Diablo Valley College

Pleasant Hill, California · Public, 2-year

At a glance

Average net price

$8,312

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

49.1%

Admission rate

Not available

Undergrad size

15,358

In-state tuition

$1,312

Out-of-state tuition

$10,320

Cost of attendance

$16,774

Median earnings (10y)

$51,378

Admissions

SAT average
Not available
ACT midpoint
Not available
Retention
Not available
Locale
Suburb

Programs breakdown

31 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (32%), stem (21%), social sciences (16%).

  • STEM21%
  • Health12%
  • Business12%
  • Humanities & arts32%
  • Social sciences16%
  • Trades & services7%

Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.

Specific majors offered

40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Undergraduate certificate1,079$7,500
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General.Associate's532
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Associate's501$8,250
Psychology, General.Associate's392$7,110
Biological and Physical Sciences.Associate's385
Computer Programming.Undergraduate certificate321
Computer Programming.Associate's301
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services.Undergraduate certificate296
Economics.Associate's225
Biology, General.Associate's206
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General.Undergraduate certificate185
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Associate's132
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.Associate's129
Business/Commerce, General.Associate's124
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Undergraduate certificate123
Communication and Media Studies.Associate's121
Chemistry.Undergraduate certificate121
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Undergraduate certificate106
Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications.Undergraduate certificate102
Mathematics.Associate's102
Political Science and Government.Associate's99
Sociology.Associate's85
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services.Associate's72
English Language and Literature, General.Associate's68
Radio, Television, and Digital Communication.Associate's66
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions.Associate's61
Accounting and Related Services.Undergraduate certificate61
Fine and Studio Arts.Associate's59
General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations.Undergraduate certificate56
History.Associate's52
East Asian Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics.Associate's45
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions.Undergraduate certificate41
Business/Commerce, General.Undergraduate certificate41
Accounting and Related Services.Associate's41
East Asian Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics.Undergraduate certificate39
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.Undergraduate certificate39
Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications.Associate's38
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft.Associate's37
Physics.Associate's36
Computer and Information Sciences, General.Associate's35

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.

About Diablo Valley College

Diablo Valley College is a very large institution located in Pleasant Hill, California, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 15,358 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Computer science, Business.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Diablo Valley College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $8,312 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $1,312 for in-state students and $10,320 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $16,774 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 49.1%, a average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $51,378 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Diablo Valley College confers degrees and certificates across 31 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Computer science, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (32% of credentials), stem (21% of credentials), social sciences (16% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.

Admissions

Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.

Location & campus

Set in Pleasant Hill, California (suburb), Diablo Valley College draws students from across California and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.

Frequently asked questions about Diablo Valley College

Q.How much does Diablo Valley College cost?

The average net price at Diablo Valley College is $8,312 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $16,774.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Diablo Valley College?

Diablo Valley College has a 6-year graduation rate of 49.1% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How much do Diablo Valley College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Diablo Valley College graduate earns $51,378 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Diablo Valley College?

Published tuition is $1,312 in-state and $10,320 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Diablo Valley College located?

Diablo Valley College is located in Pleasant Hill, California (ZIP 94523).

Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Diablo Valley College at their official website.