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Yakima Valley College
Yakima, Washington · Public college · Training programs available:
Address: South 16th Ave. & Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima, WA 98907 · Phone: (509) 574-4600 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Yakima Valley College is a public trade and career school in Yakima, Washington, offering medical assistant, phlebotomy, and surgical technologist programs, accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, median graduate debt at Yakima Valley College is $13,966 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $43,499; completion rate versus the state average is not reported for this campus.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Yakima Valley College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid can be used here, and about 38.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $46,540 | $59,290 | $63,590 |
| Phlebotomists | $39,410 | $48,880 | $58,370 |
| Surgical technologists | $55,270 | $77,270 | $90,620 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $66,570 | $102,090 | $121,560 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $64,230 | $83,150 | $93,970 |
| Dental assistants | $46,280 | $58,090 | $62,340 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $39,470 | $57,270 | $76,960 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $47,270 | $58,900 | $67,630 |
| Medical records specialists | $45,500 | $62,270 | $79,680 |
| Electricians | $52,170 | $95,220 | $121,530 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Washington (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 | Associate degree | 13 | $42,399 | $50,856 | $10,551 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 11 | $33,064 | $24,035 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 10 | $42,399 | $50,856 | $10,551 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 3 | $33,064 | $24,035 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Associate degree | 1 | 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
Yakima Valley College is a public trade and career training campus in Yakima, Washington. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, applies here since the school participates in Title IV programs. The campus holds accreditation through the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, and the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. Among its 14 trade-related program families, the most-awarded programs are medical assistant programs, phlebotomy classes, and surgical technologist programs, each with 18 or 13 completions reported.
Federal data shows some outcome figures for this campus but not others. The completion rate compared with the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data, though the state average completion rate for similar institutions is 66.1%. Median debt among graduates is $13,966, and median earnings ten years after entry are $43,499. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 38.1% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of students with financial need.
This campus, with 2,770 undergraduates in a small-city setting, offers programs spanning short certificate tracks like phlebotomy to more technical fields like surgical technology and radiologic technology. Program length details are not reported for this campus in federal data, so prospective students, including career changers, should confirm program duration and schedule directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and review updated outcome data, consult the listed accreditors or the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Yakima Valley College offers 14 trade-related program families, with the most completions in medical assistant programs, phlebotomy classes, and surgical technologist programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited. Accreditors include the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, and the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate compared with the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate for similar institutions is 66.1%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $13,966, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $43,499, 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 (509) 574-4600 or visit https://www.yvcc.edu/ for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Yakima Valley College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for federal financial aid programs.
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 and schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the listed accrediting bodies and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?237109.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Specific fit for career changers is not reported in federal data, but the campus offers a range of certificate and technical programs, from phlebotomy to surgical technology, that may suit varied backgrounds. Contact the school to discuss individual circumstances.
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 directly for program-specific credentialing information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Yakima Valley College at (509) 574-4600 or through its website, https://www.yvcc.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in federal data; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?237109 for comparable 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.