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San Joaquin Delta College
Stockton, California · Public community college
Address: 5151 Pacific Ave, Stockton, CA 95207 · Phone: (209) 954-5151 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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San Joaquin Delta College is a public trade and career school in Stockton, California, offering auto mechanic, welding, and electrician programs, accredited by the ACCJC.
San Joaquin Delta College has a 34.5% completion rate, below the state average of 64.2%, with median graduate debt of $7,500 and median earnings of $43,212 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for San Joaquin Delta College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid can be used here, and about 25.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $38,180 | $64,980 | $77,060 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $44,520 | $58,060 | $70,400 |
| Electricians | $46,800 | $76,160 | $103,000 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $37,380 | $64,500 | $81,040 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $47,180 | $73,950 | $84,740 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $70,210 | $121,260 | $137,770 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in California (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 50 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 29 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 22 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Associate degree | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 10 | not reported | $37,568 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
San Joaquin Delta College is a public community college in Stockton, California, accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (with the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing accrediting its nursing programs). Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The campus awards trade credentials across 14 program families, with the most completions in auto mechanic schools (93), welding schools (39), and electrician schools (24).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 34.5%, which is below the state average of 64.2%. Among graduates, median debt is $7,500 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $43,212. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 25.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of lower-income enrollment. Total undergraduate enrollment is 15,781, with 183 trade program completers reported.
This campus may suit students seeking hands-on trade training within a large community college setting, particularly in automotive, welding, or electrical work, though program length details are not reported here. Adults considering a career change should weigh the below-average completion rate against the relatively low graduate debt and confirm current program lengths and schedules directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and outcome data independently, check the ACCJC and ACEN accreditor listings and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard entry for this institution before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
San Joaquin Delta College offers 14 trade program families, with the most completions in auto mechanic schools, welding schools, and electrician schools. Other listed families include culinary, diesel mechanic, and radiology tech programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, with its nursing programs accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 34.5%, which is below the California state average of 64.2%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $7,500, according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $43,212, per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for current tuition and fees.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
San Joaquin Delta College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and public accountability standards.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (209) 954-5151 or visit its website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation status through ACCJC and ACEN, and review official outcome data via the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the linked URL.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers trade programs like auto mechanics, welding, and electrical work in a large-city community college setting, but specific scheduling or program-length data for adult learners is not reported here; contact the school to confirm fit.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach San Joaquin Delta College at (209) 954-5151 or through its website, https://www.deltacollege.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Federal data for this listing does not include comparative information on nearby schools; check the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across institutions.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.