Imperial Valley College Outcomes

Imperial Valley College graduates earn a median of $34,487 ten years after enrollment, reflecting the agricultural and service economy of California's southeastern desert region. With federal loan rates at 0%, most students graduate debt-free from this community college. The 72.8% employment rate shows solid job placement in local agriculture, border trade, and public services. Graduates often work in farming operations, logistics companies serving the Calexico border crossing, or transfer to four-year universities. The debt-to-earnings ratio is zero for most students, making monthly payments negligible compared to income. At under $10,000 total cost of attendance, this represents a strong return on investment for career training and university transfer preparation.