San Ramon Campus Counseling

The San Ramon campus has both in-person and online counseling appointments.

Whether your goal is to obtain an associate degree, transfer to a university, or continue in your own professional development, our counselors will guide you in developing a plan to help you achieve your goals.

Meeting regularly with a counselor is one of the keys to enhancing your success at DVC. Please come and see us soon!

Appointment Information - Fall 2023

Appointments are reserved for current DVC students who need to develop or update an education plan, or discuss career/transfer goals. Please Remember: All Students will be asked to show a physical Photo ID when meeting with a counselor.

  • DVC counselor with student.To schedule an appointment and meet with a counselor, use the SRC Online Appointment System. You may also call the SRC Counseling Office: 925-551-6209 for assistance in scheduling an appointment. Note: Athletes, Veterans & EOPS students must call to schedule an appointment.
  • Transcript Evaluation: Students who have taken courses at other colleges/universities should submit their official transcript(s) to DVC Admissions and request a transcript evaluation by phone 925-551-6209, or in person to schedule a "transcript evaluation" appointment. Transcripts must be submitted to Admissions & Records (A&R) two-weeks prior to a counseling appointment.  Counseling appointments will be rescheduled if the transcript has not been submitted in advance of the counseling appointment.
  • Maximum Time Frame (MTF) Appeals: Students who need a counseling appointment for Financial Aid - Maximum Time Frame (MTF) appeals can schedule an appointment by phone 925-551-6209, or in person. 
  • Current High School: HS students concurrently enrolled in college courses are not eligible for appointments with college counselors.  HS students still need to meet with their HS counselor or principal's office for college planning. 
  • Incoming freshman: Who have completed a Counseling 95 course may visit drop-in counseling over the summer for quick questions, and to schedule appointments once the Fall semester begins.  If you are a graduating high school student sign up for Couns 95: Educational Planning for New Students

DROP-IN'S: Are used for quick check-ins about DVC deadlines, procedures, major, class, or program info. SRC offers in-person, zoom, and phone drop-in sessions, that allow students to meet with a counselor for 10-15 minutes on a first come first served basis.  All students taking DVC courses are eligible to drop-in for a quick chat. 

  • To sign up for a virtual drop-in session, use the Online Appointment System or call the Counseling Office at 925-551-6209 to be added to the drop-in list.

Wellness Counseling & Resources

DVC counselors are here to support you. Learn more about Wellness Counseling and Additional Resources.

DVC is excited to offer a new telehealth program for students called TimelyCare. This FREE service provides access to 24/7 medical and mental telehealth care with TimelyMD. Get on-demand support from counselors, doctors, nurse practitioners and more, right at your fingertips! Free 24/7 online medical or mental health support through TimelyCare.

Additional Counseling Resources