Yakima Valley College’s annual report to the community provides highlights and updates of activities and initiatives over the past year and summarizes the college’s achievements during that time. The results of these efforts are illustrated in the accomplishments of our outstanding students, faculty and staff.
Mission
As a federally designated Hispanic-serving Institution residing on the traditional homelands of the 14 Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation, Yakima Valley College cultivates equity and a culture of innovative and inclusive teaching and learning.
Yakima Valley College serves all students holistically, supports all students’ learning goals, and fosters achievement within career and educational pathways.
We strengthen our communities by providing opportunities for personal enrichment, economic mobility, and sociocultural engagement.
Students listen to Sociology Instructor Keith Reyes during a class lecture.
2023-2024 Enrollment
During the 2023-24 academic year Yakima Valley College had an annual headcount of 6,789 students. The cohort included a diverse group of students: 75% were the first in their families to attend college, 64% come from low-income households or were Pell eligible, and 74% received some type of financial assistance. 64% of the student body was female and the average age was 27.
Employees
Yakima Valley College employs a dedicated team of faculty, staff and administrators who strive to promote life-long learning to students in the Yakima Valley.
Full-Time Employees: 429
- Admin/Exempt – 24%
- Classified – 45%
- Full Time Faculty – 31%
Operating Resources
Operating resources are state-allocated funds given to YVC and income gathered through tuition to cover the operation of the college. Operating funds cover items such as staff salaries, facilities and utilities management.
State and Federal Grants and Contracts
State and federal grants and contracts are additional funds allocated to institutions like YVC to support specific programs or initiatives.
Financial Aid
Federal and state financial aid programs, as well as privately funded scholarships, are designed to provide additional financial resources to students attending Yakima Valley College.
A Look at Our Students
YVC’s diverse community prepares students to thrive in an ever more diverse world. Students are exposed to a wide range of ideas and cultures. Our campus fosters the intellectual and social development of students, making an impact that remains throughout their lives.
Students in YVC's Automotive Service Technology program review diagnostic information
during lab.
Age
Course Type
Ethnicity
Students work on an undergraduate research project during the summer quarter.
- First Generation (Numbers reflect 2023-2024 percentage) 75%
- Students Meeting Academic Program Learning Outcomes 87%
- Receive Grants, Scholarships and Other Aid 74%
- Low Income 64%
- Running Start 14%