Congratulations Class of 2025! DVC's Commencement Ceremony will be on Friday, May 23 at 5 pm. We can't wait to celebrate with you! Learn more about the big day and what to expect. 
 

Commencement Details

Financial Aid Tips for Veterans

If you are a veteran, you can receive education benefits through the GI Bill as well as federal and state financial aid.

In addition to your GI Bill, you may also qualify for the following financial aid programs:

  • Pell Grant— up to $7,395/year
  • Cal Grant – up to $1,648/year
  • Student Success Completion Grant— up to $8000/year
  • Chafee Grant (for former foster youth) – up to $5000/year
  • FSEOG Grant— up to $500/year
  • California Promise Grant— waives $46 per unit fee
  • Federal Work Study— on campus employment
  • Federal Student Loans—varies

FAFSA Tips for Veterans


Questions?

Contact Financial Aid Specialist and Financial Aid Veteran Liaison, Zuhal Rahmani (zrahmani@dvc.edu) or (925) 969-2099

Contact Us

Financial Aid Office

Pleasant Hill Student Services Center - SSC Room 107

Pleasant Hill Hours

Dec 16 - 19: M-TH 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Dec 20 - Jan 1: Closed for Winter Break
Jan 2 - 17: M-TH 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., F 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Jan 20: Closed for MLK Day
Jan 22 - Feb 7: M-TH 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., F 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Feb 10 - May 23: M-TH 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., F 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

San Ramon West Building - SRC W

San Ramon Hours

Dec 16 - 19: M-TH 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Dec 20 - Jan 1: Closed for Winter Break
Jan 2 - 17: M-TH 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., F Closed
Jan 20: Closed for MLK Day
Jan 22 - May 23: M-TH 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., F Closed