Program Overview

Program for Adult College Education (PACE)

The Program for Adult College Education (PACE) at Diablo Valley College is designed to support working adults who are pursuing degrees or transfer opportunities to four-year colleges/universities. With flexible evening and online courses, the PACE program can help individuals get started on their journey toward a college degree.

PACE Advantages and Benefits

• Reserved seating in courses with dedicated PACE instructors
  • Assigned counselors
  • Focused curriculum to help students stay on track
  • Mid-term success reports to help track academic progress
  • PACE mentorship support provided
  • Evening and weekend tutoring
  • Additional graduation ceremony for PACE students
  • Access to transfer partner Universities that have programs for working adults:
    • CSU East Bay
    • Sacramento State University
    • CSU Stanislaus
    • Saint Mary's College
    • Southern New Hampshire University
    • Western Governors University
    • San Francisco State University

PACE Program Requirements

• Must commit to a minimum of 2 semesters of PACE coursework and adhere to the PACE curriculum
• Meet with a PACE counselor every semester to create and maintain a Student Educational Plan
• Enroll in Student Success course during the first term (unless previously taken)
• Must be employed or be a full-time parent

PACE Degree Tracks

• Administration of Justice Associate Degree for Transfer
• Business Administration Associate Degree for Transfer
• Psychology Associate Degree for Transfer
• Sociology Associate Degree for Transfer

How to Begin

Applying to PACE takes four easy steps:

1. Apply to Diablo Valley College (if not already a student)
2. Apply for PACE
3. Meet with a PACE counselor to discuss goals and build an educational plan
4. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine eligibility for financial aid.