DIABLO VALLEY COLLEGE (DVC)
- 321 Golf Club Rd
- Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
- OPEID College Code: 00119100
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- General Phone: (925) 685-1230
- President: Judy Walters
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 21,951
- College Alias: DVC
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Diablo Valley College (DVC) is a two-year college in the Contra Costa Community College District. It is located on a 100-acre campus in view of Mt. Diablo, and just 20 miles from the University of Berkeley, California. Many students at DVC aim to transfer to UC Berkeley and other four-year institutions to complete their bachelor's degrees. DVC has an excellent transfer rate, and transfer agreements with the UC California and California State College systems.
DVC offers associate's degrees and vocational and professional training that leads to certificates of achievement and accomplishment. DVC offers academic study programs in 57 occupational specialties. Lifelong learning opportunities are also available without a degree or certificate, and many courses are available online through "DVC Online."
History
Established in 1949 as East Contra Costa Junior College, it originally operated out of rooms in local high schools, banks and churches. It got its own campus site in 1952, and the name was changed to Diablo Valley College in 1958.
Academics
The academic calendar for Diablo Valley College offers fall, spring and summer terms, with shorter sessions available at other times throughout the year.
Colleges and Schools
Academic units at DVC are organized into academic divisions. The nine academic divisions at Diablo Valley College are:
- Applied and Fine Arts
- Biological and Health Sciences
- Business Education
- Counseling/Library
- English
- Math and Computer Science
- Physical Education, Athletics and Dance
- Physical Sciences and Engineering
- Social Sciences
- At San Ramon campus, the divisions are:
- Applied Arts & Social Science
- Language Arts
- Math & Science
- Computer Information Systems (CIS)
Student Life
For students at Diablo Valley College who are seeking involvement beyond the classroom, there are a wide variety of student clubs and organizations available on campus. The focus of the 50-plus student organizations on campus ranges from academic to athletic, social, political, cultural, religious, artistic and special interest. Students who wish to start their own student club or organization may do so through the Associated Students of Diablo Valley College (ASDVC).
Art galleries featuring student art, musical, theatre and dance performances are also available. The student newspaper offers information about campus activities and offers more opportunities for student involvement.
Other student resources available through DVC include student health services, a student life office, student union, leadership, support resources, and a calendar of events, among others.
Traditions
DVC has a relatively new fight song called "Go Green," which is quickly becoming a new student tradition. The traditional school colors are green and white, with gold as an accent color. The school mascot is a Viking, and the athletic teams are nicknamed the Diablo Valley "Vikings."
Athletics
The Diablo Valley College "Vikings" athletic teams compete in several intercollegiate sports, including:
Men's Sports:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Football
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Water Polo
Women's Sports:
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
Satellite Campuses
In addition to its primary Pleasant Hill Campus in Pleasant Hill, California, Diablo Valley College also has the San Ramon Valley Center in the Dougherty Valley area of San Ramon, California. Classes are also taught at various locations throughout the community.
Community Life
Community resources for Diablo Valley College include an observatory that features a planetarium, and community access to theatre, dance and musical performances on campus.
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Must Complete Preparation at Another Institution Can Complete Preparation With Specialization State Approved for Certification
- ROTC Army Navy Air Force
- Website
- www.dvc.edu
- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
- Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Public Suburban-Serving Multicampus
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Higher Part-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Very Large Two-Year
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- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.dvc.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: DVC Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 27%
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 1% | 15% | 26% | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $3,496 | $3,743 | $785 | $933 |
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 2.4% | 5.2% | 7.1% |
| Number in Default | 2 | 6 | 10 |
| Number in Repayment | 82 | 114 | 139 |
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $738 | $570 | $570 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $738 | $570 | $570 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $5,960 | $5,415 | $5,415 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,638 | $1,566 | $1,422 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $11,160 | $10,692 | $9,936 |
| Other Expenses | $3,780 | $3,546 | $3,348 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $8,100 | $3,546 | $7,308 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $2,376 | $2,136 | $1,992 |
| In-State | $2,376 | $2,136 | $1,992 |
| Out of State | $7,598 | $6,981 | $6,837 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $17,316 | $16,374 | $15,276 |
| In-State | $17,316 | $16,374 | $15,276 |
| Out of State | $22,538 | $21,219 | $20,121 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $10,476 | $9,930 | $9,300 |
| In-State | $10,476 | $9,930 | $9,300 |
| Out of State | $15,698 | $14,775 | $14,145 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 21,951 Undergraduate: 21,951
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 10,509 Female: 11,442
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 10,509 Female: 11,442
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 7,376 Part-Time: 14,575
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 7,376 Part-Time: 14,575
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 1,208 | 6% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 3,439 | 16% |
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 845 | 4% |
| Ages 18-19 | 5,784 | 26% |
| Ages 20-21 | 4,153 | 19% |
| Ages 22-24 | 3,070 | 14% |
| Ages 25-29 | 2,620 | 12% |
| Ages 30-34 | 1,257 | 6% |
| Ages 35-39 | 900 | 4% |
| Ages 40-49 | 1,576 | 7% |
| Ages 50-65 | 1,487 | 7% |
| Age Over 65 | 243 | 1% |
| Age Unknown | 16 | 0.07% |
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 1,091 | 504 | 587 |
| Faculty Status | 841 | 273 | 568 |
| Tenured Faculty | 201 | 201 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 841 | 273 | 568 |
| Primarily Instruction | 841 | 273 | 568 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 39 | 38 | 1 |
| Other Professionals | 27 | 26 | 1 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 184 | 167 | 17 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 110 | 98 | 12 |
| Skilled Crafts | 1 | 1 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 25 | 24 | 1 |
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $86,743 (253) | $88,209 (119) | $85,441 (134) |
| Instructor | $86,743 (253) | $88,209 (119) | $85,441 (134) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $86,743 (253) | $88,209 (119) | $85,441 (134) |
| Instructor | $86,743 (253) | $88,209 (119) | $85,441 (134) |
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 350 | 218 | 132 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 308 | 195 | 113 |
| Baseball | 31 | 31 | - |
| Basketball | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Football | 73 | 73 | - |
| Soccer | 21 | - | 21 |
| Softball | 10 | - | 10 |
| Swimming and Diving | 66 | 39 | 27 |
| Tennis | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Track and Field, Outdoor | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Volleyball | 11 | - | 11 |
| Water Polo | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $13,319 | $12,771 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $2,802 | $2,120 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Baseball | 2 | 2 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Basketball | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Football | 5 | 5 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 4 | - |
| Soccer | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Softball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Swimming and Diving | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Tennis | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Track and Field, Outdoor | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Volleyball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Water Polo | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 45%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 44%
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 33% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 32% |
| Female | 35% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 43% |
| Unknown | 36% |
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Weapons Related | - | 3 |
| Drug Related | 4 | 2 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Robbery | 1 | 2 |
| Burglary | - | 5 |
| Vehicle Theft | 13 | 6 |
| Arson | - | 1 |
- Reviewed on: February 28, 2012
Flag Review - Rating:
- DVC is a good school if you are looking for a cheap alternative to one of the bigger, more expensive universities. There are lots of different types of students here, and it seems like most of them are here to fulfill their requirements and move on. I guess that is true of most community colleges, so in that sense, DVC serves its purpose well.
