For over half a century, Victor Valley College has provided educational opportunities to students with courses and programs of study that meet students' diverse needs within the entire community.
While most students admitted come from within the Victor Valley Community College District, the College will admit students who live outside the District. Residents of the District may also apply to other California community colleges if they choose. Admissions procedures are basically the same for most students. However, some programs are considered impacted and may require special procedures and approvals for admission. Directors of the individual programs can provide application information.
Students who are eligible to attend the College must first be admitted to the College and then register for classes before the semester in which they start school.
Eligibility
Admission to Victor Valley College is governed by the California Education Code and such supplementary regulations as having been prescribed by the Board of Trustees.
Students must meet one of the following criteria to be eligible for admission to Victor Valley College:
- California residents who have graduated from an accredited high school or who have passed the California High School Proficiency Examination or the General Education Development (GED) test.
- Previous students at Victor Valley College who left in good standing and who have not attended another college or university.
- Transfer students eligible to return to the College or university which they previously attended.
- Any apprentice, as defined in Section 3077 of the Labor Code.
- Out-of-state residents who have graduated from high school.
- Foreign students who meet international student admissions requirements and apply by the current deadlines for International student admissions.
- California residents who are at least 18 years old but have not graduated from an accredited high school or passed a high school proficiency or GED test. These students must have previous training, work experience, or assessment results that demonstrate they would benefit from attending Victor Valley College.
International Students
All International students must be at least 18 years of age at the time of registration for classes. An International student attending on a non-immigrant student visa (F-1) is required by the United States Immigration and Naturalization Service to maintain full-time student status. This requires the completion of a minimum of 12 units for each semester in attendance.
A certificate of eligibility for non-immigrant (F-1) student status will be issued by the Admissions Office only after the following documents are received and approved:
- International Student Application
- F-1 Visa Student Agreement
- Financial Certification
- TOEFL minimum score of 94 Internet-based or minimum IELTS score of 7.0 (No other tests are approved to be accepted in lieu of these listed.)
- Health Questionnaire/Physician Report
- High School Transcripts
- College Transcripts (if applicable). Transcripts must include an official English translation by an approved evaluation service
- $100 deposit
The California State Legislature sets tuition. For more information contact the Admissions & Records Office.
Transcripts for Admissions
Transcripts showing work completed at other colleges and universities must be received by the Office of Admissions and Records no later than the end of the first semester of attendance.
Transcripts received become the property of Victor Valley College and cannot be returned to the student or forwarded to other schools.
Courses, units, and grades accepted from other accredited colleges and universities will be applied toward the completion of academic degrees or certificates at Victor Valley College.
An approved credential evaluation service must evaluate transcripts from foreign schools or universities. The Steps to Enrollment page will provide a list of agencies offering evaluation services.
Prerequisites, Co-requisites, Advisories
Victor Valley College enforces the prerequisites, co-requisites, advisory, and limitations on enrollment, which have been formally established and are listed in the class schedule and college catalog. In some cases, students will be responsible for submitting at the time of admission documentation that they have met all prerequisites. If you enroll in a course but do not meet the enrollment conditions, you will be dropped from the course.
- A “Prerequisite” is a course or other enrollment condition that a student must meet with a grade of “C” or better before enrolling in a course or program.
- A “Co-requisite” is a course that a student must take simultaneously to enroll in another course.
- An “Advisory” or recommended preparation is a course or other enrollment condition that a student is advised but not required to meet before or concurrent with enrollment in a course or program.
- “Limitations on Enrollment” are conditions for enrollment in courses, including honors, public performance, or intercollegiate competition.
Any student who does not meet a prerequisite or co-requisite or who is not permitted to enroll due to a limitation on enrollment may seek entry into the class through initiating a challenge based on one or more of the following reasons:
- The prerequisite, co-requisite, or limitation on enrollment violates VVCCD Board Policy 4260 or Administrative Procedure 4260.
- The prerequisite, co-requisite, or limitation on enrollment violates Section 55003 of Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations.
- The prerequisite or co-requisite is unlawfully discriminatory or is being applied in such a manner.
- The student has the knowledge or ability to succeed without meeting the prerequisite, co-requisite, or limitation on enrollment.
- The prerequisite or co-requisite has not been made reasonably available, and the student, as a result, will be subject to undue delay.
- A limitation on enrollment will delay by at least one semester attaining a degree or goal specified in the student’s Education Plan.
- Enrollment will not pose a threat to the student or others in a health and safety prerequisite course.
The Challenge Process requires the approval of a fully completed Challenge Form available from the Admissions and Records Office. Challenges involving academic qualifications, health and safety, or non-course prerequisites such as interview or regency require the approval of the chair of the department in which the course is offered. Challenges based on unlawful discrimination require approval by the VVC Affirmative Action Officer.
Late challenges will be considered, but enrollment will not be guaranteed pending their resolution.
For more details, contact the Office of Admissions and Records or the Counseling Office.
Transcripts of Records
Every course you take at Victor Valley College, and every grade you receive, is documented on your college transcript.
Unofficial
Unofficial transcripts are for your personal use or for initial planning purposes with counselors or advisors at other institutions. Current students can access and print their unofficial transcripts in Self Service.
Official
Colleges or universities you transfer to, and some employers, require official transcripts to assess your academic history at VVC and grant credit for your experiences here. Visit the Admissions & Records - Transcripts page for the most up-to-date information about ordering official transcripts.
Ordering Official Transcripts Online
- You can securely order your transcripts online, which will be sent directly to you or to another institution. Depending on whether you choose regular, rush, or FedEx service, prices range from $5 to $23 with delivery between 1 and 5 business days later.
- Mailed and In-person requests - These orders take 2 - 3 weeks to process.
Withholding of Student Records
Diplomas, and registration privileges, may be withheld from any student or former student who has failed to pay a proper financial obligation due to the District. Diplomas and registration privileges withheld are released when the student satisfactorily meets the financial obligation.
The definition of proper financial obligation includes, but is not limited to: student fees; parking citations, obligations incurred through the use of facilities, equipment, or materials; library fines; unreturned library books; materials remaining improperly in possession of the student; and/or any other unpaid obligation a student or former student owes to the District.
A hold may be placed on a student’s academic record and subsequent term registration when the student has an outstanding obligation to the District. Once the student satisfies the obligation, the hold will be released.
Residency Requirements
As a public community college under California law, Victor Valley College is bound by certain legal requirements pertaining to residence which must be observed. Residence is that location with which a person is considered to have the most settled and permanent connection. It is that place where one intends to remain and where one intends to return during absences. Legal residence results from the union of the act (physical presence) and intent, California Education Code, 68062. Residency determination date is the day before the first day of classes for each semester. Residence rules are as follows:
- California residence: Proof of one year and one day continuous residence in California prior to the residency determination date is required for purposes of being determined a California resident for tuition and enrollment fees.
- Non-residents and International students: International students may be admitted to VVC provided their International student application is approved by the Office of Admissions and Records. A nonresident tuition fee will be charged to students who are classified as International students and those who do not meet the one-year California residence requirements. The fee is determined by the VVC Board of Trustees.
- Member of the Armed Forces: An active-duty military student must provide the Office of Admissions and Records with a statement from the student’s commanding officer or personnel officer that the assignment to active duty in the state is not for educational purposes. The student must also produce evidence of the assignment date to California
- Armed Forces dependents: A dependent who is the natural or adopted child, stepchild or spouse of a member of the armed forces of the United States should provide the Office of Admissions and Records with a statement from the active duty military member’s commanding officer or personnel officer that the military person’s duty station is in California on active duty as of the residence determination date or is outside the continental U.S. on active duty after having been transferred immediately and directly from a California duty station.
Authority To Determine Residence
The Director of Admissions or Admissions and Records designee is the college official responsible for making residence decisions. Students who need clarification on their residence status may contact the Office of Admissions and Records.
Process for Establishing Residency in California
California Residence for Tuition Purposes
Residency for tuition purposes is determined in accordance with California Education Code, §68062 and California Code of Regulations, Title 5 §54020.
To qualify for California resident tuition, students must demonstrate both:
- Physical presence in California, and
- Intent to make California their permanent residence
These requirements must generally be met one year and one day prior to the first day of instruction for the term in which residency is requested.
Living in California for one year alone does not establish residency. Students must also demonstrate intent to make California their permanent home.
Physical Presence
Students must be physically present in California for at least one year and one day before the start of the term.
- Students 18 years of age or older must meet residency requirements and demonstrate financial independence if required under state regulations.
- Some students under 19 may be classified based on the residency of their parent or legal guardian.
Documentation may be required to verify continuous residence in California.
Examples may include:
- Utility bills
- Employment records or pay stubs
- Lease or rental agreements
- School records for dependents
- Other official documents showing California residence
Intent to Establish Residency
In addition to physical presence, students must demonstrate intent to make California their permanent residence.
Examples of documentation that may demonstrate intent include:
- California Driver’s License or State ID
- California vehicle registration
- California voter registration
- Filing California resident state taxes
- Leasing or owning property in California
- Maintaining California bank accounts
This is not an exhaustive list. The Admissions and Records Department may request additional documentation when necessary to determine physical presence and intent to establish residency in California.
Generally:
- One document must be dated at least one year and one day prior to the start of the term, and
- One document must demonstrate current California residency.
Submission of documentation does not guarantee resident classification. Residency determinations are made by the Admissions and Records Office in accordance with California Education Code, §68062 and California Code of Regulations, Title 5 §54020. Under California Education Code, §68041, the student bears the burden of providing evidence to support a claim for California residency for tuition purposes.
Residency Reclassification
Students who believe they now meet residency requirements must submit a Residency Reclassification Questionnaire to the Admissions and Records Office.
Supporting documentation is required. Incomplete forms or missing documentation may delay processing.
Residency for Non-U.S. Citizens
Residency classification for non-U.S. citizens is determined based on immigration status and eligibility under state and federal law.
Certain nonimmigrant visa holders are not eligible to establish California residency for tuition purposes, including individuals holding B, C, D, F, H-2, H-3, J, M, O-2, P, and Q visas, unless otherwise provided by state law.
Military Residency
Members of the U.S. Armed Forces stationed in California on active duty may be classified as residents for tuition purposes. Verification may be required each term.
Dependents of active-duty military members stationed in California may also qualify for resident classification.
Proceso para Establecer Residencia en California
Residencia en California para Propósitos de Matrícula
La clasificación de residencia para propósitos de matrícula se determina de acuerdo con el Código de Educación de California, §68062 y el Código de Regulaciones de California, Título 5 §54020.
Para calificar para la matrícula de residente de California, los estudiantes deben demostrar:
- Presencia física en California, y
- Intención de hacer de California su residencia permanente
Estos requisitos generalmente deben cumplirse un año y un día antes del primer día de instrucción del período académico para el cual se solicita la clasificación de residencia.
Vivir en California durante un año por sí solo no establece la residencia. Los estudiantes también deben demostrar la intención de hacer de California su hogar permanente.
Presencia Física
Los estudiantes deben estar físicamente presentes en California por al menos un año y un día antes del inicio del período académico.
- Los estudiantes de 18 años o más deben cumplir con los requisitos de residencia y demostrar independencia financiera si así lo requieren las regulaciones estatales.
- Los estudiantes menores de 19 años se clasifican según la residencia de su padre, madre o tutor legal.
Se puede requerir documentación para verificar residencia continua en California.
Ejemplos pueden incluir:
- Facturas de servicios públicos
- Registros de empleo o talones de pago
- Contratos de arrendamiento o alquiler
- Registros escolares de dependientes
- Otros documentos oficiales que demuestren residencia en California
Intención de Establecer Residencia
Además de la presencia física, los estudiantes deben demostrar la intención de hacer de California su residencia permanente.
Ejemplos de documentación que pueden demostrar intención incluyen:
- Licencia de conducir de California o identificación estatal de California
- Registro de vehículo en California
- Registro para votar en California
- Presentar declaraciones de impuestos estatales de California como residente
- Arrendar o ser propietario de una propiedad en California
- Mantener cuentas bancarias en California
Esta no es una lista exhaustiva. El Departamento de Admisiones y Registros puede solicitar documentación adicional cuando sea necesario para determinar la presencia física y la intención de establecer residencia en California.
Generalmente:
- Un documento debe estar fechado al menos un año y un día antes del inicio del período académico, y
- Un documento debe demostrar residencia actual en California.
La presentación de documentación no garantiza la clasificación como residente. Las determinaciones de residencia son realizadas por la Oficina de Admisiones y Registros de acuerdo con el Código de Educación de California, §68062 y el Código de Regulaciones de California, Título 5 §54020. De acuerdo con el Código de Educación de California, §68041, el estudiante tiene la responsabilidad de proporcionar evidencia que respalde su solicitud de residencia en California para propósitos de matrícula.
Reclasificación de Residencia
Los estudiantes que consideren que ahora cumplen con los requisitos de residencia deben presentar una Solicitud de Reclasificación de Residencia ante la Oficina de Admisiones y Registros.
Se requiere documentación de apoyo. Las solicitudes incompletas o la falta de documentación pueden retrasar el procesamiento.
Residencia para Estudiantes No Ciudadanos de EE. UU
La clasificación de residencia para estudiantes que no son ciudadanos de los Estados Unidos se determina según el estatus migratorio y la elegibilidad bajo la ley estatal y federal.
Ciertos titulares de visas de no inmigrante no son elegibles para establecer residencia en California para propósitos de matrícula, incluyendo personas con visas B, C, D, F, H-2, H-3, J, M, O-2, P y Q, a menos que la ley estatal disponga lo contrario.
Residencia Militar
Los miembros de las Fuerzas Armadas de los Estados Unidos que estén destinados en California en servicio activo pueden ser clasificados como residentes para propósitos de matrícula. Puede requerirse verificación del estatus de servicio activo en cada período académico.
Los dependientes de miembros del servicio activo destinados en California también pueden calificar para la clasificación de residente.
Dual Enrollment
Dual Enrollment offers high school students the opportunity to enroll in VVC courses and receive college credit while pursuing their high school diploma. Courses are offered in various disciplines and fields, including general education and career pathway courses that align with the local industry. Students can take these courses at their high school or VVC, depending on the high school district and the college district's agreement.
Dual Enrollment: College and Career Access Pathways (CCAP)
Assembly Bill No. 288 - Established the College and Career Access Pathways (CCAP) partnerships between VVC and a local high school district. The two districts enter into an agreement that allows special-admit students to receive college credit for university transfer coursework or Career Technical Education.
The purpose of CCAP is to extend students' opportunity to take college-level courses in the high school setting completely FREE of any fees, including the textbook.
The goal of CCAP is to develop seamless pathways for students from high school to community college:
- For Career Technical Education (CTE) or transfer preparation.
- To improve high school graduation rates.
- To help high school students achieve college and career readiness.
Dual Enrollment: Non-CCAP (formerly Concurrent Enrollment)
Establishes the partnership between VVC and a high school district where students can attend college-level courses at VVC.
The purpose is to provide advanced scholastic and vocational course work to students who are determined to undertake college credit coursework. These students will be required to pay the Student Center Fee, Transportation Fee, and their books.
The goal is to provide greater college educational opportunities to K12 students.
Admission to VVC
A Dual Enrollment student (CCAP or Non-CCAP) will be admitted to VVC if the school principal or designee has determined that the student is prepared for degree applicable credit coursework. All students must complete VVC’s admissions application and follow the Steps to Enrollment for Dual Enrollment students. Home School students who wish to enroll as a Non-CCAP students must provide a copy of the affidavit filed with the California Superintendent of Public Instruction to the Admissions & Records Office before registration. There are unit limitations for Dual Enrollment students: Non-CCAP students are limited to 11.0 units for Fall and Spring semesters and 8.0 units for Summer and Winter semesters. CCAP students are limited to 15.0 units or 4 courses for the Fall and Spring semester. A completed Dual Enrollment form must be submitted each semester before the student can register for classes.
Registration
Registration is the process of becoming officially enrolled or registered in your classes.
Properly completing all steps of the most current registration process is the responsibility of the student.
Students interested in attending Victor Valley College can view the schedule of classes online before the beginning of each semester. The schedule of classes will show dates, times, locations, and modalities for each course section offering, for each semester or term. Some or all of the class hours for course sections may use the TBA or "To Be Arranged" scheduling option. Please review the daily or weekly class hour requirements that may apply. For any courses designated as "variable units," the schedule and catalog display contact hours at the minimum level. If a student earns units above the minimum, additional hours will be assigned.
Students must register for classes using Self Service. View our registration support page for Self-Service support videos. The Connect2Success Center is available for assistance or questions; call (760) 245-4271, or email info@vvc.edu.
Registration and other deadline dates are available on the Admissions & Records section of our website.
Students who do not correctly complete the registration process cannot be enrolled in classes or receive course credit.
Registration is a privilege and may be withheld if a student has outstanding fees, unpaid parking fines, returned checks, library fines, or has not returned physical education materials and/or equipment, or has other outstanding financial obligations to the college.
Registration for Summer/Fall begins in late April; Winter/Spring registration begins in mid-November.
Student Registration Priorities
The Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges intends to provide priority registration for students who enroll in a community college for a degree or certificate attainment, transfer to a four-year college or university, or career advancement. Registration priority shall be provided to students who have completed orientation, assessment, and developed a student education plan, remain in good academic standing, and have not completed more than ninety (90) degree-applicable semester units at Victor Valley College.
Registration priority, in the order of priority listed below, shall be provided to students as follows:
Block 1 = Highest Priority
Block 6 = Lowest Priority
Matriculated in Good Standing (Title 5, Section 58108)
Block 1
- Member of the Armed Forces and Military Veterans (Education Code 66025.8)
- Foster Youth and Former Foster Youth (Education Code 66025.9)
- EOPS students (Title 5, Section 58108 and Title 5, Section 56232)
- ACCESS (DSPS) students (Title 5, Section 58108)
- CalWORKs students (Education Code 66025.91)
- Student Parent (Education Code 66025.81)
- Equity Cohort Groups: Umoja, Puente, MESA, and Justice-Involved Individuals/Rising Scholars (Title 5, 56800, Education Code 32500, Title 5, 56810)
- Gold Star Survivors
Block 2
- 2A – Continuing students with 45.0 – 90.0 units completed at Victor Valley College. Students with more than 90.0 units completed at Victor Valley College with an approved petition.
- 2B – ASB Council members, Work-Study students (spring semester only), Active Phi Theta Kappa members, Spouses of Disabled Veterans, Student-Athletes, Active PACE program students, and qualified K16 Bridge High School graduates (fall semester only).
Block 3
- 3A – Continuing students with 30.0 – 44.5 units completed at Victor Valley College.
- 3B – Continuing students with 15.0 – 29.5 units completed at Victor Valley College.
- 3C – Continuing students with 0.0 – 14.5 units completed at Victor Valley College.
Block 4
- New / Returning / Transfer students
Block 5
- Concurrently enrolled K-12 students
Block 6
- Students who are not fully matriculated.
- Students not in good standing (e.g., academic and/or progress probation for two consecutive semesters as defined in Title 5, Section 55031).
- Students with more than ninety (90) degree applicable units earned at the district.
Students may appeal the loss of priority registration due to one of the following reasons:
- Extenuating circumstances are verified cases of accidents, illnesses, or other circumstances beyond the student's control.
- A student with a disability applied for, but did not receive reasonable accommodation in a timely manner.
- Academic and/or Progress improvement. Students must demonstrate significant academic and/or progress improvement.
- Enrollment in a high unit major or program. High unit programs generally include Nursing, Respiratory Therapy, or preparation for transfer to programs in engineering, medicine, or other areas.
A Loss of Priority Registration Appeal form may be filed with the Admissions & Records Office.
Definitions of Student Classifications
Matriculated students in good standing are students who complete orientation, assessment, and education plans (Title 5, Section 58108), who are not on academic or progress probation for two consecutive terms (as defined in Title 5, Section 55031), and who have earned 90 or fewer degree-applicable semester units at Victor Valley College (Title 5, Section 58108).
- Continuing students are students currently enrolled at VVC.
- New students are first-time students attending VVC.
- Returning students are those who attended VVC in previous semesters and are returning after an absence of at least one semester.
- Inter-College Transfer students are those who have completed courses at other colleges or universities.
- Dual enrollment students are those concurrently enrolled in grades K-12.
Requirements for Registration
The Admissions & Records Office must receive all required materials before registration at Victor Valley College.
Required materials include:
- A completed admissions application and statement of legal residence. Apply online on the VVC website.
- Applicable Prerequisite Validation and/or Prerequisite Challenge form.
- For veterans, receipt of a copy of honorable discharge papers or DD 214. Military personnel on active duty should submit a copy of their military orders.
- Applicable International Student forms.
- Establishment of California residency, without which nonresident tuition must be paid (see Nonresident Tuition on our Fees and Refunds page).
- The completion of all admissions procedures, orientation, assessment, and student education plan requirements, except for any existing exemptions.
- Dual Enrollment Form (K-12).
- Students (other than Dual Enrollment K-12) may register for a maximum of 18.0 units for either fall or spring semester and 9 units for Summer or Winter.
- Non CCAP Dual Enrollment K-12 students may register for a maximum of 11 units for either Spring or Fall semester and up to 8 units in the Winter or Summer semester.
- CCAP Daul Enrollment K-12 students may register for a maximum of 15 units for either Spring or Fall semester.
All students may register for a maximum of 8.0 units for the summer and winter sessions.
Payment of Fees
After completing registration, it is necessary to pay all required fees. It is important to keep a copy of your registration statement for your records.
Students who receive a scholarship or receive third-party payment vouchers from agencies such as the Department of Rehabilitation, Department of Veterans Affairs, GAIN, Workforce Development, or other third party agencies must present their voucher to the Cashier’s Office for verification and processing. Verified vouchers will be treated as an acceptable form of payment. Students are responsible for processing their own vouchers.
Payment plans, complete financial aid award letters, and/ or CCPG fee waivers will also be treated as acceptable forms of payment. Students are responsible for submitting applications and required documentation in a timely manner to ensure processing.
For current information, refer to the Fees & Refunds section of the VVC website.
Program Changes (Adding/Dropping)
It is the student’s responsibility to complete the drop and/or add process. Self Service is the system used for adding or dropping classes.
Students who want to add a class once classes have started should do so as soon as possible (see authorization codes for more information). The deadline to add a class is strictly enforced. Late adds will be considered for verifiable extenuating circumstances only. Students must be registered in class before the census.
Authorization Codes
If you are permitted to add a class by an instructor, an authorization code will be provided to you, and you will register with your code in Self-Service. View our registration support page for Self-Service instructional videos.
Once classes begin, registration fees are due within 24 hours of adding a course.
Note: Authorization codes are valid until the deadline to add classes. Instructor deadlines to use authorization codes may be earlier than printed class deadlines.
Withdrawing from Classes
A student may drop or withdraw (or be dropped by an instructor) before the second census date prior to completing the class. Students may not drop or be dropped after this point, and instructors must issue a grade if the student remains on the class roster beyond this point. A student who drops a class (or who is dropped by an instructor) on or before 20% or the first census date of the course will have no record of that class appearing on their permanent transcript, although they may still be responsible for payment of fees. Drops that occur after the first census date of the course and on or before the second census date of a course will result in a W symbol being entered. Students may be dropped for lack of attendance or “good cause” as defined in California Education Code, Article 3, Section 76033. (AP 5075)
Students should not rely on instructors to drop or withdraw them from classes. Failure to officially drop or withdraw by the deadline may result in an F (Failing) grade or FW (Unofficial Withdrawal) grade.
Refer to the Add/Drop policy and Important Dates and Deadlines listed on the Admissions & Records Register page.
Wait Lists
Before the beginning of the semester, if a class is full, you may place yourself on a waitlist. If a seat becomes available, you may automatically be added to the class depending on your place on the waitlist, and your student account will be charged with enrollment fees. If you choose not to take the class, it is your responsibility to drop the class before the drop and refund deadline.
Important: Check Self Service frequently to see if you have moved from the waitlist to enrolled status.
It is the student's responsibility to confirm enrollment and pay any additional fees.
Student Honors
The President’s List, the Dean’s List, and the Honor Roll are marks of superior academic achievement.
To qualify for these prestigious honors, students must complete at least 12.0 units of credit classes with a letter grade (A, B, C) each semester and achieve outstanding grades as follows:
- To qualify for the President’s List, a student must achieve a grade point average of 4.00 or an “A” grade in all classes.
- To qualify for the Dean’s List, a student must achieve a grade point average of 3.50 - 3.99.
- To qualify for the Honor Roll, a student must achieve a grade point average of 3.00 - 3.49.
Scholastic Honors at Commencement
Honors at the college commencement will be awarded to students with a cumulative GPA of 3.50 or higher. Coursework taken during the final spring semester will not be used to calculate honors at commencement. Grade point averages are not rounded up. Students completing associate degree programs with prescribed cumulative grade point averages, listed below, are recognized as honor graduates at the college commencement. These honor graduates are eligible to wear honor cords at graduation.
Academic honors are as follows:
- Summa Cum Laude (Highest Honors) 3.90 - 4.00 GPA
- Magna Cum Laude (High Honors) 3.75 - 3.89 GPA
- Cum Laude (Academic Distinction) 3.50 - 3.74 GPA
These honors are noted on student diplomas.
All lower division, degree-applicable courses, units, and grades earned by students at VVC and other colleges and universities are included in calculating grade point averages for graduation and academic honors. Official transcripts or documents are required before degrees can be awarded. Transcripts submitted become the property of Victor Valley College and cannot be returned to the student nor be forwarded to another institution.