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Student Life

Have lunch with a CEO, hangout with friends at the beach, or join a few students for coffee with the Dean.

You’ll graduate with more than a degree— you’ll walk away with a second family. Yes, you can expect your share of academic rigor, but what sets this journey apart is the tight-knit, Christ-centered community. Lifelong friendships start here.

Thrive together

We were founded to redefine higher education. Here, you’ll build deep, lasting connections with people who support and challenge you. Whether you’re collaborating on a project, gathering for prayer, or catching up over coffee, every moment is part of a shared journey. Our students learn and grow together, wherever God leads.

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Oak Valley Student Ambassadors make campus life come alive.

  • Josalyn (Class of 2028)

    Josalyn is an extrovert and advocate for her class. Outside of class, she serves Oak Valley as a Marketing Specialist. If you see Oak Valley on social media, you have seen Josalyn’s work.

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  • Sarah (Class of 2027)

    Sarah is a born leader. She supports her class by advocating for the needs in creative and inclusive ways. She goes out of her way to engage with others and always serves up a welcoming smile.

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  • Felix (Class of 2027)

    Felix is a nontraditional student (25+ years old - 20% of students are nontraditional). Leaning on his years of professional experience, Felix encourages other students by sharing his wisdom, experience, and “can-do” spirit.

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Your journey is about your personal, professional, and spiritual development.

Maybe you know exactly where you want to go, are undecided, or somewhere in between. Your path at Oak Valley will take you where you want to go. You will find students, professors, mentors, and staff who want to help you achieve great things — live out your passion and purpose. Whatever your situation or circumstance, there is a family at Oak Valley to support you every step of the way.

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Hear what students say

  • Julia

    "Attending Oak Valley College has been one of the most rewarding and challenging decisions I have ever made. I am so thankful for all the life lessons, wisdom, and experiences I have had so far. I know God is using this education to prepare me for the purposes He has for me, now and in the future." - Julia, Class of ‘23

  • Elizabeth

    "Oak Valley College changed my life. I came in as a young woman with no direction, but I am leaving with so much hope and excitement for the future." - Elizabeth, Class of ‘20

  • Michael

    “Oak Valley has been amazing to have an opportunity to learn from professors with real life business experience alongside a cohort who makes sure we are succeeding together” - Michael, Class of ‘23

  • Stephen

    “Oak Valley has been amazing to have an opportunity to learn from professors with real life business experience alongside a cohort who makes sure we are succeeding together” - Stephen, Class of ‘19

  • Angel

    "The experience at Oak Valley feels great. It feels like family." - Angel, Class of ‘21

  • AnnMarie

    "Oak Valley is changing my future because I really didn't think that college would be my thing. I was really really nervous. This school has totally taken that away though, everyone is really great and helpful so it makes me feel like I can achieve my future goals." - AnnMarie, Class of ‘19