Palo Verde College — tuition $1,380 in-state, $13,800 out-of-state
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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 (D)
which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 14%
Outcomes
D
41/100
Affordability
B
70/100
Resources
C
52/100
Experience
F
30/100
Prestige
F
23/100
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
3,461
Total Enrollment
14%
Graduation Rate
72%
Retention Rate
22.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$15,556
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Palo Verde College ▼
67%
of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.
What happens to students who enroll at Palo Verde College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
$36,389
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$30,602
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
30.5%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
11.6%
Students receiving Pell grants
Earnings rank: 48th percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (CA wage index 1.21). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
For parents & investors
The Palo Verde College Town Property Report
Avg home value near campus: $214,284
Avg rent near campus: $1,750/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 92225 (6.4% cap, Blythe)
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Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
Category
In-State
Out-of-State
Tuition
$1,380
$13,800
Financial Aid
88%
Receive Any Aid
44%
Receive Pell Grants
0%
Take Out Loans
$15,556
Avg Net Price
Net Price by Family Income
Family Income
Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000
$10,487
$30,001 - $48,000
$9,070
$48,001 - $75,000
$11,606
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~2,308 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person24%
Hybrid (Some Online)10%
Fully Online67%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)12%
25-64 (Adult)81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Palo Verde 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 Palo Verde College?
Tuition at Palo Verde College is
$1,380 for in-state students
and $13,800 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $15,556.
What is the graduation rate at Palo Verde College?
The graduation rate at Palo Verde College is 14%.
This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Palo Verde College a good school?
Palo Verde College has a Repit College Score of 44/100 (Grade: D).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (F): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Palo Verde College?
Palo Verde College has a total enrollment of 3,461 students.
Is there rental demand near Palo Verde College?
Yes! Approximately 67% of students at Palo Verde College live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 2,308 students who need rental housing near campus.
This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Blythe area.
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