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Victor Valley College
Victorville, California · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 18422 Bear Valley Rd, Victorville, CA 92395 · Phone: (760) 245-4271 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Victor Valley College is a public trade school in Victorville, California, offering EMT & paramedic training, aviation maintenance, and welding, accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges.
Victor Valley College has a 61.8% completion rate, near the state average of 64.2%, and graduates earn a median of $36,119 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Victor Valley College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, can be used here, and 56.0% of students receive Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency medical technicians | $38,740 | $46,380 | $59,180 |
| Aircraft mechanics and service technicians | $53,860 | $86,100 | $99,650 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $44,520 | $58,060 | $70,400 |
| Medical assistants | $39,290 | $49,660 | $61,870 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $38,180 | $64,980 | $77,060 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $37,380 | $64,500 | $81,040 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 460 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 55 | $40,033 | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 37 | $40,033 | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 31 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 29 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 20 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 14 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 13 | $40,033 | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | $58,673 | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | $40,033 | 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
Victor Valley College is a public trade and career-training campus in Victorville, California, accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, applies here. Across 17 program areas, the campus's largest trade offerings are EMT & paramedic training, aviation maintenance (A&P) programs, and welding, with EMT & paramedic training standing out with 496 completers.
Of the roughly 4,210 undergraduates enrolled, 704 completed a trade program in the reporting period. The completion rate is 61.8%, close to the state average of 64.2%, placing this campus near the state average for completion. Graduates report median earnings of $36,119 ten years after entry. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data, and annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 56.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
This campus may suit students pursuing hands-on trade programs such as EMT training, aviation maintenance, or welding, particularly given the range of program lengths implied by these fields; however, specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data, so adult learners and career changers should confirm scheduling and duration directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and review the latest completion, debt, and earnings figures, consult the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Victor Valley College offers 17 program areas including EMT & paramedic training, aviation maintenance (A&P) schools, welding, medical assisting, auto mechanics, culinary arts, and construction trades. The largest program by completions is EMT & paramedic training with 496 completers.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Victor Valley College 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, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 61.8%, compared to a state average of 64.2%, which is described as near the state average.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (760) 245-4271 or visit the College Scorecard for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Graduates report median earnings of $36,119 ten years after entry, 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 directly at (760) 245-4271 or visit https://www.vvc.edu/ for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Victor Valley College is a public institution, which often means lower tuition costs and eligibility for state funding compared to private for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school to confirm program duration for specific trades.
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 completion, debt, and earnings data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?125091.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The presence of programs like EMT training, welding, and aviation maintenance suggests options for hands-on career switching, but specific program lengths and schedules are not reported in federal data, so adult learners should contact the school to confirm fit.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Victor Valley College at (760) 245-4271 or visit https://www.vvc.edu/ to learn about admissions and application steps.
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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.