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San Joaquin Valley College-Lancaster
Lancaster, California · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 42135 10th Street West, Lancaster, CA 93534 · Phone: (559) 734-9000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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San Joaquin Valley College-Lancaster is a private for-profit trade school in Lancaster, California, offering medical assistant, HVAC, and pharmacy technician programs, accredited by WSCUC.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 56.7% completion rate, below the state average of 64.2%; graduates carry a median debt of $10,674 and earn a median of $38,317 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at San Joaquin Valley College-Lancaster is $32,032; the school participates in federal financial aid programs, and 72.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $39,290 | $49,660 | $61,870 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $46,950 | $72,560 | $90,780 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $42,850 | $55,110 | $65,590 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 76 | $21,439 | $21,861 | $9,500 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 45 | $33,602 | $39,009 | $13,000 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 33 | $21,439 | $21,861 | $9,500 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 4 | $24,416 | $23,853 | $18,250 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 1 | $24,416 | $23,853 | $18,250 |
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
San Joaquin Valley College-Lancaster is a private for-profit trade and career school located in Lancaster, California. It is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission, and students here can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants. The campus's top programs are medical assistant programs, HVAC schools, and pharmacy technician programs, with medical assistant training being the largest by completions.
Among the numbers reported: the completion rate at this campus is 56.7%, which is below the California state average of 64.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $10,674, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $38,317. The annual cost of attendance is listed as $32,032, and 72.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of low-income enrollment. Any figure not mentioned here is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus may suit students pursuing shorter, career-focused training in fields like medical assisting, HVAC, or pharmacy technology rather than a traditional four-year path, though program length details are not reported here. Prospective students, including career changers, should confirm program lengths, schedules, and licensing requirements directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and outcome data independently, contact the school at (559) 734-9000, visit sjvc.edu, or review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard entry for this campus.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus's top programs are medical assistant programs, HVAC schools, and pharmacy technician programs, with medical assistant training having the highest number of completions (77). The campus offers 5 programs in total.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants. About 72.7% of students here receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate at this campus is 56.7%, which is below the California state average of 64.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates of this campus carry a median debt of $10,674, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $38,317 for graduates of this campus.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance at this campus is $32,032.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can mean different cost structures and outcomes than public or non-profit institutions; prospective students should compare cost, debt, and earnings data carefully.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program durations.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?481775.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers career-focused programs in medical assisting, HVAC, and pharmacy technology, which may appeal to those seeking shorter, job-focused training; however, specific fit for career changers depends on program length and schedule details not reported here.
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 programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach San Joaquin Valley College-Lancaster by phone at (559) 734-9000 or visit their website at https://www.sjvc.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard to compare institutions offering similar programs.
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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.