Welcome to...The International Center at Orange Coast College

Orange Coast College is one of the leading community colleges in the United States.
We are located in one of the most desirable locations in Southern California, just a few miles away from the beautiful Pacific Ocean.  

The college offers more than 100 vocational training programs as well as an excellent, fully accredited, academic program for transfer to a four-year university. The College is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), a nationally recognized regional accrediting agency.

While attending Coast, you will find a rich assortment of student lifestyles, an excellent variety of support services, state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, and an impressive and diverse faculty. The student body is comprised of a wide mix of ethnic groups and cultures. Campus life is friendly and informal.

Our dedicated International Center staff is here to assist you so that you have a smooth transition into academic and social life in the U.S. To achieve this, we offer a variety of services.

We begin by preparing the paperwork necessary for you to legally enter the United States. Once you arrive, you will benefit from many of the other services we offer such as orientation programs, assistance with registration, housing, social activities and other college life programs.
All our services assure that you will have a complete and positive experience in the United States.