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Inge Bond's presentation to the College Council on October 15, 2010, reveals vital statistics about our student body. The average age of students is 28 years, with many (34%) attending full-time. Only 28% reside in nearby cities. A notable 7% report having disabilities. Distance education has grown, accounting for 15.6% of enrollments, with 7,706 students registered for such courses in Fall 2010. Popular degrees include Interdisciplinary Studies and Humanities, while Fashion Design leads among certificates. The data emphasizes the diverse needs and aspirations of our students.
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Who Are Our Students? Inge Bond Presentation to College Council October 15, 2010
Fast Facts: • Average age: 28 • Average number of units of enrollment: 8 • 34% attend WVC full time • Only 28% live in Campbell, Santa Clara, Saratoga, Los Gatos, Sunnyvale, or Monte Sereno • 7% report having a disability
Our “Unseen” Students • Distance education accounted for 15.6% of our FTES in 2009-2010 • In Fall 2010, we have 7,706 enrollments in distance education courses • 20% of our face-to-face enrollments are in non-daytime offerings (evening and/or weekend classes)
What Are They Studying? • Most popular degrees: • Interdisciplinary Studies • Humanities • Business & Management • Most popular certificates: • Fashion Design and Interior Design • Business & Management • Law
Moving On – Life After WVC • In 2009-2010: • 604 earned Associate degrees • 157 earned Certificates • In 2008-2009: • 99 transferred to a UC • 483 transferred to a CSU • 45% of those with behavioral intent to transfer do so within 6 years of entering WVC
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