Fall class registration is open! Classes begin on August 25. Search the online schedule for in-person, hybrid & online classes. 

Fall Schedule

Welcome Day 

Welcome Day at our Pleasant Hill and San Ramon campuses is all about YOU—our newest Vikings starting at DVC in Fall 2025. Explore the campus, find your classrooms, connect with new friends, and discover all the awesome resources here to support you. Join us for a day full of energy, information, and fun—we can’t wait to welcome you!

Due to limited space, we kindly ask that only incoming DVC students attend. We truly appreciate the support of parents and supporters and thank you for your understanding.

If you have a special circumstance, please contact Sonja Nilsen at snilsen@dvc.edu.

Pleasant Hill

  • Monday, August 18, 2025
  • 8:30 a.m.

San Ramon

  • Saturday, August 23, 2025
  • 9:45 a.m.
“Coming to DVC I saved money, made friends and took all my lower division coursework. And I realized that I’m surrounded by people who are doing amazing things and by students who will, in a few years, be involved with leading this country. That inspires me!”

Ivan Hernandez Computer Science Graduate and Student Trustee at the Contra Costa Community College District

Welcome Day

First Year Experience (FYE) Program


Starting college can be both stressful and exciting, but as part of the DVC First Year Experience (FYE) community, you have support. Learn more about FYE Learning Community cohorts!