How to Apply - International Programs and Services

You may first wish to review Frequently Asked Questions related to applying.

About International Student Applications

• Students in the United States or intending to come to the United States on F-1 student visas must complete the entire International Student Application process. Deadlines are May 31 for the Fall Semester and October 31 for the Spring Semester.

• Students who are F-1 students at another institution wishing to take only one or two courses at Ohlone College, may do so on completion of the regular student application, presentation of the I-20 from their home institution, and for Fall or Spring Semesters a letter of approval from the International Student Advisor at their home institution.

• Students holding other visas who do not intend to or need to change their Visa type to F-1 complete the regular application process, and submit evidence of their immigration status and California residency to Admissions and Records at that time.

• Students resident outside the United States wishing to enroll in Ohlone College online courses should do the following:

  1. Submit an online application to Ohlone College.
  2. Fax the online application confirmation to Ohlone College at (510) 659-7321. Please add that you are a foreign student outside the United States wishing to take an online class, and add your country of residence.
  3. Please be aware that you will be charged non-resident non-citizen fees of $206 USD per unit. The schedule of classes indicates how many units each class is – most classes are 3 units.
  4. When your application has been approved, and the time for registration has arrived, you will be able to register and pay online using WebAdvisor.
  5. For application or registration questions contact admissions@ohlone.edu, and for payment questions contact studentreceivable@ohlone.edu.
  6. Complete the sign-up process for web classes, and proceed with the class. Questions to onlineeducation@ohlone.edu.

For F-1 Visa Students: International Student Application, Admission and Registration

1. Download the International Student Application (PDF) (view with the free Adobe Reader software)

2. Complete the International Student Application and submit it along with all required documents (see the Application Checklist included in the Application) to the following address:

   Ohlone College
   International Programs and Services
   43600 Mission Boulevard
   Fremont, CA 94539-0390
   U.S.A.

Admitted students will receive an Ohlone College Acceptance Packet. The Acceptance Packet will include:

• An Ohlone College Form I-20
• An Admission letter from Ohlone College
• Information on new International Student Orientation (usually one week before the start of classes)
• Information on class registration, health insurance, and other related matters
• Information on how to apply for an F-1 Student Visa

Upon arrival to the United States, new Ohlone College international students should report to the Office of International Programs and Services for advisement. Please refer to your Acceptance Packet for information on what documents you should bring with you.

Newly admitted Ohlone College international students must take Math and English placement tests before being able to register in classes, in order to determine which Ohlone classes they are eligible to take. Placement Test information and schedules is available at the Ohlone College Placement Center website.

Students are encouraged to check the Ohlone College Academic Calender for important dates. Class registration information is also available at the Ohlone College WebAdvisor.

Note: Deaf international students must also complete and submit the supplemental International Deaf Student Application (PDF), in addition to the other required International Student Application (PDF) documents. Questions about the International Deaf Student Application or deaf student services at Ohlone College may be directed to Ms. Claire Ellis, Ohlone College Counselor, at cellis@ohlone.edu.

Questions?

Please see the Frequently Asked Questions. Or, contact the Ohlone College Office of International Programs and Services by telephone at (510) 659-6439, or by email at:

International Applications and Admissions Questions

• Sanae Milano
  Assistant, International Programs and Services
  (510) 659-6494
  smilano@ohlone.edu
  Office Location: Building 1, Room 1302

All Other Questions

• Eddie West
  Director, International Programs and Services
  (510) 659-6439
  ewest@ohlone.edu
  Office Location: Building 1, Room 1304