Admitted Students

Discover everything you need to know to get started as a new international student at Monterey Peninsula College, from application requirements to navigating campus life.

Congratulations! You're Coming to MPC

Once you’re admitted to the International Student Program (ISP), you’ll receive a packet of information, including:

  • Your Acceptance Letter
  • Admission Form I-20

With those documents in hand, you’re ready to begin preparations to enroll. Use these resources to get started:

 

ISP New Student Checklist    Housing Information    FAQs
International Student Program - Rules to Remember

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New International Student Checklist

Now that you've been admitted to the International Student Program, complete these steps to enroll.

To begin the process of applying for an F-1 visa, please visit www.fmjfee.com to submit your I-901 SEVIS fee. You will need your SEVIS number and our SEVIS School Code (found on your I-20) to complete the form. 

Once paid, you can schedule your visa interview at your local US embassy or consulate up to 120 days before the start of your program. 

You may enter the U.S. up to 30 days before the start of your program. This date is listed as the "Earliest Admission Date" on your I-20.

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Now that you have been admitted to the International Student Program, you must apply separately to enroll using the Application for New Students. 

After submitting the free online application, you’ll receive a welcome email that provides a unique 9-digit student ID number and a CCC-ID number.

You’ll need these numbers throughout the remainder of the admissions process and during your studies at MPC.

International students who submitted a TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo score must complete the ESL self-assessment.

To access the questionnaire: 

  1. Visit Testing & Placement Page  
  2. Select the link for English as a Second Language
  3. Log in with your CCC-ID and MPC ID number.

Guided placement recommendations are available immediately upon completing the online questionnaires.

Save your recommendations and provide the results to the ISP Counselor during your counseling appointment.

Schedule an appointment to meet with an ISP counselor to create an Education Plan.

To make an appointment, log in to the Online ISP Counseling Portal using your MPC ID number.

You may schedule your appointment after orientation, but availability may be limited. If you’re in the area earlier, you’re encouraged to make an appointment before orientation.  Appointments are also available by phone.

You must attend orientation before starting classes.  Please plan to arrive in Monterey, CA prior to the orientation date. RSVP for the orientation session when you submit your ISP Admissions Acceptance form.

Once you arrive at MPC, submit your completed I-94 form.

To complete the form, visit https://i94.cbp.dhs.gov/I94. Print the confirmation page and bring it with you to give to ISP staff.

Housing Information

Monterey Peninsula College does not provide on-campus housing (dormitories) and does not provide or secure off-campus housing or rentals. We encourage international students to find a place to stay before their arrival in the U.S. 

Tips

  • Like many coastal tourist towns, Monterey is a popular place to live, and rent is expensive. Many students try to find roommates to share costs. 
  • Many property owners or landlords require proof of established credit and/or references. One way to establish credit is to open a checking account at a U.S. bank. 
  • Never offer or send money in advance until you have visited the apartment or house and are ready to move in. 

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