Antelope Valley Community College District Tuition &

Last updated: June 29, 2026 Source: College Scorecard

Antelope Valley Community College District is a public community college in Lancaster, California, with about 11,534 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $3,860 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $1,124. Student demographics in federal data include Hispanic or Latino (65.0%) and Black or African American (14.0%) among the largest enrollment groups.

Key Facts

  • 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $1,124
  • 2024 Average Net Price: $3,860 After Financial Aid
  • 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
  • 2024 Enrolled Students: 11,534 35.1% Full-Time
  • 2024 Graduation Rate: 34.38%
  • Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Larger Programs
  • First-Generation Students: 56.2%
  • Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
  • Net price trend: Average net price increase of 458.3% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
  • Full-Time Faculty: 24.2%
  • Undergraduate Enrollment: 19,102
  • Room & Board: $13,960 annual estimate

Antelope Valley Community College District: what the data shows

Common questions about Antelope Valley Community College District, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.

Where is Antelope Valley Community College District?

Antelope Valley Community College District is located in Lancaster, CA (ZIP 93536-5426).

NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.

Is Antelope Valley Community College District public or private?

Antelope Valley Community College District is a Public institution.

How much does Antelope Valley Community College District cost?

Published tuition: $1,124 in-state, $9,548 out-of-state.

Average net price after aid: $3,860.

Family income bandAvg. net price
Family income $0–$30,000$3,012
$30,001–$48,000$3,161
$48,001–$75,000$5,619
$75,001–$110,000$8,237
$110,001+$8,678

Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $4,496.

How big is Antelope Valley Community College District?

Total enrollment: 11,534 students.

Undergraduate enrollment: 19,102 students.

About 35% enroll full-time in our extract.

What is the graduation rate at Antelope Valley Community College District?

150%-time completion rate: 34.38%.

What do graduates of Antelope Valley Community College District earn?

Median earnings: $28,110 six years after entry; $36,526 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).

How much debt do students have?

Median federal loan debt among completers: $12,500.

41.86% of students receive Pell grants.

What is Antelope Valley Community College District known for?

Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:

See ROI & Programs for more.

Is Antelope Valley Community College District a good school?

We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 34.38%; median earnings $36,526 at 10 years; net price $3,860. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.

Tuition & Cost

Tuition Costs

$1,124
2024 Undergraduate Tuition

In 2024, the cost of tuition at Antelope Valley Community College District was $1,124.

Tuition comparison with similar institutions.

Average Net Price

$3,860
2024 Value

In 2024 Antelope Valley Community College District had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $3,860.

Average net price comparison with similar institutions.

Total Cost of Attendance

$15,440 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost

$3,860 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)

$4,496 4-Year In-State Tuition

$38,192 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition

$13,960 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)

$900 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)

$15,984 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)

$63,936 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)

4-year total cost breakdown for Antelope Valley Community College District.

Financial Aid by Income Level

41.86% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants

3.66% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans

Financial aid distribution by income level.

Student Loan Default Rate

0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)

The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Antelope Valley Community College District was 0.00%.

Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.

Tuition tracker

Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Antelope Valley Community College District in that year.

Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).

Year In-state tuition & fees Out-of-state tuition & fees Average net price
2013$1,104$5,664$5,405
2014$1,104$5,664$5,367
2015$1,104$5,664$5,422
2016$1,104$6,168$3,527
2017$1,124$6,500$8,316
2018$1,124$6,500$5,961
2019$1,124$6,380$4,775
2020$1,124$6,980$9,277
2021$1,124$6,980$3,524
2022$1,124$7,724$1,480
2023$1,124$8,228$8,263

Sticker tuition and net price over time

Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.

College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).

Net price by family income

Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).

Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.

Acceptance Rate & Admissions

Acceptance Rate

Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.

Acceptance rate compared to national average.

Test Scores

Test score data is not available for this institution.

Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.

Academic Requirements

GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.

Estimated GPA and test score ranges.

Enrollment & Student Demographics

Antelope Valley Community College District reported total enrollment of about 11,534 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 44% male and 56% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Hispanic or Latino (65.0%), Black or African American (14.0%), and White (12.3%). About 41.86% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 56.2% of students are first-generation college students.

Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment

35.1% Full-Time Enrollment

The total enrollment at Antelope Valley Community College District in 2024 is 11,534 students.

Undergraduate enrollment is about 19,102 students.

Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.

Retention Rate over Time

N/A%
2024 Retention Rate

Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.

Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.

Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity

The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Hispanic or Latino at 65.0%.

Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).

College Scorecard student demographics.

Graduates & Outcomes

Time to Complete

0.00% 100% Completion Time

34.38% 150% Completion Time

In 2024, 0.00% of students graduating from Antelope Valley Community College District completed their program within 100% "normal time".

Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.

Completions by Sex (Top Programs)

  • Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 36% male / 64% female
  • Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician: 77% male / 23% female
  • Social Sciences, General: 25% male / 75% female

IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).

Completions by Race & Ethnicity

Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: Hispanic or Latino.

Summed across program completion records in our extract.

ROI & Programs

Financial value and program information for Antelope Valley Community College District.

Return on Investment

$12,500 Median Student Debt

$36,526 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)

34.22% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio

2265.67% Return on Investment

3.4 years Estimated Payback Period

Financial value analysis for Antelope Valley Community College District.

Top Programs by Completions

10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 72 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).

1. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 697 completions

2. Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician: 491 completions

3. Social Sciences, General: 365 completions

4. Biological and Physical Sciences: 183 completions

5. Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration: 124 completions

6. Business Administration and Management, General: 111 completions

7. Psychology, General: 88 completions

8. Child Care Provider/Assistant: 69 completions

9. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 68 completions

Most popular programs at Antelope Valley Community College District.

Employment Outcomes

Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.

Earnings outcomes for Antelope Valley Community College District graduates.

Operations

Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Antelope Valley Community College District from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).

Instructional Resources

  • Full-time faculty share: 24.2%
  • Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $11,244
  • Instructional expenditure per FTE: $7,962

Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.

Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.

About

Antelope Valley Community College District is a public institution located in Lancaster, CA, classified as Master's Colleges and Universities: Larger Programs. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician, Social Sciences, General. Enrollment is approximately 11,534 students. Student body composition includes Hispanic or Latino (65.0%), Black or African American (14.0%), White (12.3%). The 150%-time completion rate is 34.38%. Approximately 41.86% of students receive Pell Grants. About 56.2% of students are first-generation college students.

Institution Type

Public

Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Larger Programs

Location

Lancaster, CA 93536-5426

Region: Far West

Insights and Analysis

Graduation Rate Considerations: The 34.38% graduation rate at Antelope Valley Community College District falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.

Diverse Program Offerings: With over 72 distinct degree programs, Antelope Valley Community College District provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Antelope Valley Community College District located?

Antelope Valley Community College District is located in Lancaster, CA.

How much does Antelope Valley Community College District cost?

Reported tuition is $1,124 and average net price is $3,860 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $13,960 annually.

What is the student body demographics at Antelope Valley Community College District?

Antelope Valley Community College District reports undergraduate enrollment of about 19,102 students, Hispanic or Latino (65.0%), Black or African American (14.0%) in federal College Scorecard data.

How many first-generation students attend Antelope Valley Community College District?

About 56.2% of students at Antelope Valley Community College District are first-generation college students.

What do graduates of Antelope Valley Community College District earn?

Median earnings are $28,110 six years after entry and $36,526 ten years after entry.

What is the graduation rate at Antelope Valley Community College District?

The 150%-time completion rate is 34.4% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.

How much debt do Antelope Valley Community College District students have?

Median federal loan debt among completers is $12,500.

Is Antelope Valley Community College District public or private?

Antelope Valley Community College District is a public institution located in Lancaster, CA.

Is Antelope Valley Community College District an HBCU?

No. Antelope Valley Community College District is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.

Is Antelope Valley Community College District a tribal college?

No. Antelope Valley Community College District is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.

Is Antelope Valley Community College District a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?

By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—Antelope Valley Community College District reports 65.0% Hispanic enrollment share.

Is Antelope Valley Community College District religiously affiliated?

No religious affiliation is reported for Antelope Valley Community College District in IPEDS institutional characteristics.

Data Sources

This page uses data from the following sources:

  • California trade schools profile
  • Lancaster, California city profile
  • Far West regional profile
  • All state profiles
  • Regional profiles
  • National benchmarks
  • School directory
  • All schools in California

    • Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.

    Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.

    Methodology

    Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.

    All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.