Moreno Valley College is a public community college in Moreno Valley, California, serving roughly 9,346 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $6,483 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $1,428. Student demographics in federal data include Hispanic or Latino (66.4%) and White (13.4%) among the largest enrollment groups.

Key Facts

  • 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $1,428
  • 2024 Average Net Price: $6,483 After Financial Aid
  • 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
  • 2024 Enrolled Students: 9,346 21.0% Full-Time
  • 2024 Graduation Rate: 33.64%
  • Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
  • First-Generation Students: 57.8%
  • Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
  • Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 47.4% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
  • Full-Time Faculty: 31.1%
  • Undergraduate Enrollment: 20,607
  • Room & Board: $26,740 annual estimate

Moreno Valley College: what the data shows

Common questions about Moreno Valley College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.

Where is Moreno Valley College?

Moreno Valley College is located in Moreno Valley, CA (ZIP 92551).

NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.

Is Moreno Valley College public or private?

Moreno Valley College is a Public institution.

How much does Moreno Valley College cost?

Published tuition: $1,428 in-state, $12,498 out-of-state.

Average net price after aid: $6,483.

Family income bandAvg. net price
Family income $0–$30,000$5,506
$30,001–$48,000$5,731
$48,001–$75,000$7,767
$75,001–$110,000$10,797
$110,001+$12,174

Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $5,712.

How big is Moreno Valley College?

Total enrollment: 9,346 students.

Undergraduate enrollment: 20,607 students.

About 21% enroll full-time in our extract.

What is the graduation rate at Moreno Valley College?

150%-time completion rate: 33.64%.

First-year retention: 62.0%.

What do graduates of Moreno Valley College earn?

Median earnings: $31,830 six years after entry; $52,133 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).

How much debt do students have?

21.76% of students receive Pell grants.

What is Moreno Valley College known for?

Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:

See ROI & Programs for more.

Is Moreno Valley College a good school?

We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 33.64%; median earnings $52,133 at 10 years; net price $6,483. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.

Tuition & Cost

Tuition Costs

$1,428
2024 Undergraduate Tuition

In 2024, the cost of tuition at Moreno Valley College was $1,428.

Tuition comparison with similar institutions.

Average Net Price

$6,483
2024 Value

In 2024 Moreno Valley College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $6,483.

Average net price comparison with similar institutions.

Total Cost of Attendance

$25,932 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost

$6,483 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)

$5,712 4-Year In-State Tuition

$49,992 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition

$26,740 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)

$1,454 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)

$29,622 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)

$118,488 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)

4-year total cost breakdown for Moreno Valley College.

Financial Aid by Income Level

21.76% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants

0.86% 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 Moreno Valley College 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 Moreno Valley College in that year.

Reporting years in the table below: 20132023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).

Year In-state tuition & fees Out-of-state tuition & fees Average net price
2013$1,416$7,116$6,356
2014$1,416$7,356$6,382
2015$1,416$7,356$7,252
2016$1,416$7,746$6,494
2017$1,426$8,440$6,092
2018$1,420$9,160$5,460
2019$1,420$9,370$4,633
2020$1,420$9,370$5,818
2021$1,420$10,120$1,443
2022$1,420$11,380$3,795
2023$1,420$11,230$1,996

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

Moreno Valley College reported total enrollment of about 9,346 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 45% male and 55% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Hispanic or Latino (66.4%), White (13.4%), and Black or African American (9.8%). About 21.76% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 57.8% of students are first-generation college students.

Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment

21.0% Full-Time Enrollment

The total enrollment at Moreno Valley College in 2024 is 9,346 students.

Undergraduate enrollment is about 20,607 students.

Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.

Retention Rate over Time

62.0%
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 66.4%.

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

College Scorecard student demographics.

Graduates & Outcomes

Time to Complete

12.67% 100% Completion Time

33.64% 150% Completion Time

In 2024, 12.67% of students graduating from Moreno Valley College completed their program within 100% "normal time".

Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.

Completions by Sex (Top Programs)

  • Humanities/Humanistic Studies: 37% male / 63% female
  • Biological and Physical Sciences: 37% male / 63% female
  • Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 36% male / 64% 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 Moreno Valley College.

Return on Investment

$52,133 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)

1910.37% Return on Investment

Financial value analysis for Moreno Valley College.

Top Programs by Completions

10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 52 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).

1. Humanities/Humanistic Studies: 543 completions

2. Biological and Physical Sciences: 205 completions

3. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 182 completions

4. Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic): 176 completions

5. Criminal Justice/Police Science: 130 completions

6. Corrections: 112 completions

7. Fire Science/Fire-fighting: 82 completions

8. Child Care Provider/Assistant: 75 completions

9. Business Administration and Management, General: 63 completions

Most popular programs at Moreno Valley College.

Employment Outcomes

Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.

Earnings outcomes for Moreno Valley College graduates.

Operations

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

Instructional Resources

  • Full-time faculty share: 31.1%
  • Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $14,362
  • Instructional expenditure per FTE: $6,090

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

Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.

About

Moreno Valley College is a public institution located in Moreno Valley, CA, classified as Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Humanities/Humanistic Studies, Biological and Physical Sciences, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. Enrollment is approximately 9,346 students. Student body composition includes Hispanic or Latino (66.4%), White (13.4%), Black or African American (9.8%). The 150%-time completion rate is 33.64%. Approximately 21.76% of students receive Pell Grants. About 57.8% of students are first-generation college students.

Institution Type

Public

Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional

Location

Moreno Valley, CA 92551

Region: Far West

Insights and Analysis

Graduation Rate Considerations: The 33.64% graduation rate at Moreno Valley College 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 52 distinct degree programs, Moreno Valley College 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 Moreno Valley College located?

Moreno Valley College is located in Moreno Valley, CA.

How much does Moreno Valley College cost?

Reported tuition is $1,428 and average net price is $6,483 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $26,740 annually.

What is the student body demographics at Moreno Valley College?

Moreno Valley College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 20,607 students, Hispanic or Latino (66.4%), White (13.4%) in federal College Scorecard data.

How many first-generation students attend Moreno Valley College?

About 57.8% of students at Moreno Valley College are first-generation college students.

What do graduates of Moreno Valley College earn?

Median earnings are $31,830 six years after entry and $52,133 ten years after entry.

What is the graduation rate at Moreno Valley College?

The 150%-time completion rate is 33.6% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.

Is Moreno Valley College public or private?

Moreno Valley College is a public institution located in Moreno Valley, CA.

Is Moreno Valley College an HBCU?

No. Moreno Valley College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.

Is Moreno Valley College a tribal college?

No. Moreno Valley College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.

Is Moreno Valley College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?

By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—Moreno Valley College reports 66.4% Hispanic enrollment share.

Is Moreno Valley College religiously affiliated?

No religious affiliation is reported for Moreno Valley College in IPEDS institutional characteristics.

Data Sources

This page uses data from the following sources:

  • California trade schools 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.