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Los Angeles Valley College Reviews

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  • 1 out of 2 people found this review useful. 1 person found this inaccurate.

    David from Valley Village, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    LAVC is a diverse College, people and courses. The campus is quite easy to navigate around - including the students and staff that are always willing to lend a hand. Finally, as a student in the art department, I would like to praise LAVC doing a wonderful job (even in today's economy) by keeping the art building, art staff, as well as staff and student resources up to date.
    Tips for prospective students

    Take full care to take the classes you NEED first. Use your Professor's office time diligently. Help other students. Make class friends. Do above and beyond the assignment requirements are. Get yourself known by your Professor's by name but make sure that you always call them Professor
    Academic Rigor

    When you get to class it should be at least ten minutes early. Take out all of your materials that you will need for the class, ask any questions regarding materials needed before class. Also, if the up and coming assignment is on the board, get out paper and write it down. All of these things will help you to get the most out of the class as well as the rest of the class. Today, classes are huge and time is, more than ever, of essence.
    Dorm Life

    There are no dorms at LAVC. However, as with any shared living situation, at all costs, find out who you are living with their needs and how to make a living condition that can, ideally, work for everyone.
    Food and Dining

    LAVC has a Dining Hall. There are lots of choices for people. Eating together with people is a very intimate event. We may not realize it in our day because of the multitude of restaurants, picnic areas, etc. Keep yourself healthy. Your mind, body and spirit thrive best when eating and drinking what you NEED. Again, this is an area where others have their sensitivities and we need to try to respect that. A quick story. A housemate, who eats only vegetarian, once found her frying pan in the sink, dirty from another housemate. He had made a steak in the frying pan. Her sensitivity was such that she didn't even want someone to cook meat products in her cooking vessels.
    What to do for fun

    Join a club, for example, art or dance club. This will expose you to much more resources. Try to keep up with the things that you always like to do, go to concerts, hit the mountains for a ski, snowboard or hike. Call family, they miss you.
    Bang for the buck

    Most supplies, buy them off campus. Try to find good deals, coupons, codes, etc. Renting books may be a good option for you. Campus does have that option. There are Third Party options for renting books. However, price per unit for a California resident is worth it. (Professors are great, too)
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    The only thing that I found that was different than anywhere else at LAVC was the small Free Speech Zone. Clever idea.
    Great for these types of students

    Art supply store in Valley Village, Carter Sexton. Great! 'Nuff said ;)
    Clubs and Activities

    Mentioned before, if you have time, join a club. Maybe even create a club. Art club is always a fun one!
    Greek Life

    N/A.
    Campus Safety

    The campus safety people and the Sheriff department are everywhere. They respond to anything and everything. Make sure that you get your parking pass within the grace period, they will ticket you. They are also very nice and will give you a ride across campus or to a place you do not know how to get to. Very nice team!

  • Tracy from Pacoima, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    Up and coming community college. Some great professors and some not so great. good environment.
    Tips for prospective students

    check out professors before registering for their course, don't wait until the last to try and register for classes.
    Academic Rigor

    Depends on the professor.
    Dorm Life

    No dorms.
    Food and Dining

    cafeteria is expensive with some tasty selections.
    What to do for fun

    sports
    Campus Safety

    a couple of people i know have had their cars broken into. laptops money and backpacks stolen

  • Karen from Tarzana, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    Besides the cut backs, I love going to Valley College.
    Tips for prospective students

    Research your online sites on the Valley web page. It makes it a lot easier to attend.
    Dorm Life

    none
    What to do for fun

    It's L.A. what is there not to do.
    Bang for the buck

    The teachers are great. The night time fast track are great to take for your pre reqs.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    Love the Science dept. and Science Lab.

  • Marisol from North Hollywood, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    the school is very flexible with your work schedule offering classes online, night, and weekends. professors are not too strict and many offer extra credit. there's always an event going on an campus ranging from university visits to student union activities.
    Tips for prospective students

    look into taking weekend and online classes. this will insure you graduate on time.
    try to be there a little early for every class meeting. trust me when i say the seats will fill up fast.
    Academic Rigor

    the classes are definitely taught at a higher level then you think. i've had professors mention they give the same time of work they would give to a university student. which can give way to a better transition between college and the university level work. the astronomy department has a great hands on program. you'll work with telescopes and learn from a state of the art projector with dome shaped ceilings.
    Dorm Life

    there are no dorms at this community college.
    Food and Dining

    there are plenty of small restaurants around the school including a sharky's within walking distance.
    What to do for fun

    besides the campus activities held by several clubs. that's pretty much it. you won't hear about any mixers and such.
    Bang for the buck

    though the tuition is rising. it's nothing compared to what you'll be paying at a top university. it's nice to get those ge's out of the way and at a lower cost.
    Great for these types of students

    everyone is welcome to come. due to the amounts of clubs and unions we have. everyone is bound to find their niche.
    Clubs and Activities

    i decided to join the woman's soccer team. but regardless of what club or sports you join it makes college experience a lot more fun. you're not just going to school you're involved with something. i heard the sociology club has really awesome field trips.
    Greek Life

    does not apply.
    Campus Safety

    being that i've taken many night classes i get to experience the school after dark. i can't say i've had any bad experiences. a stranger hasn't approached me or tried to hurt me. but i should point out that there aren't many security guards around the parking lot. it's not as well lit as it should be so be sure to carry any mace just in case.

  • Edwin from Sun Valley, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    lavc offers a live and diverse environment to all students. although tuition in california is rising, the tuition is low. it has access to various programs and buildings to help out the students.
    Tips for prospective students

    registration for classes for the upcoming semester is crucial. classes close fast and adding classes the first day is hectic.
    enroll on time!
    Academic Rigor

    as any other two-year colleges, classes are not highly challenging.
    Food and Dining

    there is nearby restaurants. the cafeteria food and prices are unreasonable.
    What to do for fun

    clubs and hanging out at recreational park-like campus.

  • Amy from North Hollywood, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    la valley college has a beautiful campus, only slightly marred by never-ending construction projects. the professors are beyond qualified and clearly dedicated to helping their students. the student body is a diverse mix of cultures, ages and abilities- i feel totally welcome there.
    Tips for prospective students

    apply early! classes are limited, so enroll as soon as you can. there are so many students trying to attend classes that you probably will not be able to show up and add a class.
    Academic Rigor

    the academic challenges are there- you decide how much you put in and how much you get out of the lessons.
    Dorm Life

    i live off campus.
    Food and Dining

    the cafeteria serves yummy food for a decent price.
    What to do for fun

    la valley has lots of active clubs and the campus is always full of people.
    Bang for the buck

    even though the price of community college has been steadily climbing since i started (52% increase in price per unit in 18 months!), the quality of the professors still makes it a good value.

  • Natalie from North Hills, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    classes are large but thin out after a while. parking is a nightmare without a pass. talk to a counselor immediately to figure out your classes for each semester, and get a student education plan (sep) as soon as you can -- classes fill up quickly for registering.
    Tips for prospective students

    register for the school immediately so that your registration date is sooner, as classes fill up quickly and crashing classes isn't always successful. really look at your options for what classes you can take to earn your aa or fulfill your general ed requirements. make sure you take classes you're at least somewhat interested in or you might not be as motivated to work in the class. also, look over reviews for teachers at ratemyprofessors.com, they're often very helpful.
    Academic Rigor

    as long as you keep it to around three or four classes a semester, you'll be fine. winter and summer session classes are a bit more demanding because of the short time but manageable. classes that are for majors are a bit more demanding than your basic classes.
    Dorm Life

    no dorming, but if you drive to school, be extremely wary of where you park; you'll get a ticket immediately if you park in staff parking.
    Food and Dining

    vending machines are located all throughout campus, stocking a variety of drinks and food that isn't the healthiest but it's the most unhealthy out there. you'll get more hearty food at the vending machines located outside monarch hall (e.g. sandwiches, cereal, burritos, pizza, etc).
    What to do for fun

    join a sports team or a club; make at least one friend in each of your classes to make the class more interesting for yourself and for helping each other out.
    Bang for the buck

    even though classes have gone up from last year, it's still way cheaper than a uc or csu, by far. on average, a semester will cost you between $400-$600 depending on how many units you take. avoid the bookstore unless getting books there is mandatory or immediate; look online (amazon, ebay, half.com, chegg.com) for cheaper stuff.
    Great for these types of students

    aren't sure what direction they want to go yet career-wise; don't want to spend thousands as in a uc or csu; want the leg-room to explore what field interests them before moving on to a university.

  • Anonymous

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    there is a person in administration who has not responded to my e-mails and phone messages for 4 months.
    this is absolutely unacceptable, how are you supposed to get the information needed if the person in charge of it is ignoring you? take your hard earned money and get an education somewhere where people have some respect for you.

  • Laura from North Hills, CA

    Reviewer is A past student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    there are brilliant teachers there. some are funny teachers. requires studying since it's not an easy school.
    Tips for prospective students

    study the book on the subject before taking a class.
    Dorm Life

    none.
    What to do for fun

    sharkeys.

  • Felita from Pacoima, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    I love LAVC because of the professors, staff, and faculty. They have shown me that no what don't give up and keep on trying.
    Tips for prospective students

    I thought that I would never go to college and one day I told myself, you haven't even tried and how do you know what you can do until you do it.
    Academic Rigor

    It has allowed me to expand in communication, self esteem, confidence , and the independence of doing a good job.
    Dorm Life

    I live off campus.
    Food and Dining

    Well I don't dine out, the cost of things today are not in my budget.
    What to do for fun

    I walk, listen to jazz like John Coltrane, and sometimes Dionne singing from the soundtrack of Valley of the Dolls .

  • Gardenia from North Hollywood, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    Am learning a lot

    The teacher's are super nice. They are also very smart. This past fall I took a Sociology 21 class, and it has been the best experience ever. I am really glad I chose Valley as my first college to attend. The financial aid office is very helpful and if you need anything regarding your money they will help however they can.
    Am enjoying being here

    It's a beautiful campus, not to mention that it's one of the smallest in all the LACCD colleges out there. I primarily chose to come here because of the way the campus made me feel. They have really nice buildings, and they are in the process of finishing up building the new library. :)
    Bang for the buck

    $36. Yea it is a lot. When I first applied the units were $24. I still think that 36 dollars is worth it. I've been to two other community colleges and the learning that I have been doing at Valley has been far the best.
    Tips for prospective students

    Just make sure that you register on time for your classes. try even before your registration date, because classes fill up super fast!
    Great for these types of students

    People who like the hot weather, who are sporty and like to ride bikes. But its also great for any other students. I don't do any of those things and I love the college! :D

  • Paige from Burbank, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    Tips for prospective students

    Make sure you sign up for classes the minute you are able to, otherwise you will not get the classes you want.
    Great for these types of students

    Make a plan if you want to get out of here in two years or less.

  • lilit from North Hollywood, CA

    Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has been to campus.

    Categories Rating Comments
    Will learn a lot

    Good professors for the most part, you could check up on them on the review website, it comes in handy.
    Will enjoy being here

    Beautiful campus, lots of different programs.
    Bang for the buck

    It's a community college with 30$ per class, and yet theres a lot of good information there.
    Tips for prospective students

    Great way to make one ready for university level classes, check up on reviews for teaches, and don't forget to talk to your counselors often as well as look around for opportunities and clubs, there are so many of them that people miss out on.

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