F-1 Visa International Deaf Students

Review the information for F-1 Visa Students on our International Programs and Services website.

For additional information or assistance, please contact:

• Claire Ellis
  Counselor
  Video Phone (510) 344-5706
  cellis@ohlone.edu
  B.S., Gallaudet University
  M.S., San Francisco State University
  

• Nan Zhou
  Adjunct Counselor
  Video Phone (510) 344-5603
  nzhou@ohlone.edu
  

Enrollment in courses at the college is dependant on the Center for Deaf Studies Assessment results.

Work for International Students

International students are only allowed to work on the Ohlone College campus, and only up to 20 hours per week (40 during vacation breaks.) Off-campus work is strictly prohibited by United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) regulations, unless written approval to do this work is obtained from the International Programs and Services office and/or USCIS.

Housing for International Students

Can I live on campus?

Ohlone College does not have dormitories. All students live off campus. You will need to arrive early in the Fremont area to locate housing. Many students looking for roommates post notes on the bulletin boards. You may want to look at the Fremont "Argus" newspaper classified ads. Many people rent rooms to students. Because apartments are expensive in Fremont, students often find four (4) other students to be roommates. This helps reduce your rental costs. Others live in other cities close to Fremont and commute to school. It is important that you think about what is the best kind of housing situation for you and begin to make plans.

Use Ohlone College's Housing Guide and the International Programs and Services Housing Information to assist you with finding housing near the campus.

Fees for International Students

Information about fees is available on the International Programs and Services website and Admissions & Records website, including parking permits and a Health Services Fee.

In addition, you can expect to pay between $200 and $300 for your books per semester. Visit the Ohlone Bookstore website.

Any and all fees are subject to review and change at any time without notice by the administration of the Ohlone Community College District for reasons, at the discretion of the District and the State of California.

Some or all fees may not apply if you are a recipient of benefits under the Aid of Families with Dependent Children Program, the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) /State Supplemental Program, or the General Assistance Program. Contact the Financial Aid office for information.