International Students

 

General Information

Los Angeles
Pierce College
is one of the leading
community colleges
in California, offering
students top-quality
educational opportunities
in a friendly, supportive
environment.

Pierce College
provides international
students exceptional
academic and vocational
programs at a significantly
lower cost than the
traditional four-year
colleges and universities.

Founded in 1947 and accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges,
Pierce College is located in the beautiful San Fernando Valley of Southern California in the city of Los Angeles.

 

International Student Handbook



FEE SCHEDULE & ESTIMATED LIVING EXPENSES


  • Safe, supportive environment
  • Beautiful campus
  • Relatively smaller classes
  • Over 100 academic & vocational programs to choose from.
  • Highest transfer rate to prestigious universities
  • Attractive Los Angeles location
  • Upscale community
  • Low cost tuition

 

HOUSING

Pierce College does not have on-campus housing facilities for its students. International students generally live in apartments close to campus, rent rooms in houses within the community, or stay with relatives. The Daily News newspaper is a good source of rentals in community. Pierce students also may live in Northridge Campus Residence, a privately operated student dormitory, located about 7 miles from our campus. Another option is Oakwood Corporate Housing. Oakwood is located two miles from campus and offers resort-style amenities with several rate-packages (maid service, furnished units, etc.). Should you require referrals to local hotels, please contact the International Students Office.

Please click here to view Host Home Information

TRANSPORTATION

Pierce College is served by bus lines of the Los Angeles Metropolitan Transit District [MTA] including the new "Orangeline". To view the timetables for these lines access the MTA Web site. Timetables are formatted in Adobe PDF Format. To properly view timetables, your browser or system must be equipped with Adobe's Acrobat Reader.




(These links are located at the top and bottom of every page)

:: How to Apply
How and when to apply to Pierce; Application Form; Information Booklet; Deadlines; Fees; Contact Information.

:: Academic Programs
College Environment; Academic Majors & Fields; Transfer; Certificate & Associate Degree Programs.

:: Student Life
Life in Los Angeles; Attractions; International Students Club.

:: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Please read this page if you have any inquiries.

:: EducationUSA site (http://educationusa.state.gov)
Information for prospective students about the advising and orientation programs available in their home countries.

 


International Student email: intlstu@piercecollege.edu
L.A. Pierce College International Students Program - 6201 Winnetka Ave., Woodland Hills, California 91371
Home - General Information - How to Apply - Academic Programs - Student Life - FAQ