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Physics

Explore physics, the foundation of physical sciences and technology, with applications in solar power, medical imaging, and careers in labs, hospitals, and beyond.

Plumbing

Earn a wage while learning! DVC offers a five-year apprenticeship program in plumbing. Get hands-on training for an occupation that's always in demand.

Political Science

The political science program explores government, politics, and policy, preparing students for careers in law, public service, and advocacy or transfer to four-year schools.

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.

Public Health

The public health program prepares students to promote community health, prevent disease, and pursue careers in health education, advocacy, public safety, or transfer to four-year schools.

Mission & History

The college officially began offering classes in 1949 and the name Diablo Valley College was adopted in 1958. We've come a long way since those humble beginnings, enrolling over 1.5 million students since 1949!

Transfer Programs

Learn about transfer pathways that make it easier to transfer from DVC to a four-year college or university. And learn more about IGETC (Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum) and Cal-GETC (California General Education Transfer Curriculum).

Financial Aid

The DVC Financial Aid Office assists students who need help paying for college. Learn about FAFSA, CADAA, grants, scholarships, student loans, and more!

Arts, Communication & Language Student Center

The Arts, Communication & Language Student Center offers specialized resources and hands-on learning opportunities for students in arts, communication and language majors.

Business, Computer Science & Culinary Arts Student Center

Business, Computer Science & Culinary Arts Student Center offers specialized resources and hands-on learning opportunities for students in business, technology and culinary arts related majors.