Overview
Oxnard College is a public community college in Oxnard, California, serving the south Ventura County area.
It opened in 1975 and is part of the Ventura County Community College District. The campus sits on 118 acres within a short distance of the coast and is undergoing a bond-funded building program.
The college offers certificates, associate degrees and associate degrees for transfer across more than sixty disciplines. Career and technical fields include dental hygiene, fire technology, automotive technology and culinary arts and restaurant management.
Transfer-oriented students can complete degrees designed to move toward California State University campuses.
Admission is open to high school graduates and adults who can benefit from instruction, and high school students may enroll concurrently without tuition. Support services include financial aid, the Extended Opportunity Programs and Services office for low-income students, and a Dream Resource Center for undocumented and AB 540 students.
Location & Contact
Mailing address, phone, email, and social channels for Oxnard College are listed below.
Academic Details
Scale, staffing, and recognition figures for Oxnard College are listed below.
Academic Structures
The academic units through which Oxnard College delivers teaching are listed below.
Unit 51 items
- Addictive Disorders Studies
- Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
- Anatomy
- Art and Art History
- Assistive Computer Technology
- Astronomy
- Automotive Body and Fender Repair
- Automotive Technology
- Biological Sciences
- Border Studies
- Cal LAW Scholar
- Chicana/o Studies
- Child and Adolescent Development
- Coastal Environmental Studies
- Computer Networking/Information Technology
- Computer Science
- Counseling
- Culinary Arts & Restaurant Management
- Dance
- Dental Assisting
- Dental Hygiene
- Early Childhood Education
- Emergency Medical Technology
- English as a Second Language
- Environmental Science
- Film, Television, and Electronic Media
- Fire Technology
- Geographic Information Systems
- Geology
- Global Studies
- Graphic Design
- Health Education
- Intercollegiate Athletics
- Interdisciplinary Studies
- Law, Public Policy, and Society
- Learning Skills
- Lifeguarding (Open Water)
- Logistics
- Microbiology
- Music
- Nutrition and Dietetics
- Paralegal Studies
- Physiology
- Pre-Health Professions
- Public Health
- Reading
- Social Justice Studies
- Spanish
- Theatre
- Tutoring
- Urban Studies
Programs Offered
All active programmes at Oxnard College are listed by degree level.
87 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in United States
Bachelor's Degree 1 programme
Associate's Degree 52 programmes
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Certificate 34 programmes
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Funding routes available to students in the United States are listed below.
How to apply to Oxnard College
A five-step path through the application process at Oxnard College.
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Browse the programme catalogue
Begin by reviewing the programmes section above. Oxnard College offers 87 programmes grouped by qualification level. Decide on a target tier (bachelor's, master's, or doctoral) before narrowing by subject.
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Check eligibility for your chosen programme
Each programme at Oxnard College has its own entry requirements — academic minimums, language proficiency, supporting documents, and sometimes interviews or portfolios. Check the programme-specific page or contact admissions to confirm eligibility.
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Get your documents ready
Most applications require certified academic records, identification documents, language test certificates (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent for English-medium programmes), CV/résumé, and a statement of purpose. Allow extra time for document authentication.
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Apply through the official channel
Apply directly via Oxnard College's online portal at www.oxnardcollege.edu. Complete the application form, upload supporting documents, and pay any application fee. Confirmation emails typically arrive within a few business days.
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Reach out and track your application
After submitting, confirm receipt with the admissions office and track your application status through the portal. You can reach the institution by email at ocinfo@vcccd.edu or by phone at 805-678-5800. Set reminders for any interview requests, additional document submissions, or admission decision deadlines.
Frequently Asked Questions about Oxnard College
Below are key facts about Oxnard College, drawn directly from institutional records.
How old is Oxnard College?
The institution opened in 1975 (approximately 51 years ago).
Where is Oxnard College located?
Oxnard College is located in Oxnard, United States.
What is Oxnard College's control type?
Oxnard College is a public institution.
What is the student enrolment at Oxnard College?
Student enrolment at Oxnard College is around 6,240.
How is Oxnard College organised academically?
The institution comprises 51 academic units.
What is Oxnard College's official website?
Oxnard College's official website is www.oxnardcollege.edu.
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