C
Average
Score: 52/100

Diablo Valley College

2-Year Public
📍 Pleasant Hill, California 94523
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 46%
Outcomes
C+
58/100
Affordability
B
72/100
Resources
C
53/100
Experience
D
37/100
Prestige
D
36/100

Quick Stats

16,424
Total Enrollment
46%
Graduation Rate
78%
Retention Rate
24.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$8,761
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Diablo Valley College

22% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 3,597 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$987,631
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,756
1-Year Change
+2.3%
For parents & investors

The Diablo Valley College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $987,631
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,756/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 94595 (4.0% cap, Walnut Creek)

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🏆 Where Diablo Valley College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥇
Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications, General
of 4 schools
#9
Architectural Technology/Technician
of 15 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $1,288 $8,304

Financial Aid

67%
Receive Any Aid
24%
Receive Pell Grants
0%
Take Out Loans
$8,761
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$4,708
$30,001 - $48,000$5,636
$48,001 - $75,000$8,867
$75,001 - $110,000$11,491
$110,001+$12,417

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 591 grads/yr Computer Programming/Programmer, General 325 grads/yr Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 325 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 227 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 182 grads/yr Biological and Physical Sciences 168 grads/yr Psychology, General 162 grads/yr Economics, General 90 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 81 grads/yr Speech Communication and Rhetoric 80 grads/yr Information Technology 67 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 65 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 64 grads/yr Chemistry, General 56 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 54 grads/yr Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications, General 45 grads/yr Mathematics, General 43 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 37 grads/yr Architectural Technology/Technician 36 grads/yr Sociology, General 32 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Diablo Valley College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Software developers
$133k/yr 1,693,800 jobs
Software quality assurance analysts and testers
$103k/yr 201,700 jobs
Computer programmers
$99k/yr 121,200 jobs
Web and digital interface designers
$98k/yr 128,900 jobs
Computer science teachers, postsecondary
$97k/yr 44,800 jobs
Web developers
$91k/yr 86,000 jobs
Computer network support specialists
$73k/yr 152,700 jobs

Student Demographics

16,424
Total Students
50%
Women
63%
Traditional Age (18-24)
22%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 29%
Hispanic 30%
Black 6%
Asian 20%
Two or More 9%
Non-Resident 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 22%
With Family 78%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~3,597 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 27%
Hybrid (Some Online) 39%
Fully Online 34%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 63%
25-64 (Adult) 29%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Diablo Valley College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Diablo Valley College?
Tuition at Diablo Valley College is $1,288 for in-state students and $8,304 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $8,761.
What is the graduation rate at Diablo Valley College?
The graduation rate at Diablo Valley College is 46%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Diablo Valley College a good school?
Diablo Valley College has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Diablo Valley College?
Diablo Valley College has a total enrollment of 16,424 students.
Is there rental demand near Diablo Valley College?
Yes! Approximately 22% of students at Diablo Valley College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 3,597 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Pleasant Hill area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology