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 Workshops

Monday-Tuesday, Dec. 9-10, 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.

Click Here to Join!

In-Person Check-In Event

REGISTER HERE

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 p.m.

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 p.m.

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: 3-4 p.m.

Register for the workshop

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.

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.


Spring 2025 Online Workshops

  • Please scroll down to view the workshop details, including date and time.
  • These workshops offer essential guidance on how to register for classes and which courses to take in your first quarter.
  • All workshops will be conducted online via Zoom and follow Pacific Standard Time (PST).

REGISTER HERELog in to your application portal to sign up for the online workshops.

In-Person Orientation

International students studying from inside the U.S. for Spring 2025 quarter are required to attend the orientation in person.

  • Date: Wednesday-Thursday, March 26-27
  • Time: 9 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. each day
  • Location: Campus Center - Conference Room A&B
  •  

Workshops

Assessment and Academic Workshop

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

  • Date: Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025
  • Time: 10-11 a.m., PST

Pre-Registration Workshop

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

  • Date: Friday, Feb. 21, 2025
  • Time: 10-11 a.m., PST

How to Enroll in Classes Workshop

This hands-on workshop guides you through enrolling in classes, focusing on adding courses and navigating the student portal. It will not advise on class selection. A Q&A session follows.

  • Date: Friday, Feb. 21, 2025
  • Time: 11 a.m.-Noon, PST

Pre- and Post-Arrival Workshop

This workshop helps new international students navigate the essential steps before and after arriving in the U.S. (Please note that academic advising and course selection will not be covered.)

  • Date: Tuesday, March 4, 2025
  • Time: 10-11 a.m., PST

Post - Registration Workshop

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

  • Date: Thursday, March 6, 2025
  • Time: 10-11 a.m., PST

How to Enroll in Classes Workshop

This hands-on workshop guides you through enrolling in classes, focusing on adding courses and navigating the student portal. It will not advise on class selection. A Q&A session follows.

  • Date: Thursday, March 6, 2025
  • Time: 11 a.m.-Noon, PST

Registration Date and Class Schedule

  • The class schedule will be available on Jan. 27, 2025. Check out the class schedule for updates.
  • Your assigned course registration date is Feb. 25, starting at 8 a.m. (Pacific Time)
  • The spring 2025 quarter starts on Monday, April 7, 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.

Tuition Payment

The spring 2025 deadline to pay tuition is Friday, April 18, 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.
Back to Top