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Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress Grid

Check the DVC Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Grid to ensure you are completing the number of units you need to maintain your financial aid eligibility.

Lab Coats and Low Costs: Building Biology Careers with Dr. Fein at DVC

Dr. Matthew Fein once wondered what was next as a community college student—now he teaches anatomy, physiology and microbiology at DVC San Ramon.

From Abroad to Belonging: An International Student Finds His Place and Purpose at DVC

An international student’s journey from abroad to belonging—discover how DVC helped him find purpose, community and a place to call home.

From DVC to PhD, Kortney Stern is Following Her Dreams

As a struggling high school student Kortney Stern had a hard time picturing herself ever attending college let alone someday earning a PhD. But that's exactly what unfolded for this first-generation college graduate who attributes DVC with her rewarding career direction, her confidence to earn advanced degrees and her success as a college instructor.

DVC Students Make Waves: Impressive Showcase at the National Chinese Expo of Student Works

In November 2023, six students from DVC’s Chinese program entered the National Chinese Expo of Student Works. The objective of this event is to provide students with a platform to show their talents as well as their experience in learning the target language.

Championing Student Potential: Cassondra Reinsel’s Story of Equity and Impact

As Dean of Student Equity and Engagement, Cassondra Reinsel fosters an inclusive campus climate where all students can access support and thrive.

It’s Never Too Late: A Mother’s Journey Back to College and Into Community Health

Lisa credits DVC's CHW program and it's instructors for giving her the support she needed to stay in class, on track and succeed as an adult learner.

Art Complex

DVC’s Art Complex unites art and digital media programs, fostering creativity, collaboration, and career growth in a dynamic space.

Celebrating Title IX - 37 Words that Changed America

DVC celebrates and honors the 50th anniversary of the landmark federal legislation referred to as Title IX. According to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights website, Title IX states, “No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.”

Financial Aid Repeat Coursework Policy

Learn more about the Contra Costa Community College District Financial Aid Repeat Coursework Policy.