1967-2027
60 Years of Momentum
Higher education should be available to all, regardless of race, religion or income. In 1967 Central Florida, this was a radical idea. Over the 60 years since, it’s become the foundational statement of one of the nation’s largest community colleges.
At Valencia College,
- Open access has benefited more than 220,000 alumni.
- We now serve more than 78,000 students each year across ten locations in Orange and Osceola counties.
- We are now a state college, offering 170+ career, associate and bachelor’s degree programs.
- All this, while still maintaining the lowest tuition in Central Florida, with an associate degree costing around $6,000.
We have no intention of slowing down.
Valencia College continues to gain momentum with forward-thinking programming, innovative ways to serve students and valuable partnerships with community leaders and local industries.
Making a positive impact
Valencia College was born from the idea of access for all and we’ve been gaining momentum since day one. Today, college leadership, faculty and staff are committed to four operational and educational pillars.
College access:
Guaranteed admission and affordable tuition.
Graduation:
Supporting students with the services and resources they need to succeed.
Transfer success:
Ensuring our courses and degrees align with university admission requirements.
Career credentials:
Offering career credential programs to enhance advancement opportunities in the workplace.
Our history in pictures
Our students drive us forward
Every Valencia College student has a story to tell. Learn the stories of students who come to Valencia to build better tomorrows fo themselves and their families.
Valencia College provides equal opportunity for educational opportunities and employment to all. Contact the Office of Organizational Development and Human Resources for information.
