Steps to Become a Student

After being admitted to the college, international students should take the following steps:

1. Pay SEVIS Fee (Student & Exchange Visitor Information System)
2. Apply for an F-1 Student Visa in the U.S. Embassy or a U.S. consulate
3. Arrange for your flight to San Bernardino, California 
4. Complete an online Student Orientation
5. Complete the Basic Skills Assessment Test
6. Be ready to submit proof of health insurance as specfied during your counseling appointment
7. Schedule an appointment with International Student Counselor
8. Log in to SelfService, register for classes and pay for the classes and fees
   • Register in the classes as detailed in your education plan. Make sure you register in three or more on-campus classes and only one online class to maintain a full-time course load of 12 or more units as approved by your international student counselor.

   • Use the links below for further information or reference relative to the course load.

   • https://www.ice.gov/news/releases/sevp-modifies-temporary-exemptions-nonimmigrant-students-taking-online-courses-during

   • https://www.ice.gov/doclib/coronavirus/covid19faq.pdf