San Joaquin Delta College

5151 Pacific Ave
Stockton, CA 95207
Top-Ranked (2026-27): View Rankings

School Highlights

San Joaquin Delta College serves 20,969 students (45% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 77%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Enrollment: 20,969 students
  • In-state tuition: $1,104
  • Out-state tuition: $6,432
  • Minority enrollment: 87%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

San Joaquin Delta College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

Category
Attribute
Community Size

School Overview

The teacher population of 337 teachers has declined by 52% over five years.
San Joaquin Delta 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
1935
Campus Size
43 acres
Total Faculty
337 staff
72 staff
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of San Joaquin Delta College has grown by 15% over five years.
The San Joaquin Delta College diversity score of 0.71 is equal to the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
20,969 students
6,838 students

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Student-Teacher Ratio
62:1
44:1
# Full-Time Students
9,431 students
1,022 students

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Part-Time Students
11,538 students
5,816 students

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Enrollment Undergraduate
20,969 students
2,055 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
9,431 students
967 students

Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
11,538 students
5,850 students
% Asian
20%
12%

Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% Hispanic
47%
46%

Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% Black
7%
7%

Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% White
13%
23%

Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% Hawaiian
1%
n/a
% Two or more races
5%
5%
% Unknown races
6%
6%
Diversity Score
0.71
0.71

Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
29%
42%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,300
$34,300

Tuition & Financial Aid

The public in-state tuition of $1,104 is less than the state average of $1,238. The in-state tuition has declined by 14% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,432 is less than the state average of $6,634. The out-state tuition has declined by 29% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,104
$1,238
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,432
$6,634
Tuition Notes
$1,104 per semester for residents; $9,696 per semester for non-residents
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
59%
85%

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Median Debt for Graduates
$8,617
$10,500

Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,750
$6,272

Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

Sports

Colors
White, Black, Gold
School Mascot
Mustangs
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does San Joaquin Delta College cost?
San Joaquin Delta College's tuition is approximately $1,104 for In-State students and $6,432 for Out-State students.
What is San Joaquin Delta College's ranking?
San Joaquin Delta College ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Largest student body.
In what neighborhood is San Joaquin Delta College located?
San Joaquin Delta College is located in the Lakeview neighborhood of Stockton, CA. There are 2 other community '.colleges.' located in Lakeview.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Enrollment: 20,969 students
  • In-state tuition: $1,104
  • Out-state tuition: $6,432
  • Minority enrollment: 87%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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