School Overview

The school's main campus is located at the edge of a large city (in Pleasant Hill, CA). The maximum program length is 2 to 4 years. The highest degree offered by the school is the Associate's degree.

Contacting the School

321 Golf Club Rd
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
Main Phone: (925) 685-1230
Web Site: www.dvc.edu

Student Body Size and Diversity

In Fall 2002, the school had 12,386 (full-time equivalent) students.

Minority enrollment included African-American (5)%, Hispanic (11)%, Asian (17)%, and Native American (1)%.

Degree Levels

• Certificate, < 1 year
• Certificate, 1-2 years
• Associate's Degree
• Certificate, 2-4 years

Degree Programs

Agribusiness

• Horticulture

• Building And Construction Management

• Accounting
• Administrative And Secretarial
• Business Administration

• Specialized Communication

• Communications Technology And Technician

• Computer Programming
• Other Computer Science

• Architectural Engineering Technology

• Dental Laboratory And Dental Hygienist
• Mental Health

• Child Care
• Institutional Food

• Liberal Arts

• Library Aide

• Culinary

• Metal Work And Machinist

• Criminal Justice

• Other Public Public Service

• Electronic Equipment Installation And Repair

• Distribution And Sales Management

School Accreditation

Diablo Valley College reports that it is nationally accredited. Accreditation is by an agency recognized by the US Dept. of Education.

Diablo Valley College is accredited regionally by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (WASCJC). The school is state accredited.

Special Student Services

Academic Services

• Remedial assistance
• Accelerated programs
• AP credits
• Weekend college
• Distance learning options
• Study abroad

Financial Flexibility

• ROTC
• Student employment services
• Work-study (Co-op)
• Career counseling
• Placement services for graduates
• On-campus day Care

Cost of Attending

Admission Requirements