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Transfer Application Dates and Deadlines

Find out about important application dates and deadlines for transfer students!

It’s Just the Beginning for Ivan Hernandez

While attending Ygnacio Valley High School, Ivan Hernandez learned about DVC’s award-winning transfer programs. After hearing that he could complete two years of classes at the college and receive dedicated support with transferring to a university to finish his bachelor’s degree, he was sold. “I found out that DVC provides lots of different resources to students to pursue higher education. It became clear that it’s a great place to learn and explore.”

Generational Success: Grandmother and Grandson Find Common Ground and Thrive at DVC

Even though Manny and Martha had different reasons for attending college at different life stages, this grandson and grandmother duo are thriving at DVC.

EOPS Summer Institute

DVC's Summer Institute is a six-week program to prepare high school graduates, and students entering their senior year, for the transition from high school to college.

Associate Degrees for Transfer

Learn more about Associate Degrees for Transfer guarantee admission to CSUs as well as participating HBCUs and private colleges!

You are Never Too Old to Set Another Goal or to Dream a New Dream

Aikisha Reeves started her college journey at DVC as a high school graduate in 1999 but an unexpected event cut that journey short. “My first attempt at DVC ended abruptly because I unexpectedly went into premature labor.” Aikisha’s priorities naturally needed to shift when she became a young mother caring for a premature baby. It was almost fifteen years later that Aikisha decided to give DVC another try. “I was seeking a career change but found that advancement opportunities were very narrow without a proper degree so, my desire to further my education evolved.”

The DVC Speech and Debate Team has won the California State Championships

This marks not only the first time in DVC’s history that the team has won the State Championship, but also the first time for any school in Northern California in more than 45 years.

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.

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.

Where First-Gen STEM Students Thrive: Bruna’s DVC Journey

Meet Bruna, a DVC biology student who found community, STEM support and leadership opportunities through Puente, EOPS, MESA and the Ambassador Program.