Quick Facts

• Part One - Overview
  • The Journey Begins
  • Quick Facts
  • Visiting the Campus
  • Getting Started Is Easy!
  • Reasons for Completing the Orientation
  • Money Matters
  • Student Success
• Part Two - Academic Programs
  • Where Are You Headed?
  • Certificates of Achievement
  • Certificates of Completion
  • Associate Degrees
  • Transfer Programs
  • Other Educational Goals
  • Available Academic Programs
• Part Three - Support Services
  • Introduction to Campus Resources
  • Campus Support Services
  • Photo Tour of Buildings
• Part Four - Getting Started
  • An Overview
  • Step One - Application
  • Step Two - Matriculation
  • Complete the Three-Step Matriculation Sessions
  • Selecting Classes
  • Deciding How Many Units to Take
  • Deciding Which Classes to Take
  • Step Three - Registration
• Part Five - Tips for Success
  • Student Success Tips
  • Study Tips
• Conclusion

Student Demographics (Fall 2011)

Total Enrollment: 13,763
Average Student Age: 25.7 years

Demographic	Percent	Count
Female:	54.1%	7,546
Male:	44.8%	6,164
Full-Time	34.5%	4,741
Part-Time	65.5%	9,022

Student Ethnicity:

Ethnicity	Percent	Count
African American / Black	3.73%	514
Asian / Filipino / Pacific Islander	6.64%	914
Hispanic	46.3%	6,367
Native American	1.32%	181
White	36.8%	5,065
Other	4.68%	644
Unknown	0.57%	78

Degrees Awarded 2010-2011:
Associate's Degrees - 980
Certificates of Achievement - 438

Ventura College is 33rd in the nation (of more than 1,200 community and junior colleges) for awarding Associate's Degrees to Hispanic students, according to Department of Education Statistics.

Most Current Transfer Data 2009-2010:
University of California - 134
California State University - 587

Most Current Transfer Data 2008-2009:
In-State Private Colleges - 184
Out-of-State Four-Year Universities - 167

2010-2011:
Total Financial Aid awarded - $21,909,570 (Ventura)
Total Scholarships awarded - $499,725
Ventura College Promise Grants awarded - $218,861

Athletic Programs:
The "Eye of Tradition" is upon you if you attend Ventura College. You will be a part of a tradition that includes multiple State basketball championships for both men and women, countless Conference championships in all 18 sports, multiple Coach-of-the-Year awards and eleven Western State Conference Sports Supremacy Award titles.

Ventura College is a member of the Western State Conference and the California League of Community Colleges/Commission on Athletics (COA). We abide by all the conference constitution, bylaws, and sports supplements. We abide by the COA Athletic Code. The Dean of Physical Education/Athletics, Athletic Counselor and the Athletic Director and the eligibility clerk determine all athletic eligibility.

Ventura College Athletics

Annual Events:

Transfer Day is hosted by the Ventura College Transfer Center in the Fall each year. Approximately 75 colleges and universities attend this fair in order to meet with students interested in transferring to their institutions.

Job Fair is hosted by the Ventura College Career Center in the Spring of each year. Approximately 60 area and out of area employers attend to meet with students regarding job opportunities.

 

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