Yakima Valley Community College
Yakima, United States • Founded 1928
Updated Oct 2026 · Source: yvcc.edu
Overview
Yakima Valley College is a public community college in Yakima, Washington, with a second campus in Grandview.
It was founded in 1928 and is governed by a board of trustees appointed by the governor. Students can work toward transfer degrees, applied associate degrees, workforce certificates and a small set of applied bachelor's degrees.
Programs are organised into career pathways that include arts and humanities, business, healthcare, social sciences and education, STEM, and an exploratory track for undecided students. The college also runs English language courses, adult basic education, GED preparation, Running Start for high school students and high school completion.
Tuition is set by the state board for community and technical colleges and charged per credit.
Washington residents pay the lowest rate, and students who qualify under the state's Dreamer law pay the same resident rate. Financial aid staff on both campuses help students with federal and state aid applications, scholarships and income-based funding for workforce training.
The college is recognised as a Hispanic Serving Institution.
Location & Contact
Address, contact details, and online presence for Yakima Valley Community College are summarised below.
Academic Details
The numbers behind Yakima Valley Community College: student body, academic staff, and recognising bodies.
Academic Structures
Below is how Yakima Valley Community College is organised academically — the schools, faculties, and units.
Unit 7 items
- Arts & Humanities
- Business
- College & Career Readiness
- Exploratory
- Healthcare
- STEM
- Social Sciences & Education
Programs Offered
Search and filter Yakima Valley Community College's available programmes by degree level.
72 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in United States
Bachelor's Degree 5 programmes
Associate's Degree 39 programmes
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Certificate 28 programmes
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How to apply to Yakima Valley Community College
How to apply to Yakima Valley Community College — a five-step structure.
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Find a programme that fits your goals
Use the programme finder to browse Yakima Valley Community College's 72 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.
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Confirm you meet the requirements
Programme-level requirements at Yakima Valley Community College typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.
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Assemble your application package
Prepare academic transcripts, ID/passport copies, language proficiency proof, a personal statement, and reference letters. International candidates may need apostilled or notarised translations — start early to avoid deadline pressure.
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Submit your application
Yakima Valley Community College processes applications through www.yvcc.edu. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.
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Contact admissions and follow up
Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.
Frequently Asked Questions about Yakima Valley Community College
Common questions about Yakima Valley Community College — answers from its published profile.
How old is Yakima Valley Community College?
The institution opened in 1928 (approximately 98 years ago).
What city is Yakima Valley Community College in?
Yakima Valley Community College operates from Yakima, United States.
What is Yakima Valley Community College's control type?
It is a public higher-education institution.
How big is Yakima Valley Community College's student body?
Yakima Valley Community College serves approximately 2,770 students.
What is Yakima Valley Community College's academic structure?
Yakima Valley Community College is organised into 7 academic units across its disciplines.
What is Yakima Valley Community College's official website?
You can find Yakima Valley Community College online at www.yvcc.edu.
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