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San Joaquin Delta College

Public Stockton, CA · Urban · Far West · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
33%
Graduation Rate
$43,212
Earnings (10yr)
$2,407
Net Price
15,781
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Overview

San Joaquin Delta College serves over 15,700 students, with a net price of just $2,407, making it one of the most affordable options for higher education in California. This low cost allows students to pursue their studies without accumulating significant debt. The median debt for graduates is $7,500, which is relatively manageable compared to national averages.

Earnings after graduation are an important consideration. Graduates from San Joaquin Delta College see an average income of $43,212 within ten years of completing their programs. While the graduation rate stands at 33%, the focus on practical fields like Health Professions and Business & Marketing can lead to solid job opportunities for students. The school serves a diverse population, with 25% of students receiving Pell Grants, indicating a commitment to supporting low-income learners.

Students who thrive here are those looking for a cost-effective path to skill development in practical fields. With strong programs in mechanics, psychology, and the humanities, the college attracts individuals who are ready to enter the workforce quickly. Its supportive environment and emphasis on affordability make it an appealing choice for many students in Stockton and beyond.

Rankings

How San Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation33%Earnings 10yr$43KNet Price$2KRetention68%Median Debt$8KPell Grant Rate25%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$1K$0-30K$2K$30-48K$4K$48-75K$7K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%1599.7%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%1409.3%MOBILITY225.45%

Cost & Financial Aid

$1,180
In-State Tuition
$9,772
Out-of-State
$2,407
Avg Net Price
$7,500
Median Debt
25%
Pell Grant Rate
1%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$1,291
Family Income $0–$30K
$1,589
Family Income $30K–$48K
$3,996
Family Income $48K–$75K
$7,087
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$33,920
6 Years After Entry
$37,831
8 Years
$43,212
10 Years
0.17x
Debt-to-Earnings
42%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$33,920 6yr $37,831 8yr $43,212 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

225.45%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
1409.3%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
1599.7%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$66,300
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.02
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.08
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
4.4%
Volunteering Rate
0.94
Support Ratio
Community support

Innovation

Data: Opportunity Insights Patent & Innovation Data

0.106%
Inventor Rate
15
Total Patents

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 68%
Full-Time Faculty 47%
Faculty Salary (mo) $10,209
Diversity Index 0.66
First-Gen Students 56%

Top Programs

Humanities 34%
Business & Marketing 14%
Health Professions 9%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 5%
Psychology 5%
Criminal Justice 3%
Visual & Performing Arts 2%
Construction Trades 2%

Quick Facts

Setting Urban
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
60%
White
14%
Hispanic
53%
Black
8%
Asian
18%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

Opportunity Insights Patent Data

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