Counseling for Current Students

Type of Appointments

• General Counseling Appointment

  A general academic counseling appointment helps with course selection, educational planning and transfer requirements. Perfect for students not in specialized programs, these sessions offer personalized guidance to support academic and career goals. Counselors provide tailored advice to keep you on track for graduation and future success.

  Schedule a General Counseling Appointment

• Transcript Evaluation Counseling

  Transcript Evaluation Steps

  1. Submit Your Transcripts
  Send your official transcripts to DVC Admissions. We accept transcripts from accredited colleges, universities, and high schools recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

  2. Confirm Receipt
  Log into your InSite portal, open the Grades/Transcripts tile, and select "Received Transcripts" to confirm your documents are on file.

  3. Schedule a Transcript Evaluation
  Once your transcripts are received, schedule an evaluation appointment. A counselor will review the results to see how your completed courses count toward general education and major requirements.

  Important Reminders

  • The evaluation process takes at least two weeks.
  • Counselors cannot give accurate guidance until your transcripts are fully evaluated. Wait for your appointment before seeking course advice

  Schedule a Transcript Evaluation Appointment

• Drop-In Counseling

  Drop-In Counseling Sessions

  We offer 15-minute in-person, virtual, and phone drop-in sessions for new students. These quick sessions are perfect for short questions or planning one semester but aren’t suitable for detailed needs like:

  • Comprehensive education plans
  • Graduation checks
  • Career or major exploration
  • Application reviews for four-year schools
  • UC PIQs or TAG applications
  • Transcript evaluations (counselors can’t access transcripts during drop-ins)

  For in-depth questions, schedule a general counseling or specialty appointment.

  Using Drop-Ins Effectively
  Check our hours for drop-ins at the Pleasant Hill or San Ramon campus. For Zoom or phone sessions, counselors will try to contact you up to three times; after that, you’ll be removed from the list. Please don’t use Zoom or take phone calls while driving, as counselors will ask you to reschedule.

  Join Drop-In Counseling Queue

• Specialized Counseling

  Diablo Valley College provides personalized counseling for a variety of student communities and programs:

  • Athletics: Academic support for student-athletes.
  • CARE: Resources for single parents.
  • Community of Pride: Support for LGBTQ+ students.
  • DSS: Services for students with disabilities.
  • EOPS: Help for students overcoming economic or educational challenges.
  • First-Year Experience: Guidance for new students starting college.
  • Foster Youth: Tailored support for current and former foster youth.
  • International Counseling: Academic and immigration support for international students.
  • MESA: STEM-focused academic assistance.
  • PACE: Flexible options for working adults.
  • Puente: A learning community supporting Latinx students through academic, counseling, and mentorship opportunities.
  • Umoja: A culturally empowering program focused on the success and retention of African American students, fostering a sense of community and cultural pride.
  • Veterans: Dedicated resources for veterans and their families.
  • Wellness: Mental health and personal support.

  We’re committed to helping every student succeed, academically and personally.

  Specialized Counseling

• Alert Status 1 & 2 Counseling Appointment

  If your GPA falls below 2.0 or you complete less than 50% of your attempted units, a hold will be placed on your student portal, and you’ll be assigned to Academic or Progress Alert Level 1 or 2.

  • Alert Level 1:
    • Academic: GPA below 2.0.
    • Progress: Less than 50% of attempted units completed.
  • Alert Level 2:
    • Academic: GPA below 2.0 for two consecutive terms.
    • Progress: Less than 50% of attempted units for two consecutive terms.

  To remove the hold, you must complete an Alert 1 or 2 Workshop or schedule a counseling appointment. Note: Drop-in counseling is not available for these appointments.

  Schedule a Alert 1 or Alert 2 Counseling Appointment

• Dismissal Counseling Appointment

  Students dismissed for having a cumulative GPA below 2.0 or completing less than 50% of their attempted units for three consecutive terms must complete the following steps:

  1. Attend a Reinstatement Workshop.
  2. Submit the Reinstatement Application.
  3. Schedule a Dismissal Appointment (1-hour session with a counselor).

  Failure to complete these steps will delay your ability to register for classes.

  Schedule a Dismissal Counseling Appointment

• Maximum Time Frame (MTF) Financial Aid Appeal Counseling Appointment

  If DVC Financial Aid has asked you to schedule an MTF appointment, follow these steps:

  1. Schedule a counseling appointment specifically for MTF.
  2. Submit the online appeal form at least 48 hours before your meeting.

  If the appeal is late, your appointment may be canceled, and you’ll need to reschedule. Drop-in sessions are not available for MTF appointments.

  Schedule a Maximum Time Frame Financial Aid Appeal Counseling Appointment