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Los Angeles Valley College
Valley Glen, California · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 5800 Fulton Avenue, Valley Glen, CA 91401 · Phone: (818) 947-2600 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Los Angeles Valley College is a public trade and career school in Valley Glen, California offering construction trades programs, accredited by the ACCJC.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates of Los Angeles Valley College carry a median debt of $10,500 and earn a median of $42,678 ten years after entry; campus-specific completion rate is not reported.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Los Angeles Valley College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, can be used, and 25.6% of students receive Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers | $40,950 | $60,270 | $78,520 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | 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
Los Angeles Valley College is a public community college located in Valley Glen, California, in a large city setting. It participates in federal Title IV student aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA-based financial aid, including Pell Grants, to help pay for enrollment. The school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges and, for nursing programs specifically, the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. Among its trade offerings, construction trades programs are the most notable, with 11 completers reported in the program family and 2 total trade programs listed.
Federal data show some but not all outcome figures for this campus. The completion rate for this campus specifically is not reported for this campus in federal data, though the statewide average completion rate is 64.2%, and how this campus compares to that average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt for graduates is reported at $10,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $42,678. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 25.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of lower-income students on this campus of 12,601 undergraduates overall.
Based on the construction trades focus, this campus may suit students seeking hands-on, skills-based training rather than a traditional four-year path, though specific program lengths and schedules are not reported here and should be confirmed directly with the school. Adults considering a career change should verify current program offerings, schedules, and licensing requirements by contacting the college directly. To confirm accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome data, prospective students can check with the listed accreditors or consult the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Los Angeles Valley College's trade offerings center on construction trades programs, with 11 completers reported and 2 total trade programs listed in federal data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the college is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, and its nursing programs are accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus-specific completion rate is not reported for this campus in federal data. The statewide average completion rate is 64.2%, but a direct comparison is not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates of this school carry a median debt of $10,500, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are $42,678, per federal 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 at (818) 947-2600 or visit lavc.edu for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public college, which generally means lower tuition for state residents and is subject to state oversight, compared to for-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the ACCJC and ACEN, and review federal outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at the school's dedicated page.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The construction trades focus suggests hands-on, skills-based training that may appeal to career changers, but specific scheduling and program length details are not reported here, so contacting the school directly is recommended.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to confirm requirements for specific construction trades programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Los Angeles Valley College at (818) 947-2600 or visit its website at https://www.lavc.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Direct comparisons with other nearby schools are not reported in this data; prospective students can use the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across schools.
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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.