Welcome to Diablo Valley College! At DVC, we celebrate diversity and are committed to providing a supportive and enriching environment for students from around the globe.
If you're planning to get an F-1 visa or are currently studying in the US in F-1 status and would like to transfer to Diablo Valley College, follow our steps to enroll below. If you have questions, please contact one of DVC’s official representatives in your home country or region, or reach out to DVC's International Student Office.
Find Your Program
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When you apply, you'll get to choose an interest area and select the degree or certificate you want to complete at DVC. Not sure yet? No problem! Learn more about our five interest areas and programs via the button below.
Academic Interest Areas
Apply to DVC
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Submit your application to become a student at Diablo Valley College.
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HOT TIP: Once your application for admission is accepted, you will be assigned a new college email address. We recommend forwarding your college emails to your personal email address. Doing this can help make sure you don't miss important messages about your financial aid, class schedule and more! Learn how to forward your emails.
Get An Earlier Class Registration Date
Want to sign up for classes faster? Complete your online orientation, placement process and educational plan to get an early registration date!
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Prepare for your DVC student experience in our self-paced, online orientation for international students! Get tips to secure your visa, find housing, plan your class schedule, and more.
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In as little as five minutes, you can get help choosing the math and English courses that are best for you. No exams necessary!
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Develop a plan to achieve your career goals and map out your first two semesters at DVC.
Complete Your Educational Plan
Get Your Class Schedule
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Now that you have a plan, it’s time to put it into action! Register for your first-term classes in InSite. For step-by-step instructions, visit our How To Guides.
Remember, international students must enroll in at least 12 units (9 of which must be in-person or partially online). New international students are encouraged to register for COUNS-140: Student Success for International Students during their first semester.
Register for Classes
Report Your U.S. Arrival
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In order to report your arrival, you must update your local U.S. address in your InSite account and attend the mandatory check-in day event, required by law and held at the beginning of each term.
Information regarding the mandatory check-in day will be sent to you via email. Please ensure you have provided a current email address for an account that you check on a regular basis. We can't wait to see you there!
Review F-1 Requirements