Financial aid

Financial Aid

At Diablo Valley College, we want to make sure that no student feels they cannot attend because of cost. There are many options available to students who need partial or full financial aid. The mission of the Financial Aid Office is to inform all students of financial aid programs and provide financial aid assistance to eligible students in a timely, professional, and supportive manner.

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 may call our office at (925)969-2009.

How to submit documents
If you need to submit required forms or documents, please scan and upload them securely using the Document Uploader. Average response time for document submission via email is 5-10 business days. Don't have a scanner? Learn how to scan without a scanner.

Document Uploader

You may also fax forms to (925)691-1132 or mail documents to DVC Financial Aid Office, 321 Golf Club Road, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523. Please allow 2-3 weeks for processing.

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!

SparkPoint Financial Coaching

DVC has just launched SparkPoint Financial Counseling services. SparkPoint Contra Costa – DVC is a community based, non-profit organization designed to help individuals become financially sustainable.

Students can advance their knowledge on budgeting, credit, and overcoming financial challenges. Want to get started? Participate in workshops and financial and credit coaching! Learn more about how to get started with SparkPoint Contra Costa – DVC services.

Ways to help pay for college

Discover if you are eligible for grants, scholarships, loans, or work-study.

How to apply

Learn more about the process and types of applications available.

After you apply

Find out how to check your status, where to submit documents, and more.

Scholarships

Understand how to find and apply for scholarships.

Deadlines and payment schedules

Keep on top of application deadlines and payment schedules.

Policies

Find information about important financial aid policies.

Special circumstances

If you have a special circumstance (ex: a change in income) or qualify under a special status (ex: Foster Youth, Veteran, DREAMer) you may be eligible for additional financial aid.

Forms and tutorials

All financial aid forms, tutorials, and PDFs.

Workshops

Get help applying for different financial aid options or complete a required financial aid workshop.

Frequently asked questions

Looking for more information? Check out our FAQ page or search FATV for video answers.

All financial aid students are required to check their DVC student email account through InSite on a regular basis in order to receive notifications, file status updates, announcements, and further instructions from the Financial Aid Office. Follow the link for instructions on how to check your financial aid status through InSite.

Financial Aid school codes:

DVC FAFSA Federal School Code: 001191
DVC CA DREAM Act Application School Code: 00119100

Contact

Telephone: 925-969-2009

Email: financialaid@dvc.edu

Fax: 925-691-1132

Office location: SSC building, first floor Pleasant Hill campus map

Office location

Admissions and Records, San Ramon campus map

Office hours

Pleasant Hill campus

Special extended phone and live chat hours Tuesday, January 19th - Friday, February 5th.

	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
Phone Hours	8 am - 6 pm	8 am - 6 pm	8 am - 6 pm	8 am - 6 pm	8 am - 1 pm
Live Chat Hours	9 am - 12 pm 1 pm - 6 pm	9 am - 12 pm 1 pm - 6 pm	9 am - 12 pm 1 pm - 6 pm	9 am - 12 pm 1 pm - 6 pm	9 am - 12 pm

San Ramon campus

	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
Hours of Operation	Closed	Closed	9 am - 1 pm, 2 pm - 5 pm By remote appointment only	Closed	Closed