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!
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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!
TRIO Pre-College Programs
TRIO Educational Talent Search (ETS) & Upward Bound (UB) at DVC provides free college & career support for eligible middle & high school students. Apply today!
Educational Strategic Plan
DVC is developing a new Educational Strategic Plan for 2026-2031—revising the Mission, Vision & Values and establishing strategic goals and actions to serve as our roadmap for the next five years.
Free Tuition Programs
DVC offers several programs that enable students to receive free tuition! Learn more to find out if you qualify!
Educational Plan
Make the most of your time at Diablo Valley College. Your educational plan is a roadmap to which classes to take to achieve your goals.
MESA Program
The DVC Math, Engineering, Science Achievement (MESA) program offers crucial support to students aiming to transfer to four-year institutions for STEM careers.