- The primary objective of Diablo Valley College is the development, growth and success of each of its students. At DVC student learning is paramount and comprises not simply the transference of knowledge and skills but also a process of intellectual, artistic, political, ethical, physical and spiritual exploration. We believe that such learning is the mutual responsibility of the college and the student.
School Highlights
Diablo Valley College serves 17,228 students (37% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 43:1 is lower than the state community college average of 44:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 77%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 17,228 students
- In-state tuition: $1,298
- Out-state tuition: $7,038
- Student-teacher ratio: 43:1
- Minority enrollment: 71%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Diablo Valley College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
School Overview
The teacher population of 399 teachers has declined by 44% over five years.
Diablo Valley College
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Year Founded
1949
Campus Size
100 acres
Total Faculty
399 staff
72 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Diablo Valley College has declined by 7% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 43:1 has increased from 27:1 over five years.
The Diablo Valley College diversity score of 0.77 is more than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
17,228 students
6,838 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
43:1
44:1
# Full-Time Students
6,303 students
1,022 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
10,925 students
5,816 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
17,228 students
2,055 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
6,303 students
967 students
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
10,925 students
5,850 students
% Asian
21%
12%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Hispanic
29%
46%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Black
6%
7%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% White
29%
23%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Two or more races
9%
5%
% Non Resident races
3%
1%
% Unknown races
2%
6%
Diversity Score
0.77
0.71
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
47%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$44,600
$34,300
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $1,298 is more than the state average of $1,238. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,038 is more than the state average of $6,634. The out-state tuition has declined by 21% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,298
$1,238
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,038
$6,634
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
61%
85%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,500
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,000
$6,272
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Diablo Valley College is one of three publicly supported two-year community colleges in the Contra Costa Community College District. The main campus is located off Interstate 680 in Pleasant Hill, California and twenty miles east of UC Berkeley. A new San Ramon Valley Campus in Dougherty Valley is currently under construction and is scheduled to open its doors to students in January of 2007. DVC also has a center in downtown Walnut Creek. DVC has developed into one of California's most successful transfer institutions, sending nearly 2,000 students each year to highly-rated colleges and universities. At the same time, DVC has created an array of excellent occupational programs, which prepare students for direct entry into the workforce. Diablo Valley College is accredited by the Accrediting Commissions for Community and Junior Colleges of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). The college operates under a semester calendar. The Career and Employment Services Center is located in the Technical Education building and offers students a spacious environment with the latest materials and technology. This area houses the CalWORKs Program, Career Development Services, Job Placement Services, Volunteer Services, and Workability III.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Diablo Valley College cost?
Diablo Valley College's tuition is approximately $1,298 for In-State students and $7,038 for Out-State students.
What is Diablo Valley College's ranking?
Diablo Valley College ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Diversity in US community colleges and Largest student body.
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