Public school15.4K

Diablo Valley College

Pleasant Hill, CA

HSITest-FreeLGBTQ+

Start free

Program

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Program profile

Transfer Out

Program

Quick links

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Program profile

Transfer Out

Browse programs

Quick links

AA Music

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Program profile

Transfer Out

Training

Comprehensive music curriculum covering theory and musicianship, ear training, sight-singing, piano proficiency, and applied music

Students gain a foundation for specializations including vocal performance, instrumental performance, jazz, composition, and music education

Performance & Ensembles

Vocal ensembles: Concert Choir, Chamber Singers, Masterworks Chorale, Vocal Jazz Ensemble

Instrumental ensembles: Symphonic Band, Philharmonic Orchestra, Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Combos, Guitar Ensemble

Regular evening concerts and free lunchtime concert series

Performance opportunities across the San Francisco Bay Area

Degree Flexibility

Prepares students for transfer to 4-year programs in music performance, music education, composition, or music therapy

DVC consistently ranks among the top community college transfer pathways to UC Berkeley

School Info

Snapshot

49%

Grad Rate

15.4K

Enrollment

$51K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$1,104

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$7,660

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$34,278

Before aid

Average Net Price

$8,312

After aid

Estimated Cost Attendance · dvc.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Jul 25, 8:31 PM

Program Highlights

Training

Comprehensive music curriculum covering theory and musicianship, ear training, sight-singing, piano proficiency, and applied music

Students gain a foundation for specializations including vocal performance, instrumental performance, jazz, composition, and music education

Performance & Ensembles

Vocal ensembles: Concert Choir, Chamber Singers, Masterworks Chorale, Vocal Jazz Ensemble

Instrumental ensembles: Symphonic Band, Philharmonic Orchestra, Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Combos, Guitar Ensemble

Regular evening concerts and free lunchtime concert series

Performance opportunities across the San Francisco Bay Area

Degree Flexibility

Prepares students for transfer to 4-year programs in music performance, music education, composition, or music therapy

DVC consistently ranks among the top community college transfer pathways to UC Berkeley

Program Highlights

Training

Comprehensive music curriculum covering theory and musicianship, ear training, sight-singing, piano proficiency, and applied music

Students gain a foundation for specializations including vocal performance, instrumental performance, jazz, composition, and music education

Performance & Ensembles

Vocal ensembles: Concert Choir, Chamber Singers, Masterworks Chorale, Vocal Jazz Ensemble

Instrumental ensembles: Symphonic Band, Philharmonic Orchestra, Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Combos, Guitar Ensemble

Regular evening concerts and free lunchtime concert series

Performance opportunities across the San Francisco Bay Area

Degree Flexibility

Prepares students for transfer to 4-year programs in music performance, music education, composition, or music therapy

DVC consistently ranks among the top community college transfer pathways to UC Berkeley

Key Info

Enrollment Term

University AppApplication

Apply

School Website School Website

Deadline

Fall 2027 International Deadline (Applicants Abroad)Jul 1, 2027

Fall 2027 International Deadline (Applicants in the United States)Aug 1, 2027

Rolling Domestic Admission

Apply Dvc · dvc.edu Official page · intl.4cd.edu

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply free via CCCApply — processing within 24 hours

Applications are accepted through CCCApply; DVC currently publishes no domestic application deadline

International students apply via the Contra Costa Community College District international portal

Enrollment

Fall and spring enrollment available

One application covers DVC, Contra Costa College, and Los Medanos College

Transfer Pathway

This is a transfer pathway degree built to transfer into a four-year program. Confirm which universities it articulates to, and which credits carry over, before you enroll.

What's The Process

Audition Process

No audition required for program enrollment — DVC is an open enrollment institution

Students are admitted automatically upon completing a CCCApply application

No SAT/ACT or minimum GPA required

Post-Enrollment

Some advanced ensembles may require placement assessment or director approval after enrollment

School Info

Snapshot

49%

Grad Rate

15.4K

Enrollment

$51K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$1,104

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$7,660

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$34,278

Before aid

Average Net Price

$8,312

After aid

Estimated Cost Attendance · dvc.edu College Scorecard

Training

Comprehensive music curriculum covering theory and musicianship, ear training, sight-singing, piano proficiency, and applied music

Students gain a foundation for specializations including vocal performance, instrumental performance, jazz, composition, and music education

Performance & Ensembles

Vocal ensembles: Concert Choir, Chamber Singers, Masterworks Chorale, Vocal Jazz Ensemble

Instrumental ensembles: Symphonic Band, Philharmonic Orchestra, Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Combos, Guitar Ensemble

Regular evening concerts and free lunchtime concert series

Performance opportunities across the San Francisco Bay Area

Degree Flexibility

Prepares students for transfer to 4-year programs in music performance, music education, composition, or music therapy

DVC consistently ranks among the top community college transfer pathways to UC Berkeley

Updated Jul 25, 8:31 PM