The Financial Aid Office is open for remote services

The Financial Aid Office remains closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but the office is OPEN for remote and online services.

Checking your status
To check your financial aid status, please click the Financial Aid tile on InSite, click on Financial Aid home, and review your Checklist.

If you have any questions about your status, you can call our office at (925)969-2009.  Be advised that due to high call volume, you can expect extended hold times.  Your patience is appreciated as all calls are taken in the order received.

How to submit documents
If you need to submit required documents, please scan and email the documents to financialaid@dvc.edu using your student InSite email account. Documents submitted from personal email addresses are not accepted. Average response time for document submission via email is 5-10 business days.

To ensure timely processing and avoid delays, make sure to email complete documents together and provide handwritten signatures where requested. Don’t have a scanner? Learn how to scan and email without a scanner.

Online services available
The following online resources are also available to get general information:

• Live Chat with a Financial Aid Assistant during hours listed on this page
• Penny, Finanical Aid Chatbot, available 24/7
• FATV Videos, 2-3 minute videos on various topics

Covid-19 Emergency Grant

Are you facing unexpected expenses as a direct result of the COVID-19 pandemic and the transition to remote classes and services? If so, you may be eligible for the COVID-19 Emergency Grant! Students enrolled for fall 2020 can apply for a one-time $500 grant to help with books, supplies, housing, food, transportation, technology needs, health care, child care and other costs. Don’t let a financial emergency keep you from completing your educational goals at DVC! Funds are limited! Apply now!