Business Operations Support and Assistant Services at San Joaquin Valley College-Hesperia

San Joaquin Valley College-Hesperia's business operations program sits squarely in the middle of the pack—literally at the national median for both earnings and debt. Starting at $28,691 and climbing to nearly $35,000 by year four represents solid 21% growth, though you're looking at modest income levels throughout. The $20,000 debt load translates to a 0.70 ratio against first-year earnings, which is manageable but tight for someone earning under $30,000 initially.

The 60th percentile ranking among California programs suggests this performs slightly better than typical for the state, which matters given that most San Joaquin Valley students stay local. With 62% of students receiving Pell grants, this program clearly serves working-class families looking for accessible career training. The earnings trajectory shows graduates can improve their situations over time, not just tread water.

The practical reality: your child would graduate with debt roughly equal to 70% of their first year's salary in a role that pays modestly but shows real growth potential. For a student seeking office administration skills without pursuing a bachelor's degree, this delivers predictable outcomes—not exceptional, but serviceable for entering California's business support workforce.