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AB 540 Resources

Access financial aid and transfer resource information for undocumented AB 540 eligible students!

Career and Counseling

Career and counseling courses can help you with job exploration, educational planning, and essential career skills. You can also earn college credits for work you are already doing through our work experience courses.

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!

DREAMers Support

Learn more about financial aid and support available to DREAMers and undocumented students at DVC!

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!

First Year Experience (FYE) Program

First Year Experience (FYE): Crafted for first-time college students to ease the high school-to-college transition. Be a part of our supportive community at DVC!

Accommodation Disputes

The college has adopted a policy and set of procedures specifically for handling accommodation disputes. This page gives information on the procedure to follow if you have a complaint.

Free Tuition Programs

DVC offers several programs that enable students to receive free tuition! Learn more to find out if you qualify!

Early Childhood Education

DVC's Early Childhood Education program prepares students for rewarding careers in teaching and childcare through hands-on experience and professional training.

Horticulture

Start your horticulture career at DVC! Gain practical skills for roles like arborist, plant scientist, master grower, nursery and greenhouse manager or an entrepreneur in the arboriculture or cannabis industries. Earn certificates or transfer to a 4-year college.