Orange Coast College (OCC)

Orange Coast College's English program (IEC@OCC) offers intensive English and academic preparation courses. Upon successful completion of the English program, conditional admission to OCC is provided. The program consists of 6 levels: Foundation, Intermediate A, B, C, and Advanced A, B. There are 6 sessions a year, and each session lasts 8 weeks. With a maximum of 15 students per class, you receive personal attention and care, and you receive quality instruction from experienced teachers who all hold a master's degree in TESL. In addition, classes are made up of students with the same goals who are committed to their studies, which creates a good class atmosphere. IEC students can use OCC's library and computer labs and obtain the materials they need for their studies. You can also take part in a variety of activities, including volunteer work and community service. In addition, you can receive academic advice on enrolling at OCC after the English program and on transferring to prestigious four-year universities.

OCC has more than 60 student clubs and organizations that are open to all registered students. These clubs sponsor social events, special activities, speakers and fundraising and community service events. Many clubs are academically oriented, such as, Radiology, Film, Architecture, and Business while others are special interest clubs such as Amnesty and Repertory Theatre. Some culture-specific clubs include the Muslim Student Association, Vietnamese Student Association, Film Club, Inter-Cultural Club and many others.