International Student Program

Welcome to ECC International Student Program (ISP)!

El Camino College's International Student Program (ISP) is here to help F-1 visa students who are interested in or currently studying in the United States. Whether you are an interested person, new applicant or continuing student, the ISP website will guide you through support and ways to contact our office.

The International Student Program is here to help you! Please find our in person office hours and our virtual hours below. We are located on the first floor of the Student Services Building!

In-Person Office Hours

Monday: 8:00am- 5:00pm

Tuesday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Wednesday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Thursday: 8:00am- 5:00pm

Friday: 9:00am-1:00pm

Virtual Zoom Office Hours

Monday - Thursday : 10:00am - 4:00pm

https://elcamino-edu.zoom.us/j/2985984305

Chat: Monday-Thurdsay: 10:00-4:00pm

Click the "Ask Us" tab on our site to chat us!

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El Camino College strives to create an open and welcoming environment for all students to complete their educational dream of studying in the United States. With students from over 65 different countries, there are plenty of opportunities to get involved on and off campus. You will feel welcome here!

We offers four different types of programs for international students:

Associate of Arts (A.A.), Associate of Science (A.S.) degrees
Certificates
Transfer opportunity
Intensive English Program

Find Your Path

We're excited to welcome you to the Warrior family! The following links have important information that will help you navigate your journey here at El Camino. The International Student Program staff are also here to assist you; please contact us with an questions you have.

Program Overview

Take a quick look at our F1 visa program and ECC campus!

ISP Application & Admission

Learn the steps to apply as an F-1 visa student at ECC. This will also guide transfer-in and part-time students from other colleges.

Intensive English Program (ECLA)

Learn how our intensive English program can help you achieve English proficiency.

Contact ISP Staff

Meet our team and get in touch.

ISP Academic Counseling

Our knowledgeable international student counselors will help you to achieve your academic goals.

Find Degree & Certificate

Take a look programs for international students

New Student Page

The next steps to study at ECC after your acceptance.

Current Student Page

For all your current student needs!

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Important Notice

IMPORTANT: From Fall 2023, F1 visa students are required to take at least nine units on campus or hybrid courses to maintain their status.

Campus information: ECC's updates here.

Counselors are available via ECC Connect for counseling. They will no longer access counseling through Cranium Cafe. To make an appointment, please call, email , zoom, or walk into our office.

Email: ISPFrontDesk@elcamino.edu

Zoom: Visit Zoom Front Desk

Call: 310-660-3431

For Drop In Hours, please request a link from ISP Front Desk

Chat with ISP Counselor

Unfortunately, ECC is unable to process applications from Myanmar at this time.

Overseas Applicants (students applying for a new F-1 visa)

Overseas Applicants
Semester	Deadlines	Class Begins
Spring	December 15	End of August
Fall	July 15	Mid-February

Transfer Applicants (F-1 students already in the U.S.)

Transfer Applicants
Semester	Deadlines	Class Begins
Spring	January 15	End of August
Fall	August 1	Mid-February

What International Students Are Saying About ECC

At El Camino College, I can learn not only from my classes but also from my friends and the ECC community. El Camino College is the right place to find one's perfect professional path because of its various opportunities in each field.

- ISP student
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ISP peer-mentor program!Follow @ecc_isp

Join the International Student Community!

International Warriors Program

The International Warriors Program plays an essential role in creating supportive and meaningful connections between international students and the campus community. This peer-mentor program will help you and run various fun events all the year around.