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Porterville College

Public Porterville, CA · Suburban · Far West · 73% data reported · Agent Insights
32%
Graduation Rate
$36,328
Earnings (10yr)
$12,301
Net Price
2,834
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Overview

Porterville College serves approximately 2,834 students, focusing on fields like Social Sciences, Criminal Justice, and Visual Arts. The college’s graduation rate stands at 32%, indicating that just over a quarter of students complete their degrees within the standard time frame.

Data from Chetty/Opportunity Insights suggests that Porterville College plays a role in improving economic mobility, though specific metrics like mobility and success rates for students from low-income backgrounds are not available. This indicates that while the college may help some students progress, there is room for improvement in tracking and enhancing outcomes.

The net price for attending Porterville College is $12,301. Graduates earn a median income of $36,328 ten years after starting their studies. With a Pell Grant rate of 35%, many students receive financial aid, making this college a viable option for those seeking to pursue their education without incurring significant debt. Students who thrive here are likely those focused on practical career paths in the arts, business, and social sciences.

How Porterville Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation32%Earnings 10yr$36KNet Price$12KRetention51%Pell Grant Rate35%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$12K$0-30K$12K$30-48K$13K$48-75K

Cost & Financial Aid

$1,438
In-State Tuition
$11,308
Out-of-State
$12,301
Avg Net Price
35%
Pell Grant Rate
0%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$12,113
Family Income $0–$30K
$11,641
Family Income $30K–$48K
$13,228
Family Income $48K–$75K

Graduate Outcomes

$30,202
6 Years After Entry
$34,482
8 Years
$36,328
10 Years
36%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$30,202 6yr $34,482 8yr $36,328 10yr

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

0.62
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.04
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
2.8%
Volunteering Rate
0.99
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 51%
Full-Time Faculty 41%
Faculty Salary (mo) $11,482
Diversity Index 0.36
First-Gen Students 63%

Top Programs

Social Sciences 19%
Humanities 14%
Criminal Justice 10%
Business & Marketing 7%
Visual & Performing Arts 4%
Health Professions 4%
Communications 3%
Computer Science & IT 3%

Quick Facts

Setting Suburban
Region Far West
Accreditor Western Association of Schools and Colleges Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges
Predominant Degree Associate's
Hispanic-Serving Yes

Student Body

Female
60%
White
12%
Hispanic
79%
Black
2%
Asian
3%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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