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West Valley College
Saratoga, California · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 14000 Fruitvale Ave, Saratoga, CA 95070 · Phone: (408) 867-2200 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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West Valley College is a public trade school in Saratoga, CA offering medical assistant and aviation maintenance (A&P) programs, accredited by ACCJC.
West Valley College has a 50.7% completion rate, below the California average of 64.2%, and median earnings of $51,688 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Federal financial aid can be used here, and about 11.9% 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 |
| Aircraft mechanics and service technicians | $53,860 | $86,100 | $99,650 |
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 | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | 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
West Valley College is a public community college in Saratoga, California, accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. Among its trade offerings, the campus is most associated with medical assistant programs and aviation maintenance (A&P) schools, drawing from a total undergraduate enrollment of 6,416 students.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 50.7%, which is below the California state average of 64.2%. Median earnings 10 years after entry for students are reported at $51,688. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 11.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a modest share of lower-income students on campus.
This campus may suit students interested in short, focused trade programs such as medical assisting or aviation maintenance, particularly those pursuing a career change, though program length details are not specified here. Because it is a large suburban public college with an established accreditor, students weighing this option should verify current outcomes and costs directly through the College Scorecard and confirm accreditation status with ACCJC before enrolling. Prospective students are encouraged to contact the school directly for specifics not captured in federal reporting.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
West Valley College offers medical assistant programs (10 completers) and aviation maintenance (A&P) schools (2 completers), among a total of 3 trade programs tracked in federal data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, West Valley College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC).
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 and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 50.7%, which is below the California state average of 64.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (408) 867-2200 for details.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $51,688, per the College Scorecard.
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 information.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
West Valley College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for state funding, though specific tuition figures are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the available federal data; contact the school directly or visit its website for program duration details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through ACCJC and review federal outcomes data via the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?125499.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program lengths or schedules, so fit for career changers cannot be confirmed from federal data alone; contact the school to discuss program formats.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported in this data; contact West Valley College directly for program-specific credentialing information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach West Valley College at (408) 867-2200 or visit https://www.westvalley.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across institutions.
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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.