Different is…
Smart

Transforming lives through applied education in a Christian community with no students loans.

Who We Are

Oak Valley College is led by Christian professionals who give back to the local community through education.
Our leaders come from diverse personal and professional backgrounds. We share a faith-focused desire to help you lead in your workplace, family, community, and church.

What We Do

Mission: Graduate with an accredited degree in two years and eight months, without student loans.

We’re an innovative, efficient, Christ-centered college that helps students earn their Bachelor’s degree in less time, for less money.

Our single major in business is both practical and versatile. The undergraduate degree you’ll earn here can take you almost anywhere—and you don’t have to own a business. You could build a career in ministry, nonprofit leadership, education, government, management, and so much more.

At Oak Valley, you’ll learn the real-world skills you need to grow into the best version of you—and start your career on the right path.

If that sounds good, we want you to join us.

This is your college.

Where We Are Going

Vision: College should be financially accessible for
everyone. Affordability is where access begins.

Oak Valley College is eligible to offer federal student loans, but we choose not to. Instead, we make our tuition fair and manageable.

For a fraction of what other universities cost, you’ll get a high-quality, in-person, practical experience here. Best of all, we’ll help you graduate without the burden of student loan debt, so you’re free to pursue your dreams.

Who We Are

Values: Study with peers and mentors who care about your personal, professional, and spiritual goals.

You deserve a college experience where you’re truly seen and known.

At Oak Valley, you’re never just a number or another face in the crowd. We know you by name. We understand where you’re coming from and where you want to go.

Here, you’ll study in a close-knit, thought-provoking community of peers and mentors who really care about you and your success. That is at the center of your experience here. We’ll support your journey every step of the way.

Find belonging and encouragement in Oak Valley’s small cohort environment, where you’re never lost or left behind.

Let us help you live, learn, and grow into the best version of who God intended you to become.

Oak Valley College is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC).

1080 Marina Village Parkway, Suite 500
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-9001

Voluntary, non-governmental, institutional accreditation is a unique characteristic of American education. The accreditation process helps institutions, like Oak Valley College, develop and sustain effective educational programs and assures the educational community and the general public that high standards of quality and effectiveness are met. WSCUC also provides accreditation assistance and emphasizes the importance of institutional structures, processes, and resources. The WSCUC Commission accredits institutions, not individual programs.

Questions about accreditation may be directed to Oak Valley College at info@oakvalley.edu.

As a nondenominational Christian college, we welcome students from diverse backgrounds.
Click below to learn more about where we stand on faith.

What We Believe

Name & Visual Design

Oak trees are commonly associated trees commonly associated with longevity, stability, power, and strength, and their wood is known for its beauty and durability. In Southern California, oaks grow as evergreen, deciduous trees in lush, drought-tolerant ecosystems, demonstrating their diversity and adaptability. These beautiful and resilient trees sprout from tiny acorns, symbolizing energy and growth from small beginnings.

At Oak Valley College, we recognize these attributes in every student we serve. That’s why we draw our name from the mighty oak. We honor the diligence, character, and determination it takes to work toward and achieve the educational and career goals they’re dreaming of.

Alongside the attributes of the oak and our extraordinary students, we also wanted our name to represent a sense of place while maintaining geographical ambiguity. Oak Valley College intends to grow its footprint beyond Southern California, extending our home away from home to multiple campuses where our students and faculty can live, learn, and grow while maintaining a broad sense of community.

Oak Valley College’s logo is a visual representation of our name and also the Holy Spirit. The flame, dove, and oak leaf are intertwined within the design as a single image bathed in earth tones representing the Holy Spirit’s provision for every one of us through the power of God’s grace, mercy, and love.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Oak Valley College is a distinctive, personal, practical, and affordable degree program. In less than three years, you will graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in Business, along with solid problem-solving, communication, and career skills. You’ll also build strong relationships with a close-knit community of fellow students, and mentors who will be cheering you on every step of the way.

    There are many advantages to attending Oak Valley College:

    • Personal - Fewer than 25 students per class. In each course, you get personal attention.

    • Christian - Professors care about your spiritual growth and personal development. You’ll also be surrounded by peers who share your values.

    • Accessible - Graduate with the freedom of knowing that you have spent a fraction of what other colleges charge, which will enable you to focus on your career without worrying about student loan debt.

    • Practical - You gain real-world experience. Learn it today…apply it tomorrow.

    By the time they graduate, typical Oak Valley College alumni have worked on more than a dozen real-world projects, developed a full business plan, delivered numerous professional presentations, and gained more than 3,000 hours of practical work experience. You’ll emerge from our program not only as an experienced professional, but also as a well-rounded, ethical leader.

  • Oak Valley College is eligible but chooses not to participate in the federal student loan programs. Therefore, students who attend Oak Valley do not have federal student loans.

    Oak Valley College is more affordable than any other Bachelor’s program (that we know of). Most students pay monthly—about what it costs to own a good used car. Your total cost will likely be less than a single semester at most other private colleges.

  • You’ll enroll in three semesters each year (trimesters) and complete a total of 128 units. By going to school for two summer semesters, you graduate in less than three years.

  • There are hundreds of career paths you may pursue with a Bachelor of Arts in Business, including business, ministry, or nonprofit. You may launch your career in just about any direction you wish, from owning your own business (not a requirement for this degree) to working in a well-established organization as an employee. What do you want to do? We want to know, so we can tailor your education to help you reach your goals.

  • A cohort is a group of individuals tied together by a common purpose. At Oak Valley College, you’ll take courses with a small group of students, creating family-like bonds that represent one of the most powerful aspects of your education. Everyone knows your name, and you are never lost. Your professors care about you and your personal success.

    Within such a small environment, your individuality will truly shine. You’ll work on projects that appeal to your individual interests, and your career path is only limited by your own imagination, gifts, and talents. Wherever you want to go, the faculty, staff, and advisors at Oak Valley College are here to help you live, learn, and grow in amazing ways.

  • We have two locations:

    Rialto Campus
    2759 Ayala Dr
    Rialto, CA 92377

    Santa Ana Campus
    1010 N. Tustin Ave
    Santa Ana, CA 92705

  • We do not offer on-campus housing. You will need to live in the area of our campuses to attend.

  • We don’t currently offer virtual courses. Attending virtual classes would detract from the close community experience that makes Oak Valley College unique.

  • Yes, students are required to attend our monthly “Gather & Grow” event.

    This event is held once a month during the 30-minute break between your two classes.

  • Contact our Admissions team and get started on your FAFSA. We’ll help you from there.

  • You can email us at info@oakvalley.edu.

    You can call the Rialto campus at (909) 554-3814.

    You can call the Santa Ana campus at (714) 202-7755

We’ll guide you toward your bright future.