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Antelope Valley Community College District
Lancaster, California · Public college
Address: 3041 West Ave K, Lancaster, CA 93536 · Phone: (661) 722-6300 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, since lifted — Aug 2024 · Probation · Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology; May 2025 · Renewal of Accreditation.
Antelope Valley Community College District is a public trade and career school in Lancaster, California, offering aviation maintenance, medical assistant, and welding programs, accredited by the ACCJC.
Median graduate debt is $12,500 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $36,526, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; the campus completion rate is not reported, though the state average is 64.2%.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Antelope Valley Community College District; federal financial aid can be used here, and 41.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aircraft mechanics and service technicians | $53,860 | $86,100 | $99,650 |
| Medical assistants | $39,290 | $49,660 | $61,870 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $44,520 | $58,060 | $70,400 |
| Electricians | $46,800 | $76,160 | $103,000 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $38,180 | $64,980 | $77,060 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $64,390 | $79,750 | $93,720 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $70,210 | $121,260 | $137,770 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in California (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 326 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 93 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 17 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 17 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 14 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 14 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 10 | $54,445 | $48,432 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Antelope Valley Community College District is a public community college in Lancaster, California, accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, with its radiologic technology program also accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The campus awards 17 trade and career program credentials in fields including aviation, medical assisting, welding, electrical work, automotive repair, LPN nursing, and radiologic technology, with the most completions in aviation maintenance (A&P), medical assistant programs, and welding.
Federal data show 571 trade program completers out of an undergraduate enrollment of 11,534. The statewide average completion rate is 64.2%, though this campus's own completion rate and how it compares to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $12,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $36,526. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 41.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income students.
Given its large program count and heavy volume in aviation maintenance, this campus may suit students seeking longer, credential-specific technical training as well as those pursuing shorter allied-health or trade certificates; program lengths themselves are not reported for this campus in federal data, so applicants should confirm scheduling directly. Adult learners and career changers should contact the school to verify class formats. To verify accreditation status and review the underlying federal outcomes data, consult the College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Antelope Valley Community College District offers 17 trade and career programs, with the highest enrollment in aviation maintenance (A&P), medical assistant programs, and welding. Other program families include electrician, auto mechanic, LPN, and radiologic technology training.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, with its radiologic technology program also accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus's own completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. The California state average completion rate is 64.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $12,500, per federal College Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $36,526, per federal College Scorecard data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public community college, which typically means lower tuition and eligibility for state and federal funding compared to for-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (661) 722-6300 or visit avc.edu to confirm program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status and review detailed outcomes data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at the link provided by the school.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program formats or scheduling flexibility, so adult learners and career changers should contact the school directly to confirm fit.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Antelope Valley Community College District at (661) 722-6300 or through its website, avc.edu.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Federal data provided here does not include comparative figures for nearby schools; use the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across institutions.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.