Campus Identity
Diablo Valley College is a public community college in Pleasant Hill, CA. The nearest beach is about 28 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 83/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
At a Glance
Diablo Valley College is a public community college in Pleasant Hill, CA. The nearest beach is about 28 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 83/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Campus Lifestyle
School Size & Setting
10,000–19,999
Suburban setting
Beach Access
28 miles
Ocean Beach SF, CA
Weather
Warm Climate
59°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
California
California
California
Nearest Beach
Ocean Beach SF, CA
Ocean access within 28.1 miles
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Pleasant Hill, CA
Station: CONCORD WASTEWATER PLANT · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.
Cost Breakdown
Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.
| Cost Item | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $1,288 | $8,988 |
| Fees | $24 | $24 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $1,312 | $9,012 |
These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.
Calculate Your Net PriceFields of Study
140 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Diablo Valley College located?
Diablo Valley College is located in Pleasant Hill, CA. The main campus address is 321 Golf Club Rd, Pleasant Hill, CA. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.
How much does it cost to attend Diablo Valley College?
For the 2023–24 academic year, Diablo Valley College charges $1,288/year for in-state students and $8,988/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $9,012/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Diablo Valley College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
Is Diablo Valley College the right fit for me?
Whether Diablo Valley College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($8,988/year out-of-state), campus culture in Pleasant Hill, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Diablo Valley College against similar schools side-by-side.
Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Diablo Valley College directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Public
- Location
- Pleasant Hill, CA
- Size
- 10,000–19,999
- Degrees Offered
- Associate's, Certificates
- School Year Weather
- Warm · 59°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 83/100
- Nearest Airport
- Concord, CA (CCR) · 2 mialso OAK (19 mi), SUU (22 mi)
Location
Pleasant Hill, CA