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International students must purchase DVC's health insurance policy. Read more about the insurance fees and payment options for each semester.
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High School Counselors Conference
Annual gathering for high school counselors from high schools within the Diablo Valley College service area.
Journalism Isn’t Dying, It’s Evolving: Faculty Revive Program in the Era of Fake News
Andrea Madison had worked in retail management and hospitality for many years, but something nagged at her. She had always dreamt of becoming a writer. Just before her 30th birthday, Madison decided she was ready to make a change and pursue her life-long passion. She enrolled at DVC as a journalism major.
Garden and Greenhouse
Explore DVC's greenhouse and garden in Pleasant Hill. Visitors can harvest herbs and flowers in a serene, hands-on learning environment.
International Student Academic Bridge Program
The International Students Academic Bridge program is a Student Success Learning Community Cohort for new international students.
Hot Job Market Gives Dental Hygiene Grads Something to Smile About
“During my first year at DVC, I was at a crossroads. While at a dental cleaning appointment, my hygienist asked me about my goals. She told me how much she enjoyed being a dental hygienist. After that conversation, I looked into dental hygiene, and the rest is history,” said Michael Vu, a 2015 graduate of the DVC dental hygiene program.
Health Career Academy
Students have the rare opportunity to visit local healthcare facilities and learn essential healthcare skills. Offered at PHC & SRC
External Scholarships
Learn more about external scholarships offered by community organizations, local businesses, and private donors outside of DVC.
Welcome to Public Health
Public Health prepares students to promote community health, prevent disease, and pursue careers in health education, advocacy, or transfer to four-year schools.
Don’t Let Fear Stop You: DVC Student Parents Create New Opportunities for Themselves and their Families
A single parent with two daughters, Lanoie chose DVC to take steps towards a career in social work. She enrolled in DVC’s addiction studies program and will also earn an associate in arts for transfer (AD-T/AA-T) in psychology.