Antelope Valley College

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Primary Address

3041 West Ave. K
Lancaster, CA 93536

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Contact Info

(661) 722-6300
counseling@avc.edu
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At Antelope Valley College, we take pride in providing a quality, comprehensive education for a wide variety of learners. We are committed to student success, offering value and opportunity for all members of our community. AVC was founded in 1929 as a department of Antelope Valley Joint Union High School in Lancaster.

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Antelope Valley College provides resources and programs to meet the diverse needs of its students.

Career Education

Career education certificates and training courses

Career Education offers a pathway to success that allows you to learn by exploring, collaborating, and doing from expert instructors and industry professionals.

mclinton@avc.edu
(661) 722-6327
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Financial Aid

Grants, scholarships, loans and more

Find out how to save money with financial aid options, like grants, scholarships, and loans to help pay for your education.

financial_aid@avc.edu
(661) 722-6300, ext. 6337
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Transfer Center

Counseling, resources, and support

Preparing students to transfer to participating four-year colleges and universities.

counseling@avc.edu
(661) 722-6300
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A²MEND

African American Male Education Network & Development

A²MEND focuses on mentoring and initiatives that increase the success of African American male students.

Golden Hicks

Equity Program Specialist | Equity and Student Achievement

ghicks9@avc.edu
(661) 722-3600, ext. 6787
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BASIC NEEDS

Food, Housing, and Transportation

Get additional support to help remain focused on your education and your success. Find information on basic needs s

jzimmerman@avc.edu
(661) 722-6354
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Foster Youth Services

NextUp - For Foster Youth Student Success

The NextUp program offers services and support for eligible current and former foster youth.

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Rising Scholars

For currently and formerly justice-involved students

Rising Scholars provides resources, academic guidance, and a supportive community to help currently and formerly justice-involved students succeed.

Nate Dillon

Dean of Social and Behavioral Science

nate.dillon@avc.edu
(661) 722-6362
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Umoja

Community for African American students

Umoja is an on-campus resource dedicated to enhancing the cultural and educational experiences of African American and other students.

avcumoja@avc.edu
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Undocumented, AB 540 eligible student resources and services

Dreamers Center

Giving answers and support to undocumented students of all nationalities and backgrounds.

kjohnson89@avc.edu
(661) 722-6426
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VETERANS RESOURCE CENTER

For Military Connected Students

Providing various types of aid, benefits and support for current servicemembers and veterans with their educational and VA-related needs.

veterans@avc.edu
(661) 722-6300, ext. 6342
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Wherever you are in life, we support you.

California Community Colleges help all types of students reach their goals.

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High school students

It's a perfect time to start thinking about what you want to study. You can even get a head start on college and enroll in community college classes while still in high school. Ask your counselor for help matching your interests with a major and career path to select the classes you need.

Community College Students

If you plan to continue your studies at a four-year university, schedule an appointment with a counselor at your college's transfer center. Create a step-by-step plan to meet your educational goals on your timeline.

Veterans

Community college helps returning veterans make a smooth and affordable transition from military service into the highly competitive job market. Military service may even qualify you to earn credit for prior learning.

Foster Youth

Every community college campus has a foster youth liaison to help support students throughout their educational journey. And, with the NextUp program, the colleges also offer eligible current and former foster youth support and services that could include help with books, transportation, tutoring, housing and more.

Antelope Valley College offers more than a degree. They offer a path to the life you want.

Choose your own future

Take control of your life by enrolling in a California community college today.
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