Palo Verde College
About Palo Verde College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Palo Verde College teaches in Blythe, on the Colorado River at the California border, and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. It teaches a large share of its students inside the prisons of the surrounding desert.
Founded
1947
Location
Blythe, California
Students
3,381
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
30.5%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,288
Out-of-state: $12,880
Avg Net Price
$18,993
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$36,389
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
30.5% complete their degree within three years
Retention
51.7%
Transfer Out
6%
Teaching Quality
22:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
41.3%
$/Student
$8.2K
Class Size
Large
The 30.5% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$1,288
In-State
$12,880
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$2,178
Total Cost of Attendance
$25,212
After Financial Aid
$18,993
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$18,723
Receive Grants
11.6%
Take Loans
0%
Tuition is $1,288/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $18,993.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Palo Verde College fund their education.
While in School
11.6%
Get Grants
Free money
0%
Take Loans
Must repay
$14,998
Median Family Income
After Graduation
N/A
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
N/A
Monthly Payment
N/A
Default Rate
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Palo Verde College.
Gender
15.3%
Female
85%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,381
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
64%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
82.5%
Age 25+
Men make up the majority at 85% of the student body. 64% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Rural: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
3,381
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Palo Verde College fields 1 varsity team with 21 student athletes, about 1% of the student body.
Division
CCCAA
California Community College Athletic Association
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
1
Biggest: Basketball
Student Athletes
21
1% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
62% / 38%
13
Men
8
Women
1
Men's Teams
1
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Palo Verde Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$36,389
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
—
163 grads
Biological and Physical Sciences
—
41 grads
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
—
40 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
26 grads
Psychology, General
—
13 grads
Sociology
—
12 grads
Median earnings are $36K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.