International Students
Welcome to Diablo Valley College! Whether you're ready to apply or are currently an international student, we're here to support you.
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New Students - Apply Now!
Big futures start at DVC! Begin the application process for international students today!
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International Student Resources
We're so glad you're here! Prepare for arrival and explore resources for international students.
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Got Questions?
We've got answers to your questions about visas, housing, registration, and more!
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International Student Academic Bridge Program
The International Students Academic Bridge program is a Student Success Learning Community Cohort for new international students.
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EducationUSA Academy
EducationUSA Academy is a two-week intensive business/entrepreneurship academic prep program in the San Francisco Bay Area for international high school students.
Important dates
Mark your calendars with important upcoming dates!
Spring 2024
- Applications open: March 1, 2023
- Application deadline: students outside the US: Dec. 1, 2023
- Application deadline: students in the U.S. (transfers): Jan. 10, 2024
- Mandatory check-in day: Jan. 17, 2024
- Classes begin: Jan. 22, 2024
Connect with us
Contact us
- Location: SSC-264 (campus map)
- Email: iso@dvc.edu
- Phone: 925-969-2196
- Fax: 925-691-9503
Hours
- Monday: 9 am - 5 pm
- Tuesday: 9 am - 5 pm
- Wednesday: 9 am - 5 pm
- Thursday: 9 am - 5 pm
- Friday: 9 am - 1 pm
ISO Advisor Drop-in Hours
- Wednesday: 10 am - 1 pm
- Thursday: 1 pm - 4 pm
If you need to meet with an advisor outside of these hours, please email us at iso@dvc.edu
You may also contact one of DVC's official representatives in your home country/region for help!
Holiday & extended hours
- January 12 extended hours: 9 am - 3 pm
- January 15: College closed for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
- January 22-26 extended hours:
- M-Th: 9 am - 6 pm
- Friday: 9 am - 3 pm
- February 2 extended hours: 9 am - 3 pm
- February 16: Closed for Lincoln's Birthday
- February 19: Closed for Washington's Birthday
- April 26 extended hours: 9 am - 3 pm
- May 27: Closed for Memorial Day
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