We understand it is not easy to leave family and friends at home to study in America. That is why our International Students Program has a staff trained to assist you with your special needs. From the day we receive your application until the time you graduate or transfer to a four-year university, we will help you with visas, housing, academic counseling, orientation to the college, English and math testing, placement in classes, course selection and assistance in registration. You will be able to make individual appointments with the International Students Program counselor throughout the academic year.

College of the Canyons wants you to be comfortable in the American academic community. The International Students Program sponsors social and other activities on and off campus. You will be invited to join your choice of more than ten other COC student clubs. All these offer opportunities for making friends from America and throughout the world.

We provide first hand knowledge regarding the foreign student experience with advice regarding insurance, regulations, culture shock, etc.