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ESL Courses

Learn about the English as a Second Language placement process and course sequences at Diablo Valley College.

Reaching for the Stars: A DVC Student’s Path from Stargazer to Scholar

Bonnie Chi rekindled her passion for astronomy and turned to DVC to deepen her knowledge and pursue her lifelong dream of exploring the stars.

Puente Gives Stephanie Confidence to Achieve Her Dreams

As a high school senior, Stephanie Ramos Navarro had no idea what she wanted out of life. She was certain that she wanted to pursue an education but was unclear which direction to take. And she was about to be the first (out of 32 grandchildren) in her family to set foot on a college campus. After sharing her uncertainty and fears with her teachers at Ygnacio Valley High School, she was guided to DVC. “They helped me understand my alternatives, and within a few months, I registered as a full-time student.”

For Jordan Davis DVC Felt Like Home The Moment He Stepped On Campus

Jordan Davis explored multiple community colleges before choosing Diablo Valley College. It was a meeting with Football Coach, Mike Darr, that convinced Jordan that DVC was the right place to achieve his goals. “When he told me to come meet him at the school it felt like home from the moment I stepped on campus.”

This DVC Economics Major Finds a Wealth of Wisdom at DVC

Following his graduation from San Ramon Valley High School in June of 2022, Humza Madinawala found himself at a crossroads.

EOPS/CARE + CalWORKs & Foster Youth FAQ

Frequently asked questions related to EOPS/CARE, CalWORKS & Foster Youth Services.

75 Years of Success - How DVC Transformed the Lives of Alumni Across Generations

DVC celebrates its 75th anniversary with alumni stories that recognize the college's impact on students, employers, and the community.

DVC Procedure 3025.02

The purpose of DVC Procedure 3025.02 is to regulate advertising, solicitation, sales and distribution of commercial materials on campus by students, individuals and outside organizations. The enforcement of this Procedure will ensure a campus environment conducive to student learning.

Mom & DACA Student Finds Stability with a Tech Major

DVC alumna Wendy Karen Gomez Flores always wanted to work in the tech industry and in business management.

From Abroad to Belonging: An International Student Finds His Place and Purpose at DVC

An international student’s journey from abroad to belonging—discover how DVC helped him find purpose, community and a place to call home.