Diablo Valley College Outcomes

DVC graduates carry a median debt of $10,021, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 0.20 compared to first-year median earnings of $29,837. Monthly loan payments of $106 represent only 4.3% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The college's strong ties to Bay Area employers help explain the 83.1% employment rate and relatively high earnings potential. Many graduates transfer to four-year universities or enter healthcare, business, and technical fields where community college credentials provide solid entry points. With 93.5% of students staying in-state, most benefit from California's robust job market and higher wage scales. This represents a strong return on investment for career-focused students.