Napa Valley College

Napa Valley College is a public two-year institution located in Napa, California, in a small city setting. The college enrolls 6,216 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 40 out of 100. The retention rate is 72% (IPEDS 2023) and the completion rate is 32% (IPEDS 2023).

Napa Valley College offers career and technical programs across healthcare and trades disciplines. Healthcare programs include Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic), Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist, Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training, and Registered Nursing certificates. Technical programs include Drafting and Design Technology, Machine Tool Technology/Machinist, and Welding Technology, each offered at one- to two-year and/or two- to four-year certificate levels.

Located in Napa, CA, in the heart of the Napa Valley wine region, the college serves a diverse student population seeking career-ready credentials in healthcare and skilled trades. Its location within the San Francisco Bay Area's broader labor market provides graduates with access to a wide range of employment opportunities.