Whether you're here to take a few classes for personal enrichment or professional development, DVC offers a flexible and supportive environment for you to explore and achieve your goals.
We’re happy you’re here! Even if you don't have plans to earn a degree or transfer, you can take DVC courses to acquire new skills and knowledge. We'll help you apply, get help paying for college, get an early registration date, and get registered for the classes that most interest you. If you have any questions along the way, our Welcome & Connect team can help.
Explore Our Programs
-
When you apply, you'll get to choose one of our interest areas, which are related clusters of courses, certificates, and degrees. Not sure yet? No problem! Explore the possibilities in our five interest areas via the button below.
Academic Interest Areas
Apply to DVC
-
Submit your application to become a student at Diablo Valley College through CCCApply. It’s free to apply, there are no required tests, and our acceptance rate for completed applications is 100%! Completed applications are accepted within 24 hours.
Apply Now Application Instructions
HOT TIP: Once your application for admission is accepted, you will be assigned a new college email address. We recommend forwarding your college emails to your personal email address. Doing this can help make sure you don't miss important messages about your financial aid, class schedule and more! Learn how to forward your emails.
Get Help Paying for College
Even part-time students may be eligible! We encourage all DVC students to apply for financial aid. You may be surprised at what you're eligible for. Be sure to do this right away. The review process can take time.
-
- U.S. citizens and eligible non-citizens will need to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
- Students who are undocumented, and qualify for AB-540 status, should fill out the California Dream Act Application (CADAA)
Get an Earlier Class Registration Date
Want to sign up for classes faster? Complete your online orientation, placement process and educational plan to get an early registration date!
-
Learn about DVC's programs and policies, support services, and success tips in our self-paced, online orientation!
Complete Your Orientation -
In as little as five minutes, you can get help choosing the math, English and/or English as a Second Language (ESL) courses that are best for you. No exams necessary!
Complete Your Placements -
Get help creating a plan to achieve your career goals and map out your first two semesters at DVC! Register for COUNS 095: Education Planning (COUNS 096 for athletes) in InSite.
Complete Your Educational Plan
Get Credit for Previous Coursework
-
If you’ve previously earned college credit, submit official transcripts from each college or university so they can be added to your DVC student file.
Submit Your Transcripts
Get Your Class Schedule
-
Now that you have a plan, it’s time to put it into action! Register for your first-term classes in InSite on your priority registration date. For step-by-step instructions, visit our How To Guides.
Register for Classes
Thinking About a Degree?
Finding time for school as a busy adult takes dedication and support. If you decide that you’d like to further your education by pursuing a transfer degree, DVC is ready to help you make that happen. DVC’s Program for Adult College Education (PACE) provides mentorship support, tutoring, reserved spots in select courses, and more.