Diablo Valley College (DVC) has distinguished itself as one of the nation's most successful community colleges by offering incomparable transfer opportunities and exceptional career education programs and degrees to a diverse student body, while responding to an evolving need for robust adult basic skills and ESL programs.
At both the Pleasant Hill and San Ramon campuses, local and international students engage with high-quality instruction and support services designed for student learning and success.
Faculty from DVC's various career education programs are in continuous dialog with our surrounding community to keep pace with emerging technologies and new skill requirements our students need to be successful in any job market.
The college's unparalleled transfer programs prepare our students in large numbers to be successful in four-year colleges and universities all over the state and the country. DVC continuously ranks among the top transfer pathways to UC Berkeley.
Mission & History
The college officially began offering classes in 1949 and the name Diablo Valley College was adopted in 1958. We've come a long way since those humble beginnings, enrolling over 1.5 million students since 1949!
Administration
Meet DVC's administrators and learn more about our shared governance committees and processes.
Accreditation
Diablo Valley College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC), an institutional accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation and the U.S. Department of Education.
College Plans
DVC creates and regularly updates comprehensive plans to guide campus operations and drive continuous institutional improvement.
Governance
Committees, councils and task forces work closely with each other and play a vital role in the operation and governance of Diablo Valley College.
DVC Foundation
College Safety
Explore safety services at Diablo Valley College, including campus police, emergency response, and safety tips. Stay safe with our resources and measures.
Campus Locations
Diablo Valley College has two physical campuses: Pleasant Hill and San Ramon. Find maps, driving directions and parking instructions for each campus.
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