Newly Admitted International Students

Complete all the steps on the New Student Checklist. 

We know the spread of COVID-19 has created a lot of uncertainty and questions for everyone.  Need more COVID-19 Help and Support?

Select the semester above that you are admitted to and follow all the instructions on the checklist carefully. If you have any questions about any of the steps, feel free to ask us any questions!

Email: occinternational@cccd.edu
Phone: 714-432-5940

MANDATORY Newly Accepted Student webinar: Maintaining F-1 Status

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We will go over what you need to do before starting at OCC and important rules and regulations you need to follow as an international student in the U.S. This is an online webinar.

Learn more about the Campus-wide orientation offered each fall, Navigate OCC.  Learn about resources and services across campus and meet other new students, including domestic and international.

The New Student Checklist has instructions on how to receive your I-20 and apply for the Visa.  Click on the semesters above for which you have been accepted to view the New Student Checklist.

For more detailed information about applying for visa, refer to the Visa Application Information page.

You can also sign up for Visa Application Webinar. We will review each step, tips, and answer any questions you have about the visa application process and planning during a global pandemic.

Once you have your visa please check it for errors and review the documents required for traveling to the U.S. Our dedicated Global Engagement Center staff is here to assist you so that you have a smooth transition into academic and social life in the U.S.  

• Purchase Health Insurance: JCB Insurance Solutions
• Housing & Homestay webpage
• Course Selection Guide (PDF) to help you choose your classes.
• Class Registration Guide to help you register for your classes on MyOCC
• Enrollment Services 'How to Register' Video
• Enrollment Services 'How to Use the Course Schedule' Video
• Enrollment Services 'How to Read the Course schedule' Video
• PayMyTuition online payments
• Deadlines to pay tuition: Non-payment Drop Policy
• Find and download I-94
• Update Personal Info Guide (PDF)