- San Joaquin Delta College is a public community college in Stockton, California. It was founded in 1935 as Stockton Junior College. The college serves a district area that includes all of San Joaquin County and parts of Alameda, Calaveras, Sacramento, and Solano counties.
School Highlights
San Joaquin Delta College serves 23,408 students (57% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 33:1 is higher than the state community college average of 32:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 77%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 23,408 students
- In-state tuition: $1,104
- Out-state tuition: $6,432
- Student-teacher ratio: 33:1
- Minority enrollment: 85%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
San Joaquin Delta College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 703 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
San Joaquin Delta College
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Traditional
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Colors
White, Black, Gold
Total Faculty
703 staff
315 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of San Joaquin Delta College has grown by 28% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 33:1 has decreased from 60:1 over five years.
The San Joaquin Delta College diversity score of 0.68 is less than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
23,408 students
9,796 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
33:1
32:1
# Full-Time Students
13,422 students
1,259 students
# Part-Time Students
9,986 students
8,537 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
234 students
242 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
13,422 students
1,250 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
63 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
9,986 students
8,299 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
121 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
21%
13%
% Hispanic
48%
47%
% Black
8%
7%
% White
15%
23%
% Hawaiian
1%
1%
% Two or more races
6%
5%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
1%
3%
Diversity Score
0.68
0.70
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
29%
42%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
43%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,300
$34,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $1,104 is less than the state average of $1,516. The in-state tuition has declined by 14% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,432 is less than the state average of $6,779. The out-state tuition has declined by 29% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,104
$1,516
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,432
$6,779
Tuition Notes
$1,104 per semester for residents; $9,696 per semester for non-residents
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
75%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$8,617
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,750
$6,239
Acceptance Rate
n/a
93%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does San Joaquin Delta College cost?
San Joaquin Delta College's tuition is approximately $1,104 for In-State students and $6,432 for Out-State students.
What is San Joaquin Delta College's ranking?
San Joaquin Delta College ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Largest student body.
In what neighborhood is San Joaquin Delta College located?
San Joaquin Delta College is located in the Lakeview neighborhood of Stockton, CA. There are 2 other community '.colleges.' located in Lakeview.
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