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DVC students excel at the 2021 CLTAC Chinese Speech Contest!

In March 2021, students from Diablo Valley College participated in the 45th Chinese Mandarin Speech Contest which was held virtually. The contest is hosted by The Chinese Language Teachers Association of California (CLTAC). CLTAC is the largest nonprofit association of its kind in the country with a mission to promote the study, teaching, and research of the Chinese language and culture on all educational levels. Its annual Mandarin Speech Contest boasts of a long history since 1960s. It has become an annual pageant of Chinese education in the region. The event was sponsored by Monterey Bay Chinese Association, Cheng & Tsui, and Foreign Language Association of Northern California (FLANC).

Alcohol and Drug Policy

The DVC Student Code of Conduct (Section III.B.12) prohibits the "possession, consumption, sale, distribution or delivery of any alcoholic beverage in college buildings or on college grounds, or at college-sponsored or supervised activities, regardless of their location, unless authorized by college officials."

Apply to the Dental Hygiene Program

Apply to the Dental Hygiene Program at Diablo Valley College!

International FAQ

The International Students office has prepared a list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ).

International Transfer Academic Program (1+1+2 Pathway)

Discover DVC’s 1+1+2 transfer program for international students—start online from home, spend one year at DVC, then transfer to a top U.S. university. Save money, get personalized support, and build a strong academic foundation for your F1 visa. Starting Fall 2025.

Grow Your Horticulture Career at DVC

“Our program has evolved to meet the needs of the local community and job market. Many students who take horticulture classes plan on going into their own business. We also have many students who go on to complete a bachelor’s degree,” said Bethallyn Black, lead faculty for the horticulture and plant science program at DVC.

ASDVC Bylaws

DVC Associated Students Organization Bylaws