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Undocumented Students FAQ

Questions about your access to college if you are undocumented? Get the answers you need start DREAMing at DVC!

The New Normal - Retraining and Upskilling for a Flexible Future

Recent studies show that working adults and adult learners are seeking greater flexibility both at work and in the way they learn. At DVC, students can enroll in a growing number of degree or certificate programs offered fully online. This can make it easier to incorporate education into a busy schedule that includes work and family obligations.

How To Guides For Student Success

Choose from our how-to guides to learn how to apply to DVC, start taking classes, complete assessment placement and much more!

All Other New Students

None of the above apply to me, and I haven’t attended DVC, LMC or CCC in the past year.

DVC Breaks the Code on Next Gen Computer Careers

Find out how DVC is helping students enrolled in computer science, computer information systems (CIS) and computer network technology (CNT) develop job-ready skills that are sought by area employers!

Paving Her Own Path: How DVC’s Anna Kuzmenko Unlocked a New Career in Real Estate

Anna Kuzmenko began at DVC in 2020 to study programming, aiming for a computer science degree to explore software development. However, along the way she uncovered a new passion—one that would change her path entirely.

DVC students excel at the 2021 CLTAC Chinese Speech Contest!

In March 2021, students from Diablo Valley College participated in the 45th Chinese Mandarin Speech Contest which was held virtually. The contest is hosted by The Chinese Language Teachers Association of California (CLTAC). CLTAC is the largest nonprofit association of its kind in the country with a mission to promote the study, teaching, and research of the Chinese language and culture on all educational levels. Its annual Mandarin Speech Contest boasts of a long history since 1960s. It has become an annual pageant of Chinese education in the region. The event was sponsored by Monterey Bay Chinese Association, Cheng & Tsui, and Foreign Language Association of Northern California (FLANC).

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.

Is College Worth it? These DVC Students Say Yes, and Here’s Why

The support Guydon-Off received inspired him to help other students have a more positive experience, leading him to become a student ambassador for DVC. “I helped students apply and register for classes. In addition to working with students who recently completed high school, I also helped adults who were returning to college or starting college for the first time. I assisted students who spoke a language other than English. I helped mothers with children, adults wanting a career change, and unhoused people seeking opportunity. I experienced the diversity of the student body, as well as the sacrifices people made to be able to enroll in college,” said Guydon-Off.

Location is Everything: DVC is the Right Place to Chart Your Path to a Career in GIS/GPS

Navigate your way to a career in geography focusing on geographic information systems (GIS) / global positioning systems (GPS) like these successful DVC alums!