International Student Orientation

ISP runs a new student orientation program specifically for new F-1 visa students. The International Student Orientation is mandatory; you must attend to receive priority enrollment for future quarters.  Admitted F-1 visa students can find out about registering for orientation, what to expect, and how to prepare below.


Winter 2025 Online Orientation

Monday, Dec 9 & Tuesday, Dec 10, 2024

  • You have to log in to your application portal to register for the orientation.
  • You are not required to be in the U.S. for the one-day online Info Sessions, as they will be conducted via Zoom.
  • The detailed orientation schedule will be posted online as soon as it becomes available.

REGISTER HERE

In-Person Check-In Event

Thursday, Jan 9, 2025

  • More details to come

Registration Date and Class Schedule

  • The class schedule will be available on Oct 21, 2024. Check out the class schedule for updates.
  • Your assigned course registration date is Nov 19, starting at 8 a.m. (Pacific Time)
  • The winter 2025 quarter starts on Monday, Jan 6, 2025.
  • You will use MyPortal to register for classes, and first-time users need a CWID and password. Please refer to the ISP New Student Registration Module for password creation details.

Workshops

Assessment and Academic Workshop

Overview of the math, English and ESL assessments and academic counseling advising.

  • Date: Thursday, Oct 24, 2024
  • Time: 1:30 - 2:30 pm

Register for the workshop

Pre-Registration Workshop

How to register for classes and tips on what classes to enroll for your first term.

  • Date: Wednesday, Nov 13, 2024
  • Time: 1:30 - 2:30 pm

Register for the workshop

Post-Registration Workshop

Academic counselors available to review/answer any questions related to class registration.

  • Date: Tuesday, Nov 26, 2024
  • Time: 3 pm - 4 pm

Register for the workshop

Tuition Payment

The winter 2025 deadline to pay tuition is Friday, Jan 17, 2025.

Please note:

  • International students have until the second Friday of the quarter to pay their fees, except for summer, when payment is due upon registration.
  • If you decide not to attend De Anza College, you must drop all classes before the refund deadline; otherwise, you're responsible for the fees. No exceptions apply, and the ISP office cannot drop classes on your behalf.
  • Refer to the refund policy for refund request. Feel free to contact Cashier's Office with any tuition payment questions.


Fall 2024 Pre-Arrival Online Info Sessions

Wednesday, Aug. 21

  • You are not required to be in the U.S. for the one-day online Info Sessions, as they will be conducted via Zoom.
  • Click here to view the schedule for the fall 2024 Online Info Session.

REGISTER HERE

In-Person Orientation

Monday, Sept 16 & Tuesday, Sept 17

Registration Date and Class Schedule

  • The class schedule will be available on June 24, 2024. Check out the class schedule for updates.
  • Your assigned course registration date is July 29, starting at 8 a.m. (Pacific Time)
  • The fall quarter starts on Monday, Sept 23, 2024.
  • You will use MyPortal to register for classes, and first-time users need a CWID and password. Please refer to the ISP New Student Registration Module for password creation details.

Workshops

Assessment and Academic Workshop

Overview of the math, English and ESL assessments and academic counseling advising.
 
  • Date: Wednesday, June 26, 2024
  • Time: 10 am - 11 am
Register for the workshop

Pre-Registration Workshop

How to register for classes and tips on what classes to enroll for your first term. 
 
  • Date: Wednesday, July 17, 2024
  • Time: 10 am - 11 am

Post-Registration Workshop

Academic counselors available to review/answer any questions related to class registration.
  • Date: Wednesday, Aug 7, 2024
  • Time: 10 am - 11 am

Workshop for Transfer-in Students

Please note: This workshop is designed specifically for students who have completed U.S. college/universities courses and/or received Bachelor or higher degree. Having an unofficial U.S. transcripts copy available during the workshop is recommended.
  • Date: Monday, Aug 19, 2024
  • Time: 10 am - 11 am

Pre- and Post-Arrival Workshop

  • Date: Thursday, Aug 22, 2024
  • Time: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Tuition Payment

The fall 2024 deadline to pay tuition is Friday, Oct 4, 2024.

Please note:

  • International students have until the second Friday of the quarter to pay their fees, except for summer, when payment is due upon registration.
  • If you decide not to attend De Anza College, you must drop all classes before the refund deadline; otherwise, you're responsible for the fees. No exceptions apply, and the ISP office cannot drop classes on your behalf.
  • Refer to the refund policy for refund request. Feel free to contact Cashier's Office with any tuition payment questions.
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