Irvine Valley College California

Public two-year college in Orange County serving nearly 12,000 students with low in-state tuition.

College statistics

Address:
5500 Irvine Center Drive
Irvine, CA
92618
Sector Group:
Public 2-Year
Official Website:
https://www.ivc.edu/
Setting:
City
Research Activity Tier:
No research designation
Economic Mobility Index:
Lower Access, Medium Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Irvine Valley College is a public two-year community college in Irvine, California, serving the greater Orange County region. The college enrolls approximately 12,000 students and offers courses and certificates across liberal arts and sciences, general studies, and humanities.

In-state tuition is $1,104 annually, with out-of-state tuition at $11,808. The low cost of attendance for California residents makes IVC an economical entry point to higher education, particularly for students beginning their first two years before transferring to a four-year institution.

IVC functions as a transfer pathway institution, preparing students for completion of bachelor's degrees at California State University and University of California campuses. The college works best for students seeking affordable general education coursework, those exploring academic interests before committing to a university, and working adults balancing education with other responsibilities. Visit the official website at ivc.edu for program details and enrollment information.