Every OCC Student who has paid their College Service Charge belongs to the Associated Students of Orange Coast College (ASOCC), which is led by your student government and representatives. These leaders advocate for the student body through their branches and active groups, including:
All of these groups operate under the Student Senate's jurisdiction and work together to enhance student life and representation on campus.
From club fairs and cultural festivals to leadership retreats, volunteer opportunities, and more, ASOCC is behind many of the events and experiences that make campus life at OCC exciting and memorable.
ASOCC also collaborates with the OCC Recycling Center. Revenue from the center, combined with your College Service Charge, helps fund ASOCC programs and a wide range of campus resources and student services that support engagement and student success.
Guided by the motto “Students Helping Students,” ASOCC is committed to enriching your OCC experience through funding opportunities, leadership development, club involvement, campus events, and advocacy.
You’re already part of the community—now we invite you to get involved and help make a difference.
College Service Charge
In 1982, Orange Coast College created the College Service Charge in accordance with State law and District Policy. The College Service Charge is an optional fee of $ 30 per semester ($18 during summer). This fee provides vital funding for many programs and services that improve student life and academic success at Orange Coast College.
When you pay the optional College Service Charge you support these programs:
- Our Foster Youth Program - Guardian Scholars
- The Student Union
- Arts Pavilion
- Public Marine Aquarium
- Coast Report the School Newspaper
- Culinary Arts Program
- Tutoring Services through the Student Success Center
- Associated Students
- Performing and Fine Arts
- Goodwill Industries
- The Children’s Center
- Athletics
- Career Center
- Clubs and Organizations
- Graduation/Commencement Ceremony
- Community Outreach
- Dance Department
- Speech, Theater and Debate Team
- Study Skills & Personal Development Workshops
- Honors Night
- Honors Program
- Job and Internship Center
- Math Center
- Photo Gallery
- Puente Project
- Recycling Center
- Scholarships
- Service and Leadership Program
- And many more!
Paying the College Service Charge also makes you eligible for a range of valuable benefits, including:
- Bookstore textbook buy-back and rental
- Service and Leadership Awards
- Various OCC Scholarships
- Free rental of ASOCC laptop computers
- Interest-free short-term loans
- Free legal advice
For more information visit the Student Life & Leadership office located in the Student Union.
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