by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a West Valley College degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how West Valley College measures up.
West Valley College is ranked #47 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of C+ (above average for value). Within California, it ranks #19 of 304 for value.
Read the full West Valley College value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
West Valley College is ranked #150 out of #346 in California for quality and #19 out of #304 for California value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the West Valley College financial aid page to be sure.
West Valley College is ranked #47 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
West Valley College is priced appropriately for the quality of education it provides, making it a fair value according to College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at West Valley College costs about $8,134. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $32,535 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $11,988 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $3,423 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $8,134 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $32,535 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about West Valley College net price and the factors that affect it.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a West Valley College degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $47,952 | — | — |
| All Students | $32,535 | #47 | C+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $13,692 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $47,952 | — | — |
| All Students | $32,535 | #19 | C+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $13,692 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at West Valley College shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $30K–$48K | $2,436 |
| $48K–$75K | $5,505 |
| $75K–$110K | $6,532 |
| Over $110K | $10,299 |
About 45% of West Valley College undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $3,522 per year. Get more details on the West Valley College financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the West Valley College net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.