Due to COVID-19, new students who are applying from their home country can only be admitted if they plan to take at least one face-to-face class. However, transfer students who are already in the U.S. with a valid F-1 visa and I-20 can be admitted even for fully online programs. The majority of courses are currently online/remote, but please check the Schedule webpage for more information. This information may change at any time.
On this webpage, you will find the detailed instructions and documents to apply to CCSF for the various programs that we offer to international students (F-1 visa).
To learn more about the different programs before applying, click on "Our Programs" in the navigation bar above.
Please send all of your application documents via e-mail to: international@ccsf.edu
How do I submit my application documents?
Please send all of your documents via e-mail to: international@ccsf.edu
- Only include PDF documents
- Each PDF file should be renamed according to its content (example: "Passport.pdf")
(Due to COVID-19, we currently don't accept applications submitted via postal mail or in person).
What happens after I submit my application?
Our office will review and evaluate your application within 4 to 5 weeks and will contact you via email once your application has been reviewed. Then:
- If you are a new student, you will receive an acceptance letter and a Form I-20. The Form I-20 will allow you to schedule an appointment at the U.S. embassy in your home country to apply for an F-1 student visa.
- If you are a transfer student, you will receive an acceptance letter and a transfer-in form. These documents must be submitted to your current/previous school, so they can transfer your SEVIS record (I-20) to CCSF.
- A few weeks later, we will send you another email with detailed instructions about orientation, counseling, and steps to complete for class registration.