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Yakima Valley Community College Reviews

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See Yakima Valley Community College reviews submitted by students. Find out what students have to say about various aspects of attending Yakima Valley Community College. Read about academic experiences and campus life in these free Yakima Valley Community College reviews, or contribute your own Yakima Valley Community College review if you're a current student there.

  • 5 out of 7 people found this review useful.

    Crystal from Sunnyside, WA

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

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    Will learn a lot

    i spent the past two summers at the YVCC and the teachers seem like they really know what they are talking about and easy to understand.
    Will enjoy being here

    all the people their seem very friendly and outgoing

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Gabriella from Kennewick, WA

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

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    Will learn a lot

    It looks like a really great school with a good vet tech program!
    Tips for prospective students

    you can do it! work hard

  • Jennifer from Yakima, WA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    Yvcc is not a hard school if u think outside the box and work hard. We have some of the best programs I'm Washington.state. I appreciate their willingness to.offer classes to non traditional students.
    Tips for prospective students

    Financial aid.is hard to maneuver. Get there early and ask a lot of.questions.
    What to do for fun

    Yakima has mountains, water and Sun 300 days a year. Get.out and visit the wineries, area food vendors and farmers markets. It has a lot to offer u just have to look.

  • Jordy from Grandview, WA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    its a good college. close where i live so i dont have to espend too much money on gas. teachers are great they are easy to understand them.
    Tips for prospective students

    good college to start your year studying.

  • Naomi from Ellensburg, WA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    YVCC is an excellent college to get started at. There are a lot of teachers who are genuinely interested in your progress and want to help you attain your goals. There are also many opportunities for support.
    Tips for prospective students

    Do your best, teachers will love you for it! They are here to help you, not to make you miserable, take advantage of the opportunities you get.
    Academic Rigor

    The science classes are tough, but excellent. There is an excellent variety of classes offered and you can pick easy ones if you want to, unless your going into the sciences.
    Dorm Life

    I know it exists, but not many of us use it.
    Food and Dining

    there's a cafeteria, I've never eaten at it. I hear mixed reviews about it.
    What to do for fun

    There are a variety of clubs on campus and there's plenty to do in Yakima.
    Bang for the buck

    Financial aid is available and even without it you get an excellent education at an excellent price.
    Great for these types of students

    Determined, transfer, technical training.
    Clubs and Activities

    There are many clubs on campus and various activities throughout the school year.
    Greek Life

    Phi Theta Kappa.
    Campus Safety

    There is a large security force that patrols the campus regularly. Off campus is a little less safe.

  • Paula from SELAH, WA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    Yakima Valley Community College has a nice, hometown feel. Small class size makes it easy to get the help you need. There are a lot of resources available such as a well staffed math lab and English center, as well as free tutoring available.
    Tips for prospective students

    Make sure that you talk to your advisor on a regular basis. Take charge of your own school experience by checking your degree audit to make sure you are on the right path.
    Academic Rigor

    Depends on the courses you are taking, and the instructor.
    Dorm Life

    I never lived in the dorms.
    Food and Dining

    They offer a pretty decent variety at a good price. The dining staff is very nice.
    What to do for fun

    I didn't have time for fun, I work full-time and attend school as a full-time student.

  • Patricia from Yakima, WA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    too many older people. don't like the weather. i want a college environment.

  • Christina

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    good place to go if your undecided about what you want to go to school for. it is a smaller campus, and the classes are pretty reasonable.
    Tips for prospective students

    make sure that you keep in contact with you advisers to keep on track of your degree.
    Academic Rigor

    its pretty flexible.
    Dorm Life

    i don't live in the dorms, i make to commute everyday but i have heard that they are descent.
    Food and Dining

    their food is greasy and they don't have that much variety. they have a little kitchen that student can buy lunch and snacks.
    What to do for fun

    there is a park there, the mall is about 5 mins from that campus and they have different kinds of clubs that you can join.
    Bang for the buck

    if you live at home this is a good value.
    Great for these types of students

    great if you are still undecided about what you want to do.
    Greek Life

    none
    Campus Safety

    depends on what time of the day that your classes are.

  • Debora from Yakima, WA

    Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.

    Categories Rating Comments
    Will learn a lot

    I haven't attended but the counselors said that it will make you prepare for the future
    Will enjoy being here

    Will visiting the students and staff were really friendly and motivative
    Tips for prospective students

    apply for financial help as soon as possible, if you need a job the school can help you find one fast.
    Great for these types of students

    Students who look forward for a good community college experience!

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