| Private Room | Breakfast & Dinner | Breakfast | Room Only |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Weeks | $1480 | $1300 | $1180 |
| 12 Weeks | $4440 | $3900 | $3540 |
| 20 Weeks | $7400 | $6500 | $5900 |
| 24 Weeks | $8880 | $7800 | $7080 |
| Shared Room | Breakfast & Dinner | Breakfast | Room Only |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Weeks | $1065 | $935 | $680 |
| 12 Weeks | $3195 | $2805 | $2040 |
| 20 Weeks | $5325 | $4675 | $3400 |
| 24 Weeks | $6390 | $5610 | $4080 |
Diablo Valley College (DVC) is a public community college located in Pleasant Hill, California, part of the Contra Costa Community College District. The college welcomes international students from around the world to pursue associate degrees, certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. DVC's International Student Services supports F-1 visa students through I-20 processing, visa advising, immigration compliance, academic counseling, and an International Students Academic Bridge program designed to help new international students transition successfully into college life. Diablo Valley College does not provide on-campus housing. International students arrange their own off-campus accommodations in the Pleasant Hill area.
USH offers homestay accommodation for international students attending Diablo Valley College. Everything is included in one flat monthly rate: your furnished private room, Wi-Fi, utilities, and an English-speaking American host family. No lease to sign. No furniture to buy. Just arrive and settle in.
Pleasant Hill is a welcoming suburban community in the East Bay, and your host family is your first real connection to life in the area. You practice English every day at home, not just in the classroom, and your host can help you navigate the community, use local transit, and find your way to the DVC campus. For international students arriving in the Bay Area for the first time, that local support and daily immersion at home makes the transition much smoother.
Short stays of 4 weeks and longer stays are both available, so your housing near Diablo Valley College matches your program length exactly. Airport pickup is available upon request. Contact our office for details.
Yes. USH offers homestay accommodation for international students enrolled at Diablo Valley College, including students in associate degree programs, certificate programs, and transfer pathways. Contact us to check availability near the Pleasant Hill campus.
No. Diablo Valley College does not offer on-campus dormitories or college-managed housing. International students are responsible for finding their own accommodations in the area. Homestay is one of the most practical options, providing a furnished private room, meals, Wi-Fi, and utilities all in one flat monthly rate, with no lease or long-term commitment required.
Yes. Many international students at DVC are working toward a transfer to a UC or CSU campus. Living with an American host family in Pleasant Hill during your time at DVC helps you build English fluency, cultural familiarity, and the everyday independence you will need when you transition to university life.
Stays start at a minimum of 4 weeks and can be extended to match the length of your program. Whether you are enrolled for one semester or staying through your transfer preparation, flexible options are available with no long-term lease required.