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Irvine Valley College (IVC) is a public community college in Irvine, California, established in 1985 and part of the California Community Colleges system. IVC offers a broad selection of associate degrees, certificates, and transfer pathways that help students prepare for university continuation or entry into the workforce.
The college provides practical experience through internships, fieldwork, and project‑based learning that help learners develop relevant skills for career or academic progression. IVC emphasizes student support, equity, and inclusive campus culture.
Irvine Valley College’s campus sits on a 100‑acre site in Irvine with instructional buildings, labs, studios, a performing arts complex, student services facilities, and outdoor spaces that support learning and connection. Students can join clubs, attend campus events, and participate in cultural activities that build community and involvement.
The city of Irvine is known for its planned communities, safe neighborhoods, parks, local dining options, and proximity to beaches and entertainment in Southern California, giving students a balance of campus engagement and regional experiences beyond the classroom.
Student life at IVC includes membership in more than 50 clubs and organizations where learners explore academic, cultural, leadership, and recreational interests. The Office of Student Life supports student engagement through events, leadership development, and community activities, while the Associated Students of Irvine Valley College represents student voice and governance.
Career services and academic advising help students plan internships, transfer pathways, and professional development. These opportunities help learners build networks, broaden experience, and deepen connections.
Irvine Valley College does not offer on‑campus residence halls or dormitories. Students typically arrange off‑campus housing in Irvine and nearby communities such as Costa Mesa, Newport Beach, or Tustin, which offer apartments and shared rentals within commuting distance of campus.
International students may consider homestay options with local families through third‑party providers, which combine living arrangements with cultural immersion. These off‑campus living choices allow students to stay connected to academic life while experiencing Southern California’s lifestyle.
Pricing may vary by program and is subject to change.
*All amounts and fees are shown in USD
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| Tuition and Fees | $ 16,500 |
| Book and Supplies | $ 1,680 |
| Housing and Meals | $ 16,500 |
| Other | $ 2,452 |
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*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: Prospective Accounting professionals will benefit from a curriculum that highlights capital market dynamics, corporate governance, and complex auditing procedures. Engaging with the current research landscape of Accounting & Finance, this program provides a pathway to advanced professional certification and leadership roles.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: Prospective Acting professionals will benefit from a curriculum that highlights visual communication, design thinking, and contemporary digital media techniques. Utilizing a curriculum grounded in Performing Arts, Film & Media Studies industry standards, this program builds the critical thinking skills required to manage sector-specific challenges.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
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*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
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*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
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*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: Prospective American History professionals will benefit from a curriculum that highlights cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity frameworks, and modern DevOps methodologies. Blending theoretical insights with Humanities, Social Sciences practicalities, this program prepares students to lead in an increasingly globalized workforce.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: Built to address the complexities of Anthropology, this program offers cultural evolution, societal structures, and critical analytical discourse. Engaging with the current research landscape of Sociology, Social Science, this program provides a pathway to advanced professional certification and leadership roles.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: From core principles to specialized practice, the study of Art covers creative medium mastery, aesthetic theory, and collaborative artistic production. Through a focus on Fine Arts case studies and laboratory research, this program equips graduates with the specialized expertise needed for high-impact careers.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
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*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: A rigorous examination of Art Studio is provided through the synthesis of performance arts with professional industry standards. Blending theoretical insights with Fine Arts practicalities, this program prepares students to lead in an increasingly globalized workforce.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: Built to address the complexities of Biology, this program offers theoretical foundations and contemporary industry practice. Through a focus on Biology, Natural Sciences case studies and laboratory research, this program equips graduates with the specialized expertise needed for high-impact careers.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: Prospective Business Administration professionals will benefit from a curriculum that highlights cross-border market analysis, venture capital, and ethical management frameworks. Utilizing a curriculum grounded in Business / Management industry standards, this program builds the critical thinking skills required to manage sector-specific challenges.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: A rigorous examination of Business Management is provided through entrepreneurial scaling, human capital management, and competitive positioning. Blending theoretical insights with Business / Management practicalities, this program prepares students to lead in an increasingly globalized workforce.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: Prospective Chemistry professionals will benefit from a curriculum that highlights theoretical foundations and contemporary industry practice. Utilizing a curriculum grounded in Chemistry, Natural Sciences industry standards, this program builds the critical thinking skills required to manage sector-specific challenges.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: A rigorous examination of Child Development is provided through educational policy, assessment analytics, and lifelong learning frameworks. Through a focus on Education case studies and laboratory research, this program equips graduates with the specialized expertise needed for high-impact careers.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: Prospective Communication Studies professionals will benefit from a curriculum that highlights cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity frameworks, and modern DevOps methodologies. Utilizing a curriculum grounded in Business / Management, Humanities industry standards, this program builds the critical thinking skills required to manage sector-specific challenges.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: Targeting high-level mastery in Computer Aided Design Program, this track investigates cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity frameworks, and modern DevOps methodologies. Utilizing a curriculum grounded in Information Technology / Computer Sciences industry standards, this program builds the critical thinking skills required to manage sector-specific challenges.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: From core principles to specialized practice, the study of Computer Applications covers scalable software architecture, full-stack development, and algorithmic optimization. Utilizing a curriculum grounded in Information Technology / Computer Sciences industry standards, this program builds the critical thinking skills required to manage sector-specific challenges.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: A rigorous examination of Computer Science is provided through systematic problem-solving within complex digital ecosystems and network protocols. Blending theoretical insights with Information Technology / Computer Sciences practicalities, this program prepares students to lead in an increasingly globalized workforce.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: From core principles to specialized practice, the study of Dance covers creative medium mastery, aesthetic theory, and collaborative artistic production. By leveraging advanced tools common in Performing Arts settings, this program fosters a deep technical proficiency that translates directly to workplace excellence.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
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*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: This program explores the intersection of Economics and modern industry by focusing on interpretative frameworks for understanding history, ethics, and human thought. Utilizing a curriculum grounded in Economics, Social Sciences industry standards, this program builds the critical thinking skills required to manage sector-specific challenges.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: A rigorous examination of Electronic Technology is provided through systematic problem-solving within complex digital ecosystems and network protocols. Blending theoretical insights with Engineering and Technology, Information Technology / Computer Sciences practicalities, this program prepares students to lead in an increasingly globalized workforce.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: Targeting high-level mastery in English, this track investigates cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity frameworks, and modern DevOps methodologies. Blending theoretical insights with Humanitites practicalities, this program prepares students to lead in an increasingly globalized workforce.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: Built to address the complexities of English Literature, this program offers scalable software architecture, full-stack development, and algorithmic optimization. Through a focus on Humanities, Social Sciences case studies and laboratory research, this program equips graduates with the specialized expertise needed for high-impact careers.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: A rigorous examination of European History is provided through systematic problem-solving within complex digital ecosystems and network protocols. Utilizing a curriculum grounded in Humanities, Social Sciences industry standards, this program builds the critical thinking skills required to manage sector-specific challenges.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: Prospective Fine Arts professionals will benefit from a curriculum that highlights visual communication, design thinking, and contemporary digital media techniques. Blending theoretical insights with Fine Arts practicalities, this program prepares students to lead in an increasingly globalized workforce.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
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*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: From core principles to specialized practice, the study of Geography covers cultural evolution, societal structures, and critical analytical discourse. Utilizing a curriculum grounded in Natural Sciences, Social Sciences industry standards, this program builds the critical thinking skills required to manage sector-specific challenges.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: From core principles to specialized practice, the study of Geology covers theoretical foundations and contemporary industry practice. Blending theoretical insights with Natural Sciences practicalities, this program prepares students to lead in an increasingly globalized workforce.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: Targeting high-level mastery in Global Studies, this track investigates cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity frameworks, and modern DevOps methodologies. Utilizing a curriculum grounded in Social Sciences, Humanities industry standards, this program builds the critical thinking skills required to manage sector-specific challenges.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: Targeting high-level mastery in Health Sciences, this track investigates the physiological foundations of healthcare and advanced diagnostic methodologies. Engaging with the current research landscape of Health / Medicine / Pharmaceutical, this program provides a pathway to advanced professional certification and leadership roles.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: Prospective History professionals will benefit from a curriculum that highlights cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity frameworks, and modern DevOps methodologies. By leveraging advanced tools common in Humanities, Social Sciences settings, this program fosters a deep technical proficiency that translates directly to workplace excellence.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: A rigorous examination of Humanities is provided through systematic problem-solving within complex digital ecosystems and network protocols. Utilizing a curriculum grounded in Humanities industry standards, this program builds the critical thinking skills required to manage sector-specific challenges.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: Targeting high-level mastery in Japanese, this track investigates cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity frameworks, and modern DevOps methodologies. By leveraging advanced tools common in Humanities settings, this program fosters a deep technical proficiency that translates directly to workplace excellence.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: Prospective Kinesiology professionals will benefit from a curriculum that highlights the physiological foundations of healthcare and advanced diagnostic methodologies. Utilizing a curriculum grounded in Health / Medicine / Pharmaceutical, Natural Sciences, Biology industry standards, this program builds the critical thinking skills required to manage sector-specific challenges.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: Built to address the complexities of Mathematics, this program offers theoretical foundations and contemporary industry practice. Utilizing a curriculum grounded in Mathematics industry standards, this program builds the critical thinking skills required to manage sector-specific challenges.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: This program explores the intersection of Music and modern industry by focusing on the synthesis of performance arts with professional industry standards. Engaging with the current research landscape of Music, Performing Arts, this program provides a pathway to advanced professional certification and leadership roles.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: Built to address the complexities of Paralegal Studies, this program offers cultural evolution, societal structures, and critical analytical discourse. Engaging with the current research landscape of Law, Social Sciences, this program provides a pathway to advanced professional certification and leadership roles.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: This program explores the intersection of Philosophy and modern industry by focusing on systematic problem-solving within complex digital ecosystems and network protocols. Through a focus on Humanities case studies and laboratory research, this program equips graduates with the specialized expertise needed for high-impact careers.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: Built to address the complexities of Physical Science, this program offers theoretical foundations and contemporary industry practice. By leveraging advanced tools common in Biology, Natural Sciences settings, this program fosters a deep technical proficiency that translates directly to workplace excellence.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: Built to address the complexities of Physics, this program offers theoretical foundations and contemporary industry practice. Utilizing a curriculum grounded in Physics, Natural Sciences industry standards, this program builds the critical thinking skills required to manage sector-specific challenges.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: A rigorous examination of Political Science is provided through systematic problem-solving within complex digital ecosystems and network protocols. Utilizing a curriculum grounded in Political Science, Social Sciences industry standards, this program builds the critical thinking skills required to manage sector-specific challenges.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: This program explores the intersection of Psychology and modern industry by focusing on interpretative frameworks for understanding history, ethics, and human thought. By leveraging advanced tools common in Social Sciences settings, this program fosters a deep technical proficiency that translates directly to workplace excellence.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: A rigorous examination of Real Estate is provided through entrepreneurial scaling, human capital management, and competitive positioning. Engaging with the current research landscape of Business / Management, this program provides a pathway to advanced professional certification and leadership roles.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: From core principles to specialized practice, the study of Retail Management covers strategic enterprise leadership, global logistics, and organizational behavior. By leveraging advanced tools common in Business / Management settings, this program fosters a deep technical proficiency that translates directly to workplace excellence.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: This program explores the intersection of Social And Behavioral Sciences and modern industry by focusing on systematic problem-solving within complex digital ecosystems and network protocols. Engaging with the current research landscape of Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, Social Sciences, this program provides a pathway to advanced professional certification and leadership roles.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: Built to address the complexities of Sociology, this program offers cultural evolution, societal structures, and critical analytical discourse. Utilizing a curriculum grounded in Sociology, Social Science industry standards, this program builds the critical thinking skills required to manage sector-specific challenges.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: Prospective Spanish professionals will benefit from a curriculum that highlights cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity frameworks, and modern DevOps methodologies. Through a focus on Humanities case studies and laboratory research, this program equips graduates with the specialized expertise needed for high-impact careers.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: Targeting high-level mastery in Supervision, this track investigates cross-border market analysis, venture capital, and ethical management frameworks. Through a focus on Business / Management case studies and laboratory research, this program equips graduates with the specialized expertise needed for high-impact careers.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.
Note: This program explores the intersection of Technical Theatre and modern industry by focusing on the synthesis of performance arts with professional industry standards. Through a focus on Performing Arts case studies and laboratory research, this program equips graduates with the specialized expertise needed for high-impact careers.
*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.