Students are our focus at Porterville College. We are committed to providing an excellent educational experience to our diverse community in an environment that fosters student learning and success. In promoting a student-centered learning environment, we commit ourselves to innovation, respect, collaboration, collegiality and participatory governance.
School Highlights
Porterville College serves 4,784 students (33% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 42:1 is lower than the state community college average of 44:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 77%.
Quick Facts (2026)
Enrollment: 4,784 students
In-state tuition: $1,322
Out-state tuition: $7,006
Student-teacher ratio: 42:1
Minority enrollment: 80%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
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Student Body
The student population of Porterville College has declined by 5% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 42:1 has increased from 22:1 over five years.
The Porterville College diversity score of 0.44 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 11% over five years.
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $1,322 is more than the state average of $1,236. The in-state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,006 is more than the state average of $6,577. The out-state tuition has declined by 25% over four years.
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Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
With students as our focus, Porterville College provides our
local and diverse communities an excellent educational experience
that fosters intellectual curiosity and growth, lifelong learning,
and prepares our students for personal and academic success.
In support of our values and philosophy, Porterville College
will:
Provide quality academic programs to all students who are
capable of benefiting from community college instruction.
Provide comprehensive support services to help students achieve
their personal, vocational and academic potential.
Prepare students for transfer and success at four-year
institutions.
Provide courses and training to prepare students for employment
or to enhance skills within their current careers.
Provide developmental education to students who need to enhance
their knowledge and understanding of basic skills.
Recognize student achievement through awarding degrees,
certificates, grants, and scholarships.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Porterville College cost?
Porterville College's tuition is approximately $1,322 for In-State students and $7,006 for Out-State students.
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