Diablo Valley College
Pleasant Hill, CA321 Golf Club Rd, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
925-685-1230
Diablo Valley College (DVC) is a public community college in Pleasant Hill, California. It is part of the Contra Costa Community College District and one of three community colleges serving Contra Costa County. DVC enrolls more than 22,000 students each semester and offers over 100 certificate and associate degree programs.
DVC was founded in 1949, and its main campus is located on a 154-acre (62 ha) site in Pleasant Hill. The college has two satellite campuses in San Ramon and Walnut Creek. The San Ramon campus houses the college's administrative offices and the Contra Costa County Sheriff's Academy, while the Walnut Creek campus is home to the college's culinary arts program.
DVC is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. The college's athletic teams are members of the Bay Valley Conference of the California Community College Athletic Association.
DVC offers a wide variety of academic and vocational programs. The college's academic programs include liberal arts and sciences, business, health sciences, and technology. The college's vocational programs include automotive technology, culinary arts, and welding.
DVC also offers a variety of student services, including counseling, tutoring, and financial aid. The college has an active student government and a variety of student clubs and organizations.
DVC is an affordable option for students seeking a quality education. The college's tuition and fees are among the lowest in the state, and the college offers a variety of financial aid options. DVC also offers a number of payment plan options, including a deferred payment plan and a no-interest payment plan.
DVC is committed to providing a quality education to all of its students. The college has a strong commitment to equity and inclusion, and its faculty and staff are dedicated to helping all students succeed.
Quick Facts
Enrollment: 18693
Type: Public, 2-year
Main Website: https://www.dvc.edu/
Financial Aid: https://www.dvc.edu/student-services/financial-aid/index.html