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The OCC Global Engagement Center serves the more than 1,200 international students enrolled from 76 countries.

We also support OCC Study Abroad, Multicultural Center, and IEC@OCC Intensive English Program. Orange Coast College is a 2-year community college located in the coastline of Orange County, one of safest and desirable communities in Southern California. OCC's current enrollment is 22,000 students, 1,000 of which are international students representing 70 countries. We offer affordable tuition and 130 programs leading to Associate's Degrees, Certificates, and transferring to 4-year Universities. OCC is #1 in Orange County and #3 overall in the number of students transferring to the University of California (UC) and California State University systems (CSU). Our international students have also been offered numerous transfer scholarships and admissions to some of the most selective universities in the US, including the Ivy League. Like us on Facebook for application updates, events on campus, and information about transfer scholarships for international students!

10/28/2026

Sharing the opportunities that await future students at Orange Coast College in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam! Thank you BMI | Times Higher Education for productive, well attended fair!

It also amazing to connect with alumni abroad! Thank you to Yen, OCC Class of 2011 and transfer to Cal State Fullerton and later a masters at Sophia University in Tokyo, who is now a professor of International Business at a university in Vietnam! The possibility at OCC are endless!

10/15/2026

Join us for a spooooky learning journey about the cultural significance of zombies in Haitian culture and in American movies.

📅 Thursday, Oct 29th
⏰ 2:30pm - 3:30pm
📍Multicultural Center

10/15/2026

🧟‍♂️ Celebrating the Undead: The Haitian Zombie vs. The Hollywood Zombie 🎬

Are zombies rooted in historical folklore or cinematic terror? Join us for a fascinating breakdown comparing the cultural origins and modern depictions of the undead!

📍 Location: Multicultural Center (Global Engagement Center)

📅 Date: Thursday, October 29th

Bring your friends and get ready to rethink everything you know about zombies before spooky season wraps up! 🧠✨

10/15/2026

🎃👻 PUMPKIN CARVING AT OCC! 👻🎃
Get into the spooky spirit and join us for some Halloween fun! 🧡🖤
Come decorate your own pumpkin, get creative, and celebrate the season with us! ✨

📅 Thursday, October 29th
⏰ 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
📍 Multicultural Center | Orange Coast College

Bring your creativity and get ready for some pumpkin-filled fun! 🧡
Whether you’re going for spooky, silly, or cute, we can’t wait to see your creations! 🕸️🦇

👀 Scan the QR code on the flyer for more information!

10/13/2026

🎃👻 PUMPKIN CARVING AT OCC! 👻🎃
Get into the spooky spirit and join us for some Halloween fun! 🧡🖤
Come decorate your own pumpkin, get creative, and celebrate the season with us! 🎃✨

📅 Thursday, October 29th
⏰ 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
📍 Multicultural Center | Orange Coast College

Bring your creativity and get ready for some pumpkin-filled fun! 🧡
Whether you’re going for spooky, silly, or cute, we can’t wait to see your creations! 🕸️🦇

👀 Scan the QR code on the flyer for more information!

HalloweenFun 🎃🧡

10/13/2026

✨INTERNATIONAL STUDENT WORKSHOP — WEEK 8!✨
📚 Transfer to Private/Out-of-State University

Thinking about transferring yo a four-year university?👀
Not sure what to start?
Wondering what to consider when choosing a private or out-of-state university?
Want to explore your transfer options and plan your next steps?
💡 Come join us and learn more about your transfer opportunities!
📅 October 15th
⏰ 2:45–3:45 PM
📍 Multicultural Center, Global Engagement Center
🌎 All international students are welcome!
Bring your questions, your class ideas, and your friends! 🤝

📞 GEC: 714-432-5940
📧 [email protected]

10/08/2026

🎓INTERNATIONAL STUDENT WORKSHOP — WEEK 7! 🎓
📚 How to Choose Your Spring Classes
Registration is coming up on Oct. 27 — are you ready? 👀
Not sure what classes to take?
Wondering how to plan your spring schedule?
Want to make sure you’re on the right track?

💡 Come join us and get ready for Spring Registration!
📅 TODAY — October 8
⏰ 2:45–3:45 PM
📍 Multicultural Center, Global Engagement Center
🌎 All international students are welcome!
Bring your questions, your class ideas, and your friends! 🤝
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🔜 NEXT WEEK — OCTOBER 15
🎓 Transfer to Private & Out-of-State Universities
Thinking about transferring? Come learn more about your options and what you should know when considering private and out-of-state universities!
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📞 GEC: 714-432-5940
📧 [email protected]

10/01/2026

🌎 INTERNATIONAL STUDENT WORKSHOP SERIES — WEEK 6! 🇺🇸💼

Curious about working in the U.S. as an F-1 student? Join us for “Employment in the U.S.: What F-1 Students Should Know!” 🎓

Learn more about:
💼 On-campus employment
📋 CPT & OPT
🇺🇸 H-1B
🚀 Preparing yourself for career success & beyond

📅 Thursday, October 1, 2026
⏰ 2:45–3:45 PM
📍 Multicultural Center

06/03/2026

On May 19th, had an amazing Wagashi-making workshop with .redirect where we made Japanese sweets 🍬 and matcha 🍵

Address

2701 Fairview Road
Costa Mesa, CA
92626

Telephone

+17144325940

Website

http://www.orangecoastcollege.edu/student_services/gec/intl-students/intl-admissions/Pages/internationaladmissions.aspx

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