Santa Maria | Santa Maria, CA | Private (for-profit), 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
Key Facts Comparison
The average tuition & fees of selected colleges is - for all undergraduate students. The following table compares key facts for each schools including acceptance rate, graduation rate, tuition, student to faculty ratio, and student population.
| Name | Tuition & Fees | Acceptance Rate | Graduation Rate | Student Faculty Ratio | Student Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bellus Academy-Poway | $15,548 | - | 68% | 16:1 | 436 |
| Advanced College | $31,257 | - | - | 6:1 | 59 |
| Valley College of Medical Careers | $15,550 | - | 69% | 15:1 | 70 |
| San Joaquin Valley College-Lancaster | $21,997 | - | 42% | 62:1 | 248 |
| San Joaquin Valley College-Rancho Mirage | $41,237 | - | 57% | 15:1 | 146 |
| San Joaquin Valley College-Santa Maria | $21,997 | - | 48% | 18:1 | 110 |
| Average | - | - | 0.00% | 0.00:1 | 0 |