College Level Educational Opportunities
In the Coachella Valley and Eastern County

The Desert area of Riverside County has a significant range of educational opportunities for those seeking further employment training, as well as an advanced academic education and college degree(s). 

There are two Desert Community College which offer employment related vocational courses and general academic curriculum credits for transfer to four-year institutions.  Students can choose to pursue an Associate Degree in a wide range of study and employment career fields.

The Chapman University College, both the California State University and University of California systems are represented with campuses centrally located in the Coachella Valley.  Visit their websites for a listing of courses and degree programs offered.

County Employees enjoy the unique benefits of an Educational Support Program which can provide tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment.

Public Colleges and Universities in the Coachella Valley: 

College of the Desert
43-500 Monterey Avenue
Palm Desert, Ca 92260
(760) 776-7286

California State University, San Bernardino, Palm Desert Campus
37-500 Cook St.
Palm Desert, CA 92211
(760) 341-2883

University of California, Riverside, Palm Desert campus
75-080 Frank Sinatra Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92211
(760) 408-0246

Private Colleges and Universities:

 Chapman University College – Coachella Valley Campus
42-600 Cook St., Suite 134
Palm Desert,  CA   92211
(760) 341-8051

Blythe Area Community College: 

Palo Verde College
One College Drive
Blythe, CA 92225
(760) 921-5500