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 2025

In-Person Check-In Event

  • Date: Tuesday, June 17, 2025
  • Time: 1 p.m
  • Location: Campus Center - Conference Room A&B
  • Schedule: TBD

REGISTER HERE

Workshops

Assessment and Academic Workshop

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

  • Date: Wednesday, April. 23, 2025
  • Time: 9 a.m-10 a.m.

Register for the workshop

Registration Workshop

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

  • Date: Wednesday, May. 14, 2025
  • Time: 11a.m- noon.

Register for the workshop

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: Wednesday, May. 28, 2025
  • Time: 1-2 p.m.

Register for the workshop

Registration Date and Class Schedule

  • The class schedule will be available on Apr. 21, 2025. Check out the class schedule for updates.
  • Your assigned course registration date is May 19, starting at 8 a.m. (Pacific Time)
  • The summer 2025 quarter starts on Monday, June. 30, 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 Summer 2025 must be paid upon registration.

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.


Fall 2025 TBD

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 Fall 2025 quarter are required to attend the orientation in person.

  • Date: TBD
  • Time: TBD
  • Location: TBD

Workshops

Assessment and Academic Workshop

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

  • Date: TBD
  • Time: TBD

Pre-Registration Workshop

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

  • Date: TBD
  • Time: TBD

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: TBD
  • Time: TBD

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: TBD
  • Time: TBD

Post - Registration Workshop

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

  • Date: TBD
  • Time: TBD

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: TBD
  • Time: TBD

Registration Date and Class Schedule

  • The class schedule will be available on June 23, 2025. Check out the class schedule for updates.
  • Your assigned course registration date is July 28, starting at 8 a.m. (Pacific Time)
  • The Fall 2025 quarter starts on Monday, Sep. 22, 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 Fall 2025 deadline to pay tuition is Friday, Oct. 3, 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.
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