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San Joaquin Valley College-Ontario
Ontario, California · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 4580 Ontario Mills Parkway, Ontario, CA 91764 · Phone: (559) 734-9000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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San Joaquin Valley College-Ontario is a private for-profit trade school in Ontario, California, offering electrician, medical assistant, and dental hygiene programs, accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 63.9% completion rate, near the state average of 64.2%, with median graduate debt of $10,674 and median earnings of $38,317 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at San Joaquin Valley College-Ontario is reported at $31,279, federal financial aid is accepted, and 51.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $46,800 | $76,160 | $103,000 |
| Medical assistants | $39,290 | $49,660 | $61,870 |
| Dental hygienists | $102,090 | $124,930 | $132,120 |
| 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
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-Ontario is a private for-profit trade school located in Ontario, California. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges and is eligible for federal financial aid (Title IV). The campus offers 9 program families, with the most-awarded trade programs being electrician schools (172 completions), medical assistant programs (67), and dental hygiene programs (55), alongside other offerings such as HVAC and pharmacy technician training.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 63.9%, which is near the state average of 64.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $10,674, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $38,317. Annual cost of attendance is reported at $31,279, and 51.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income enrollees. Trade completers total 353 out of an undergraduate enrollment of 895.
This campus may suit students seeking focused, program-specific training in fields like electrical work, medical assisting, or dental hygiene rather than a broad academic degree, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Adult learners and career changers should independently verify program schedules and format by contacting the school directly. Prospective students can confirm accreditation status and outcomes through the accreditor listed above or by reviewing the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for this institution.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers 9 program families, with the most completions in electrician schools (172), medical assistant programs (67), and dental hygiene programs (55). Other program families include HVAC and pharmacy technician training.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, 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. About 51.9% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 63.9%, which is near the state average of 64.2%, according to federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates have a median debt of $10,674, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $38,317, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $31,279.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels, financial aid eligibility, and outcomes compared to public or non-profit institutions. Prospective students should review its Title IV status and Scorecard data as part of their decision.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (559) 734-9000 or visit sjvc.edu for specific program durations.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges and review federal outcomes data via the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?442444.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers focused trade programs such as electrician training and medical assisting, which may suit career changers, though specific scheduling and format details are not reported in federal data. Contact the school directly to confirm fit for your situation.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact San Joaquin Valley College-Ontario at (559) 734-9000 or through its website, sjvc.edu.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Federal data for this campus does not include direct comparisons to other nearby schools; prospective students should review the College Scorecard link for comparable institutions in the area.
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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.