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    San Pablo, USA
    • Type
      Public
    • International students
      24
    • Nationalities
      13
    • Total programs
      51

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    Study abroad at Contra Costa College

    Contra Costa College (CCC) is a great place for international students to study and experience American culture. Its campus is headquartered in San Pablo, a welcoming city in California’s well-known Bay Area region.

    Overseas students enrolled at the College can choose from a vast array of fantastic programs in a wide range of subject areas. There’s everything from analytical courses like mathematics, to creative ones like music - there’s something for all.

    CCC’s state-of-the-art campus is home to a number of brilliant facilities like a spacious library, helpful career services, incredible counseling workshops, a handy bookstore, fabulous tutoring initiatives, and so much more.

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    Why study at Contra Costa College?

    • High transfer rate

      50% of international student transfers to 4-year institutions like UCLA and UC Berkeley

    • Award-winning institution

      Presidential award-winning Center for Science Excellence program

    • Diverse student body

      Students from all over the globe study at CCC

    Life as an international student

    There are currently international students from 24 countries currently studying at the College. The student community is very multi-ethnic, open, welcoming, and friendly - it is an incredible melting pot of languages, cultures, and traditions.

    The College’s amazing international student services staff are always available to help overseas students with any problems or questions they may have, from adjusting to life in the US to finding a job after graduation.

    International students at CCC can enjoy many events, clubs, and organizations throughout the academic year. There’s everything from faith groups, health workshops, and gaming societies - there’s something for every passion.

    Student life & facilities

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    • Library
      • Individual Study Rooms
      • Computer labs
      • Group Study Rooms
      • Quiet Areas
    • No. of All Weather Sports Pitches
      • No. of Swimming pools
      • No. of Baseball Pitches
      • No. of Tennis Courts 8
      • No. of Basketball Courts
      • No. of volleyball courts
    • IT Support
      • Loan Laptops
      • Campus Wireless Connectivity
    • Food & Restaurants
      • Restaurants
      • Cafe’s
    • Sports Facilities
      • No. of Natural Turf American Football Pitches
      • Sport facilities
      • No. of Natural Turf Soccer Pitches
    • Clubs & Organisations
      • No. of Clubs & Organizations 26
    • Transport
      • Campus parking
    • Tutoring Support
      • Student Tutoring & Support
      • Academic Tutoring & Support
    • Praying Rooms
      • Group Praying Rooms

    Fees and funding

    Fee information

    • Undergraduate tuition: USD$10,380 per year

    Funding

    Lilyan J. Cole Scholarship Fund

    • Amount: US$5,000
    • Requirement: One scholarship of $5000 for a student returning to CCC in the fall term and maintaining a 3.0 minimum cumulative GPA.

    Mack and Gaye Williams Scholarship

    • Amount: US$2,000
    • Requirement: Maintains a GPA of 2.5+, Pre-Law major or closely related major & have plans to transfer to a 4-year college or university in the upcoming academic year.

    Business Department Scholarship

    • Amount: US$1,000
    • Requirements: Be a Business major, must have completed at least 15 units with a 3.0 GPA or higher and be returning to CCC as a full-time student in the upcoming academic year, and must intend to transfer to a four-year college or university.

    Genirberg Family Scholarship

    • Amount: US$2,500
    • Requirement: Must be continuing at CCC for the upcoming fall semester, have a 3.0 GPA, and be majoring in Automotive, Culinary, Biotechnology, Computers & Communication Technology, or Nursing.

    Location

    Contra Costa College

    2600 Mission Bell Dr, San Pablo, CA 94806, United States

    San Pablo is a great location for international students. It’s home to a rich culture and fascinating history. The city is also home to numerous social hangouts, cultural districts, entertainment venues, nightlife spots, and shopping centers.

    Visa requirements for Contra Costa College

    Many international students will require a visa to study in the US, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

    USA student visa requirements