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International Student Academic Bridge Program

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The International Students Academic Bridge program is a Student Success Learning Community Cohort for new international students who want a head start.

Student Success Learning Community Cohort

Upon completion of the Academic Bridge Program, international students will be integrated into the general international students population at DVC, and continue to receive follow up services, such as counseling and tutoring support.

8 week intensive program for transferable university credits!

Available sessions:

  • 8 week spring session: March 31 - May 23, 2025
  • 8 week summer session: May 27 - July 17, 2025
  • 8-week fall session: October 20 - December 12, 2025 
Apply for the Academic Bridge Program

Everything You Need to Know

    • Soft landing/smooth transition to full-time studies
    • Priority registration
    • Academic support, tutoring and small study sessions
    • Dedicated counseling/educational planning orientation
    • Advising from International Student Office
    • Workshops, peer mentorship, activities
    • Campus tours/transfer to 4-year university support

    • Spring: 
      • Feb 15, 2025 (overseas) Feb 22 (deadline to submit docs); 
      • March 8, 2025 (transfers) March 15 (deadline to submit docs)
    • Summer: 
      • April 15, 2025 (overseas) April 22 (deadline to submit docs); 
      • May 8, 2025 (transfers) May 15 (deadline to submit docs)
    • Fall: 
      • Sept 15, 2025 (overseas) Sept 22 (deadline to submit docs); 
      • Oct 8, 2025 (transfers) Oct 15 (deadline to submit docs)

    • $6,393 (includes tuition, health insurance, activities, homestay and meals)
      • Separate homestay application required
    • $3,543 (without homestay and meals)

  • 7 units - UC/CSU Transferable

    • Cultural Anthropology (ANTHR-130) – 3 units
    • History of California (HIST-124) - 3 Units
    • New Student Success Strategies (COUNS-100) – 1 Unit

    Costs and classes subject to change.

    • Completed DVC application
    • Copy of valid passport
    • Bank statement (min. $29,034)
    • Proof of English proficiency (TOEFL 61 IBT or 500 iTP, IELTS 5.5, Duolingo 95, or ITEP 3.5)
    • 18 years of age or at least 16 or 17 with proof of high school completion

Contact Us

International Student Services

Pleasant Hill Student Services Center - SSC Room 264

Pleasant Hill Hours

Dec 16 - 19: M-TH 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., F 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 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 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