Imperial Valley CollegeStudent Guide

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College in Imperial, CA. Operating on a semester system.

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Imperial, CA
8K+ students
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Student guide · Fall Semester 2026

The semester, explained for Imperial Valley College

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall Semester 2026
Campus terms
9
Local details
11

Academic calendar

Fall Semester 2026 runs Aug 1, 2026 – Dec 31, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

4 entries
  1. Fall Semester 2026Relevant now
  2. Winter Intersession 2027
  3. Spring Semester 2027
  4. Summer Session 2027

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Campus language

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9 terms

A

ASG
Associated Student Government, the primary student representative body.

C

CARE
Cooperative Agencies Resources for Education, a program for single parents receiving public assistance.

E

EOPS
Extended Opportunity Programs and Services, providing support for students with economic or educational disadvantages.

I

IVC
The common shorthand for Imperial Valley College used by students and staff.

P

PTK
Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society for two-year colleges.

S

SSS
Student Support Services, a federal TRIO program providing academic and personal support.

T

The Cafe
The main campus cafeteria located in the College Center (Building 600).
The Coffee Shop
The campus coffee kiosk serving beverages and light snacks.
The Quad
The central outdoor gathering area between the main academic buildings.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

11 details
Canvas
The learning management system used for online course materials, assignments, and communication.
DePaoli Sports Complex
The campus gym and athletic facility, officially Building 700.
G-Number
The unique student identification number assigned to every student, beginning with the letter 'G'.
IVC ID
The physical student identification card required for library services and campus events.
ivc_kitchen_cafeteria
IVC Kitchen / Cafeteria
Late Start
Classes that begin mid-semester, often 8-week accelerated sessions.
Spencer Library
The main campus library, officially Building 1500.
The 2700
The Science and STEM building, housing modern laboratories and classrooms.
The 3100
The Technology and Library building, containing computer labs and the library entrance.
The 400
The Student Services building, where admissions and financial aid are located.
WebSTAR
The online student portal used for registration, checking grades, and managing financial aid.

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
Fall Semester 2026 runs Aug 1, 2026 – Dec 31, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
9 approved campus terms and 11 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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  • Major-aligned clubs, pre-professional groups, and research communities.
  • Performing arts, visual arts, student publications, film, and music.
  • Cultural orgs, identity communities, and faith-based groups.
  • Volunteer groups, civic engagement, mutual aid, and student government.
  • Outdoor clubs, intramural sports, club sports, and rec center programs.
  • Entrepreneurship, hackathon teams, makerspaces, and engineering project teams.
  • Casual hangouts, interest groups, and open events without applications.

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Life in Imperial for Imperial Valley College Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Imperial.

Timezone

Pacific Time (PT)

Median Rent

$1,350

Cost of Living Index

95

Student Population

3,500

City Transportation

Walkability

55

Bikeability

40

Public Transit

Imperial Valley Transit regional buses

Nearest Airports

Imperial County Airport (IPL)

Climate Averages

Climate

Hot desert (BWh)

Avg Annual Temp

72°F

Avg Snowfall

0 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Lot A (Main Entrance)

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Daily pass machines located in the lot.

Overflow Parking Areas One, Two, Three

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Used for high-traffic periods.

Campus News

Latest updates from Imperial Valley College

IVC Unveils 2026 Day of the Dead Community Art Exhibition

Imperial Valley College opened its annual exhibition at the Juanita Lowe Art Gallery, featuring a community 'Art Box' for students to exchange handmade crafts.

Nov 3, 2026

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Update on Bond Tax Rate Adjustment

Imperial County and IVC provided a joint update regarding the property tax rate adjustment associated with the college's general obligation bonds for the 2026-27 fiscal year.

Oct 30, 2026

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IVC Students Move into New Calexico Commons Housing

Students began settling into the new affordable housing community developed in partnership with SDSU Imperial Valley.

Aug 25, 2026

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Campus offices and services will be closed on November 11, 2026, in observance of Veterans Day.

Campus offices and services will be closed on November 11, 2026, in observance of Veterans Day.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Imperial Valley College

Athletic Event

November 5, 2026

College Center Location Room 1

General athletic events scheduled throughout the season; check specific team schedules for details.

Day of the Dead Community Art Exhibition

November 5, 2026

Juanita Lowe Art Gallery (Building 2800)

Annual exhibition featuring artwork, poetry, sculptures, and a community art swap box; on display through November 30.

Campus Tour

November 12, 2026

College Center Location Room 1

Guided tours for prospective students and community members.

Board of Trustees Meeting

November 18, 2026

College Center Location Room 1

Regular meeting of the Imperial Valley College Board of Trustees.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Imperial Valley College

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

5 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

IVC Student Housing at SDSU Imperial Valley

Capacity: 80

Room types: apartment

Lotus Living Community

Room types: Tiny homes, RV units

Lotus Living Tiny Home Community

Capacity: 26

Room types: tiny home

RV Housing Units

Capacity: 12

Room types: RV units

SDSU Imperial Valley Housing

Capacity: 80

Room types: single, double

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@imperial.edu

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