How to Apply - International Programs and Services

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

Students in the United States or intending to come to the United States on the F-1 Student Visa must complete the following International Student Application process.

Deadlines are May 31 for the Fall semester and October 31 for the Spring semester.

1. Download the International Student Application (PDF)

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 94539-5847
   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 Testing 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.

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.

Students who are full-time F-1 Visa-holding students at another institution, and who wish to take only 1 or 2 courses concurrently at Ohlone College, may do so on completion of the regular student application, presentation of the I-20 from their home institution to the Ohlone College Admissions & Records Office and, for Fall or Spring semesters, a letter of approval from the International Student Advisor at their home institution. Contact the Ohlone College International Programs and Services office for more information.

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

 ^*  B-2 Tourist Visa-holders and F-2 Dependent Visa-holders must change their Visa to F-1 Student status before beginning Ohlone College studies. Contact the International Programs and Services office for more information.

Students residing outside the U.S. and who wish to enroll 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 an international student outside the United States wishing to take an online class, and mention your country of residence.
3. Please be aware that you will be charged non-resident non-citizen fees of $221 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.

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
International Programs and Services Coordinator
(510) 659-6494
smilano@ohlone.edu
Office Location: Building 7, Room 7122B, first floor, Fremont campus

International Student Services Questions

Kristi Radke
International Student Services Coordinator
(510) 659-6534
kradke@ohlone.edu
Office Location: Building 7, Room 7122C, first floor, Fremont campus

English Language Institute (ELI) Questions

Bill Sharar
Coordinator, English Language Institute
(510) 659-6524
wsharar@ohlone.edu
Office Location: Building 7, Room 7115, first floor, Fremont campus

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