PUMA Center
Unleash your potential at DVC’s PUMA center! Join Puente, Umoja, & MESA communities for academic and career support, and new friendships!
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Sociology
The sociology program explores society's structure and dynamics, preparing students for careers in social work, public policy, and criminal justice, or transfer to a four-year university.
Geography
Geography is an interdisciplinary study style program at DVC preparing you to work in private, government or non-profit settings. This growing field has many career options, including geographic information systems (GIS), global positioning systems (GPS), social and cultural geography and drone technology.
UC Resources
Learn everything you'll need to know to successfully transfer from DVC to a University of California (UC) campus to earn your bachelor's degree, and read more about Transfer Agreement Guarantees (TAG)!
Psychology
DVC's psychology program builds critical thinking skills and explores human behavior, preparing you for a rewarding career helping others and improving community well-being.
Dental Hygiene
DVC has one of the most respected & affordable dental hygiene degree programs in the SF Bay Area. Get hands-on experience in our Community Dental Hygiene Clinic!
Film, Television & Electronic Media
The FTVE program welcomes all media creators and can prepare students for immediate employment in film production and post-production, television and electronic media.
Construction
DVC's Construction Program is an excellent choice for anyone exploring the diverse career paths and opportunities within the construction industry, including building inspection, management, supervision and superintendency. Our pre-appenticeship program will get you set on a path to earn certifications in skilled trades.