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Imperial Valley College

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Imperial Valley College: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Imperial Valley College is a public college in Imperial County, California, with campuses in Imperial, El Centro, and Brawley. It suits students who want a U.S. public institution with a broad mix of bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral study options and a clear local campus footprint.

  2. What you can study

    Students can choose from 14 programmes across bachelor's degree, master's degree, and PhD/doctorate levels. Example subjects include Aerospace Engineering, Applied Mathematics and Statistics, Biochemistry, Biology, Biomedical Engineering, Business Administration, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Civil Engineering, Data Science, Master of Business Administration, and Master of Science in Computer Science.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the university’s admissions process and check the official website for entry requirements, document checks, deadlines, and any visa-related steps. The university does not list international admissions details here, so confirm current requirements directly with admissions before applying.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a fee for international students; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Budget separately for living costs in Imperial County, which will depend on housing, transport, food, and personal spending.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated. Before applying, confirm the admission requirements for your level of study, whether your qualification is accepted, what documents you need, and how the college handles visa support and enrolment timing.

  6. How it compares

    Among 2,515 universities in the United States, Imperial Valley College stands out as a public college with multiple campuses and a relatively small published programme set of 14. That makes it more straightforward to compare against larger universities if you want a narrower catalogue rather than a very wide one.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Imperial Valley College

What type of institution is Imperial Valley College?

It is a public college in Imperial County, California.

Where is the main campus?

The main campus is in the city of Imperial, with extended campuses in El Centro and Brawley.

How many programmes are listed?

There are 14 programmes listed.

What degree levels are available?

Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, and PhD / Doctorate.

Overview

Imperial Valley College is a public community college in Imperial County, California. It was founded in 1962 and enrolls around 7,000 students per year. The main campus is located on a 160-acre (0.65 km2) site in the city of Imperial with extended campuses in El Centro and Brawley.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for United States.

Scholarships at Imperial Valley College

Full

Ignite Presidential Fellowship

Clarkson University

This merit-based award covers all tuition costs over eight semesters for 10 first-time students.

Open Due 15 Feb 2024
Partial

Solinsky Engineers Program

Clarkson University

Each receives $5,000 per year for all four years they attend Clarkson, along with networking opportunities, mentorship, and research projects.

Open Rolling

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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