The International Students Academic Bridge program is a Student Success Learning Community Cohort for new international students who want a head start.
Student Success Learning Community Cohort
Upon completion of the Academic Bridge Program, international students will be integrated into the general international students population at DVC, and continue to receive follow up services, such as counseling and tutoring support.
8 week intensive program for transferable university credits!
Available sessions:
- 8-week fall session: October - December
8 week spring session: March - May
Everything You Need to Know
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- Soft landing/smooth transition to full-time studies
- Priority registration
- Academic support, tutoring and small study sessions
- Dedicated counseling/educational planning orientation
- Advising from International Student Office
- Workshops, peer mentorship, activities
- Campus tours/transfer to 4-year university support
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- Spring: February 1 (overseas); March 1 (transfers)
- Fall: September 1 (overseas); October 1 (transfers)
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7 units - UC/CSU Transferable
- Cultural Anthropology (ANTHR-130) – 3 units
- History of the US after 1865 (HIST- 121)- 3 Units
- New Student Success Strategies (COUNS-100) – 1 Unit
Costs and classes subject to change.
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- Completed DVC application
- Copy of valid passport
- Bank statement
- Proof of English proficiency (TOEFL 57 IBT or 500 iTP, IELTS 5.5, Duolingo 90, or ITEP 3.5)
- 18 years of age or at least 16 or 17 with proof of high school completion