International Students

 How Can I Help You?

  • Classes Offered for Spring 2025

    Contra Costa College (CCC), Diablo Valley College (DVC) and Los Medanos College (LMC) are planning for a hybrid format for spring 2025. There will be a significant increase in the number of in-person courses (includes hybrid = combination of online & in-person instruction).  

  • What documents will I need to apply to LMC?

    You will need the following to complete the LMC International Student Application:
    1) You must complete the International Student Admissions Application in order to obtain your personalized student identification number.
    2) Demonstration of English proficiency document
    3) Financial Verification document from banking institution equal to $30,150.00 US currency

    Sponsor Financial Verification Form

  • Do I need to register for a hybrid or in-person course to obtain my F1 Visa?

    Yes, according to U.S. immigration regulations, you must register for at least one course  (3 units) with an in-person component to obtain your F-1 visa. 

    Additionally, F-1 international students arriving in the U.S must be enrolled in at least one partially online or fully in-person course of 3 units for their I-20 to be registered. I-20 registration is required to maintain F-1 immigration status in the U.S.

  • What degrees do you have to offer at LMC?

    Los Medanos College offers a variety of certificate and degree programs that can lead to employment and/or transfer to four year universities. For a detailed list of programs of study visit the Degrees and Certificates page

  • What courses do I need to take for my major?

    Your major will determine what courses you will need to take. Review degree requirements in the catalog and with a counselor in the development of your educational plan to avoid taking unnecessary classes and delaying your graduation or transfer plans. Visit the online catalog.  schedule of classes

    • Asynchronous courses (no set class meetings) will have “ONLINE” included in the meeting days/times column, and no days or times will be listed. Also, the comments section will not include references to any required orientations or synchronous class sessions.  
    • Synchronous courses (online courses that have set class meetings on specific days using Zoom software and on California/Pacific Standard Time) will list the days and times of instruction OR there will be specific synchronous meeting sessions listed in the comments section.  
  • Do I need to take an English Proficiency Test to be admitted into LMC?

    Students must have a certain level of English proficiency to be successful at LMC. Prospective students whose first language is not English must demonstrate English Language Proficiency by one of the following for admission into Los Medanos College:

    English Proficiency

  • How much does it cost to attend LMC as an International Student?
    International students must submit documentation indicating ability to cover all expenses for at least one year, which includes tuition, fees, related academic costs, books, living expenses, transportation and miscellaneous expenditures, for themselves and any dependents. 

     

    Tuition & Enrollment Fees
    *are subject to change annual increases
    2024-2025 non-resident tuition is $438.00/unit    		 $10,512.00
    Mandatory Health Insurance*
    $756.45 August 1-December 31
    $1059.03 January 1-July 31    		 $1,816.00
    Transportation $1,238.00
    Housing/Food $11, 700.00
    Books & Supplies $1,854.00
    Misc. Living Expenses $3030.00
    Total for 2024-2025 $30, 150.00


    Admissions & Records will communicate with you about this process. If you are transferring from a U.S. institution, please contact the international office at your college for guidance. 

  •  When is the application deadline?
     
    Term Application Deadline
    Fall July 1 - If outside of the United States
    August 1- If within the United States
    Spring December 1- if outside of the United States
    January 1- If  within the United States
  • How early can I enter into the United States?
    Students who have been issued an F-1 visa are eligible to enter the United States up to thirty (30) days before the “reporting date” on the I-20 form, but not earlier. While the issuance of an F-1 visa gives you permission to request entry to the U.S. during that thirty-day period, the visa itself does not guarantee entry to the United States.
  • How do I obtain my I-20?

    The SEVIS generated I-20 Form is the official document required to apply for a United States F-1 Student Visa. This document is processed and issued in compliance with terms set forth by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Once issued a SEVIS I-20, it is your responsibility to contact an embassy in your home country in order to apply for F-1 visa status.

    • You must be fully admitted to the college as a full time student and have demonstrated having English proficiency.
    • You must submit a completed Financial Statement verifying sufficient funding for at least one year of expenses at LMC.
      • If you already hold a valid F1 Visa from another school and plan to transfer to LMC you must also complete and return the I-20 transfer release form along with a photocopy of your current I-20 form.
  • Do you offer on campus housing?

    LMC currently does not offer on campus housing to students. If you are in need of housing, we recommend that you contact our preferred partner Diablo Valley Homestay.

  • Can I apply for financial aid?

    Need-based financial aid is not available for international students. We recommend that international students research scholarship opportunities that may be available to international students.

  • Have more questions?

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