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Palo Verde College

Blythe, CA·Public·https://www.paloverde.edu/

Campus Identity

Very Safe

Palo Verde College is a public community college in Blythe, CA. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Palo Verde College is a public community college in Blythe, CA. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$1,288
In-State Tuition
$9,884
Out-of-State Tuition
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Rural setting

Beach Access

158 miles

Chula Vista, CA

Weather

Hot Climate

67°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

134 mi away
240 skiable acres10 lifts
134 mi away
198 skiable acres8 lifts
142 mi away
240 skiable acres12 lifts

Nearest Beach

Chula Vista, CA

Ocean access within 157.6 miles

158 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Blythe, CA

55°Jan58°Feb65°Mar72°Apr81°May88°Jun94°Jul93°Aug87°Sep74°Oct63°Nov52°Dec

Station: BLYTHE · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

100/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety100100100
100/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
100/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

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.

Tuition
$1,288$9,884
Total
$1,288$9,884
In-StateOut-of-State

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

39 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
163 grads/yr
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied ProfessionsCertificate
111 grads/yr
Precision Metal WorkingCertificate
58 grads/yr
Biological and Physical SciencesAssociate's
41 grads/yr
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, OtherAssociate's
40 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's163 grads
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
Certificate111 grads
Precision Metal Working
Certificate58 grads
Biological and Physical Sciences
Associate's41 grads
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Associate's40 grads
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate29 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's26 grads
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
Certificate22 grads
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services
Certificate19 grads
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Certificate15 grads

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 Palo Verde College located?

Palo Verde College is located in Blythe, CA. The main campus address is One College Drive, Blythe, CA. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Palo Verde College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Palo Verde College charges $1,288/year for in-state students and $9,884/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $9,884/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Palo Verde College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Palo Verde College the right fit for me?

Whether Palo Verde College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($9,884/year out-of-state), campus culture in Blythe, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Palo Verde College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Palo Verde College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Blythe, CA
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Hot · 67°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
100/100
Nearest Airport
Blythe, CA (BLH) · 5 mialso HII (65 mi), YUM (70 mi)

Location

Blythe, CA

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.