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Diablo Valley College

Public Pleasant Hill, CA · Suburban · Far West · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
47%
Graduation Rate
$51,378
Earnings (10yr)
$8,312
Net Price
15,358
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Overview

Diablo Valley College enrolls over 15,000 students, making it a significant player in California’s community college landscape. This public institution is located in Pleasant Hill, CA, and offers a diverse range of programs, particularly strong in Humanities, Computer Science & IT, and Health Professions.

The Opportunity Insights data highlights that students from Diablo Valley College have an average 10-year earnings of $51,378. While the graduation rate stands at 47%, the outcomes suggest that many students see a solid return on investment, especially those who complete their programs. However, the data lacks detailed mobility and success rates for lower-income students, which limits a full picture of economic advancement for all attendees.

With a net price of $8,312 and a median debt of $10,021, the financial landscape is manageable for many students. Graduates typically earn enough to support a comfortable lifestyle, reflecting a pathway to upward mobility. This college is ideal for students who thrive in a supportive environment and are looking to gain practical skills in fields like Business, Social Sciences, and Health Professions.

Rankings

How Diablo Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation47%Earnings 10yr$51KNet Price$8KRetention76%Median Debt$10KPell Grant Rate18%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$6K$0-30K$7K$30-48K$10K$48-75K$7K$110K+

Cost & Financial Aid

$1,312
In-State Tuition
$10,320
Out-of-State
$8,312
Avg Net Price
$10,021
Median Debt
18%
Pell Grant Rate
1%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$6,411
Family Income $0–$30K
$7,103
Family Income $30K–$48K
$10,390
Family Income $48K–$75K
$6,953
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$38,306
6 Years After Entry
$45,663
8 Years
$51,378
10 Years
0.2x
Debt-to-Earnings
52%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$38,306 6yr $45,663 8yr $51,378 10yr

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.52
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.04
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
4.9%
Volunteering Rate
0.96
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 76%
Full-Time Faculty 37%
Faculty Salary (mo) $11,323
Diversity Index 0.77
First-Gen Students 45%

Top Programs

Humanities 17%
Computer Science & IT 14%
Business & Marketing 12%
Health Professions 12%
Social Sciences 5%
Psychology 5%
Communications 3%
Visual & Performing Arts 3%

Quick Facts

Setting Suburban
Region Far West
Accreditor Western Association of Schools and Colleges Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges
Predominant Degree Associate's
Hispanic-Serving Yes

Student Body

Female
55%
White
29%
Hispanic
32%
Black
7%
Asian
18%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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