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Student Life

What is life like after class?

Life on and off campus is filled with activities that support student engagement, fun, and personal development. Activities include student retreats in the local mountains, campus Spirit Weeks, devotional times, and much more. Many Oak Valley students describe the community like family…and you will too.

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A day in the life…

A typical student’s day begins with off-campus work or internship assignments. Many students arrive on campus a little after noon. Some students play board games, basketball, catch up on homework, or just chat with other members of their cohort.

The first class of the day starts at 2:30 pm and continues until 4:00 pm. After first class, students may run to a local In-N-Out, Chick-fil-A, or Starbucks to grab a snack and drinks. Other students hang out on campus and prepare for their 4:30 pm class. After class, around 6:00 pm, students may join a study group or head for food or coffee.

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Meet some of your professors

Impact Stories

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    Student succes

    Oak Valley sets students up for academic, spiritual, professional, and personal success.

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    Data-driven excellence and efficiency

    Faculty and administration create, monitor, and enforce standards of excellence using SMART goals and analysis to ensure efficient, relevant, and cost-effective academic and student services.

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    Accountability

    The College seeks transparency, using reporting and accountability to guide continuous improvement and ethical decision-making.

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“Oak Valley College was more than just a college experience. Together, my classmates and I developed lifelong friendships we carry on today.”

Angel - Class or 2021

What Oak Valley Graduates Say