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.
Summer 2023 Virtual Orientation
Wednesday, June 7, 2023
- Pacific Time (California) zone
- Orientation will be online.
- All sessions will be recorded.
- No need to be in the U.S. for orientation as there are no in-person events scheduled.
- Orientation zoom login details sent via email after registration completion.
- View the schedule for the summer orientation
Register Here
Class Schedule
- The first day of classes is Monday, July 3, 2023.
- The class schedule for summer 2023 quarter will be available on April 25, 2023. Check out Class schedule for updates.
Workshops
Assessment and Academic Workshop
Date: Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Time: 2-3 p.m.
Register for the workshopRegistration Workshop
Date: Wednesday, May 17, 2023
Time: 2-3 p.m.
Register for the workshopCourse Registration Date
- Your assigned course registration date is: May 19 starting at 8 a.m. (Pacific Time).
- You will use our online system MyPortal to register for classes and first-time users require a CWID and password.
- Refer to the ISP New Student Registration Module for further information on how to create a password for your MyPortal account.
On-Campus Course Requirement
Students admitted to Summer MUST enroll and complete a minimum of 6 units. Your 6 units classes MUST be on campus or hybrid.
Tuition Payment
During orientation day we will offer a workshop on tuition fees and payments.
More tuition payment information are available on the CANVAS module and are welcome to navigate through the De Anza website for additional details on the Student fees webpage.
Important: If your admission was very recently processed, you may not be able to log in to MyPortal, Canvas, the Student Health Portal or other systems right away. Please wait a few days before contacting us with log-in issues.
The Summer 2023 deadline to pay tuition is the first Friday of summer session, July 7, 2023.
Mandatory Check-In
Date: Thursday, June 29, 2023
Time: 1-3 p.m., PST
Location: Campus Center Conference Room A
Fall 2023 Virtual Orientation
Monday-Wednesday, Aug. 28-30, 2023
- Pacific Time (California) zone
- Orientation will be online
- All sessions will be recorded.
- No need to be in the U.S. for orientation as there are no in-person events scheduled.
- Orientation zoom login details sent via email after registration completion.
- The fall orientation schedule will be uploaded online shortly.
Register Here
Class Schedule
- The first day of classes is Monday, Sept. 25, 2023.
- The class schedule for fall 2023 quarter will be available on July 8, 2023. Check out Class schedule for updates.
Workshops
Assessment and Academic Workshop
Date: Wednesday, June 28
Time: 1-2 p.m.
Pre-Registration Workshop
Date: Wednesday, July 12
Time: 1-2 p.m.
Post-Registration Workshop
Date: Wednesday, July 19
Time: 1-2 p.m.
Course Registration Date
- Your assigned course registration date is: July 14 starting at 8 a.m. (Pacific Time).
- You will use our online system MyPortal to register for classes and first-time users require a CWID and password.
- Refer to the ISP New Student Registration Module for further information on how to create a password for your MyPortal account.
On-Campus Course Requirement
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Tuition Payment
During orientation week we will offer a workshop on tuition fees and payments. You can also review a power point presentation on the CANVAS module and are welcome to navigate through the De Anza website for additional details on the Student fees webpage.
International students have time to pay their fees until the second Friday of the quarter (except for summer where tuition payment is due immediately upon registration) and are exempt from the Drop for-non Payment policy.
The Fall 2023 deadline to pay tuition is Oct. 6, 2023.
Important: If your admission was very recently processed, you may not be able to log in to MyPortal, Canvas, the Student Health Portal or other systems right away. Please wait a few days before contacting us with log-in issues.
Mandatory Check-In
Students studying from INSIDE the U.S. for Fall 2023 quarter are REQUIRED to report in person at one of these Mandatory Check In events. Failure to report will result in the cancellation and/or termination of your Form I-20.
Date: Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2023
Time: 1-3 p.m., PST
Location: De Anza College Conference Room A&B
Date: Friday, Sept. 22, 2023
Time: 10 a.m.-noon, PST
Location: De Anza College Main Quad
Important for All Quarters
ISP New Student Registration Module
This is a very useful tool to learn how to register for classes and what classes new, first time students should be choosing for their first quarter at De Anza.
Log in to the course on the Canvas learning platform
Be sure to click “Enroll in Course” and then click on: “Go to the Course.”
Checklist For New Students
Please check out our Newly Admitted Students Page to keep yourself on track! On this webpage, you will find useful information and links to helpful resources for new students who are attending on an F-1 visa.
Academic Counseling
Before scheduling an appointment to meet with a counselor, we ask newly admitted students to take the assessment and attend the workshops listed on this page.
Assessment Video
Please review the Assessment explainer video for information on Math and English Assessment. You can also watch the slideshow.
CANVAS
De Anza uses a program called Canvas for online classroom. Depending on your instructor, it can be used for lectures, assignments, quizzes, discussions with your classmates, and more. As a new student, we ask that you review the ISP modules on Canvas.
Full-time Requirement
International F-1 visa students who will be studying from inside the U.S.MUST enroll and complete certain units in each quarter in order to maintain their immigration status in the U.S. Plan accordingly!
- In fall, winter and spring quarters : minimum of 12 units
- In Summer quarter: minimum of 6 units
Deadline to Drop Classes
If you decide you will not attend De Anza college, you must drop all of your classes by the due date as set by the college.
You’ll find the deadline for your class in MyPortal under “View Your Class Schedule.” This is solely the student's responsibility.
Failing to drop a class before the DUE date means you MUST pay for the tuition. There is no exception to this rule. The ISP office cannot drop classes for you.
Health Insurance
Health Insurance is mandatory for all F-1 visa students who will be studying from inside the U.S. At time of class registration, all students will be charged a fee of $576 for health coverage.
If you will be studying from OUTSIDE the US, we will send you instructions on how to waive your health insurance fee at a later date.
How to request a future quarter I-20
- If you CANNOT arrive in the U.S. before the first day of classes, you have to request a future quarter I-20. To do so, log onto the admission portal and complete this request on the top, right hand corner of the page.
- We receive a high volume of requests. Expect to wait a minimum of 2-3 weeks to receive your new I-20 after you submit your request for next available term. Timeline is longer for more future terms.
- Students may NOT enter the U.S. after a quarter has started. Be sure to request a new I-20 for the quarter you plan on entering the U.S. for.
Steps to Prepare for Your First Quarter
Follow the steps listed on the top of the Important For New F-1 Visa Students Page to get ready for your first quarter at De Anza.