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Welcome to PACE - Program for Adult College Education

Have you ever dreamed of a college education, but never got the chance because you have been working full-time, raising a family, or just never thought it was possible? Or, are you considering a change in employment or want to pursue a degree to improve your career options? 

The PACE Program at Diablo Valley College is designed specifically to support working adults, including stay-at-home parents, in pursuing an associate degree and/or transfer to a four year college/university. With our support, you can attain your goals, while balancing family, career, and scheduling demands.

PACE Informational Session

Come learn more about PACE before you apply and find out if its the program for you (Sign up HERE)

The PACE Program at DVC is ready to help you get started on your educational journey, apply now!

PACE Program Advantages and Benefits

• Reserved seating in impacted courses with dedicated PACE instructor
• Assigned dedicated counselors within the PACE program
• Focused curriculum to help students stay on track
• Mid-term success reports to help students track their academic progress
• PACE mentorship support provided
• Additional graduation ceremony for PACE students
• Access to transfer partner Universities that also have programs built for busy adults, including CSU East Bay, Saint Mary’s College, University of San Francisco, Western Governors University and more.

PACE Program Requirements

• Attend New PACE Student Orientation
• Enroll in Student Success course during first term (unless previously taken)
• Meet with PACE counselor every semester to create and maintain a Student Educational Plan
  

PLEASE NOTE:

*If you are needing two or three classes to complete your educational goal, this program is NOT for you.

Click below to see the two-year sequence of courses for each PACE Track:

• General Education Track
• Business Track  (NEW)

Once you complete your Associate degree, you have the option to pursue your Bachelor’s degree at one of our transfer partner Universities that also have programs built for busy adults, including CSU East Bay, SF State, and more.

Applying to PACE takes THREE easy steps:

Complete a DVC Application Click HERE
If you’re a current  DVC student, you can skip this step. 

Complete a PACE Application and sign up for a PACE orientation  (Summer/Fall 2021 application)
Just takes a few minutes.

Meet with a PACE Counselor
We’ll reach out to you after you submit your application for scheduling. 

Meet by phone or Zoom so your PACE counselor can help you build you educational plane and discuss your goals, especially if you want to transfer to a University after PACE.
*Important - Make sure to send us all your official transcripts from other colleges  to DVC prior to scheduling your PACE counseling appointment so we can give you credit for completed college courses.

OK, there’s actually a STEP FOUR. It’s optional, but we strongly recommend it:

Complete your FAFSA to see what financial aid you qualify for [CLICK HERE]
Most of our students don’t pay any tuition. 

And even if you don’t qualify, our enrollment fees are very affordable at $46 per unit for CA residents (or about $1,380 per year).  If you need help filling out the FAFSA, contact DVC Financial Aid Office for assistance.

 

For Employers

If you are an employer who is looking for a great program to help your employees achieve their goals, Click HERE