San Joaquin Delta College
About San Joaquin Delta College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
San Joaquin Delta College teaches in Stockton, in the delta country of central California, and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. The sciences, psychology and business are its largest programs.
Founded
1935
Location
Stockton, California
Students
15,781
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
34.5%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,180
Out-of-state: $9,772
Avg Net Price
$2,407
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$43,212
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
34.5% complete their degree within three years
Retention
68.4%
Transfer Out
8%
Teaching Quality
40:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
46.7%
$/Student
$4.5K
Class Size
Large
The 34.5% graduation rate is below average, but 68.4% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$1,180
In-State
$9,772
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$2,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$9,965
After Financial Aid
$2,407
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$1,291
Receive Grants
25.2%
Take Loans
1%
Tuition is $1,180/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $2,407.
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 San Joaquin Delta College fund their education.
While in School
25.2%
Get Grants
Free money
1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$16,969
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$7,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$80/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $7,500, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends San Joaquin Delta College.
Gender
59.6%
Female
40%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
15,781
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
56.4%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
25.1%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 60% of the student body. 56.4% 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
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
15,781
Students
community
Institution
Medium
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
San Joaquin Delta College fields 13 varsity teams with 399 student athletes, about 3% of the student body.
Division
CCCAA
California Community College Athletic Association
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
13
Biggest: Track and Field (Outdoor)
Student Athletes
399
3% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
60% / 40%
239
Men
160
Women
10
Men's Teams
11
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of San Joaquin Delta Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$43,212
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$32K
1226 grads
1yr Earnings
Biological and Physical Sciences
$65K
445 grads
4yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$39K
231 grads
4yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
$43K
158 grads
4yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$98K
126 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$58K
118 grads
4yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $34K six years out, growing to $43K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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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.