Overview
Ventura College is a public two-year college in the city of Ventura on California's central coast, roughly midway between Los Angeles and Santa Barbara.
It has served the local community since 1925 and is part of the Ventura County Community College District. The college is open access and offers associate degrees, certificates of achievement and transfer pathways, including associate degrees for transfer designed to lead into California State University prograMs. It also awards a bachelor's degree in automotive career education, and workforce programs sit alongside general education and transfer coursework.
A satellite site in Santa Paula, VC East Campus, extends services to the eastern part of the county. Students apply through the Admissions and Records office, and the Financial Aid office helps them with the FAFSA or the California Dream Act Application.
California residents pay a per-unit enrollment fee set by the state, with additional per-unit charges for non-residents.
The Ventura College Promise covers eligible fees for first-time students, and state and federal grants, work-study and emergency grants are also available. Support services include counseling, orientation, dual enrollment for high school students and resources for international students.
Location & Contact
Below are Ventura College's address, location, and primary contact channels.
Academic Details
Enrolment, faculty headcount, and accreditation data for Ventura College are listed below.
Programs Offered
Browse Ventura College's programmes by level, or filter by name.
85 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in United States
Associate's Degree 54 programmes
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Certificate 31 programmes
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How to apply to Ventura College
A five-step guide to applying to Ventura College.
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Research programmes at Ventura College
Begin by reviewing the programmes section above. Ventura College offers 85 programmes grouped by qualification level. Decide on a target tier (bachelor's, master's, or doctoral) before narrowing by subject.
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Review admissions criteria
Each programme at Ventura 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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Gather supporting documents
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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Lodge your application
Apply directly via Ventura College's online portal at www.venturacollege.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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Confirm receipt and track progress
After submitting, confirm receipt with the admissions office and track your application status through the portal. You can reach the institution by email at vcinfo@vcccd.edu or by phone at 8052896000. Set reminders for any interview requests, additional document submissions, or admission decision deadlines.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ventura College
Common questions about Ventura College — answers from its published profile.
How old is Ventura College?
The institution opened in 1925 (approximately 101 years ago).
What city is Ventura College in?
Ventura College operates from Ventura, United States.
What is Ventura College's control type?
It is a public higher-education institution.
How big is Ventura College's student body?
Ventura College serves approximately 10,150 students.
Where can I learn more about Ventura College?
Ventura College's official website is www.venturacollege.edu.
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