IEC@OCC Dates & Prices
- 2026 English Program Tuition & Fees
- 2026 Holidays & Class Breaks
- 2027 IEC@OCC English Program Dates
- 2027 IEC@OCC Holidays & Class Breaks
- IEC Admissions Information
2026 IEC@OCC English Program Dates
2026 IEC@OCC English Program Tuition & Fees
- One session tuition fee: $3,400
- Activity (required fee): $80 per session
- IEC@OCC application fee (non-refundable): $100
- Mandatory medical insurance per 8-week session is approximately $300 (depending on the session)
| Fees to be paid based on the number of sessions selected | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Sessions | Activity fee | Tuition | TOTAL | Your Savings! |
| 1 session | $80 | $3400 | $3480* | |
| 2 sessions | $160 | $6420 | $6580* | (save $380) |
| 3 sessions | $240 | $9460 | $9700* | (save $740) |
| 4 sessions | $320 | $12,140 | $12,460* | (save $1460) |
*does not include application fee ($100) and mandatory medical insurance of approximately $300 (depending on the session)
2026 HOLIDAYS & CLASS BREAKS
- January 19, Monday, Martin Luther King Jr. (no classes)
- February 16, Monday, Presidents' Day (no classes)
- April 17 - April 26, Spring Break
- May 26, Memorial Day Holiday (no classes)
- June 18 - June 28, Early Summer Break
- July 4 Holiday, Friday (no classes)
- August 14 - August 30, Late Summer Breaks
- September 7, Monday, Labor Day Holiday (no classes)
- October 12, Indigenous Peoples’ Holiday (no classes)
- November 11, Veterans Day Observed
- November 26, Thanksgiving Holiday (no classes)
2027 IEC@OCC English Program Dates
| Session | Orientation Dates | Class Dates |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | January 4 | January 5 – February 25 |
| 1 (Mid-Session) | January 29 | February 1 – February 25 |
| 2 | February 25 | March 1 – April 15 |
| 2 (Mid-Session) | March 19 | March 22 – April 15 |
| 3 | April 22 | April 26 – June 16 |
| 3 (Mid-Session) | May 21 | May 24 – June 16 |
| 4 | June 24 | June 28 – August 12 |
| 4 (Mid-Session) | July 16 | July 19 – August 12 |
| 5 | August 26 | August 30 – October 20 |
| 5 (Mid-Session) | September 24 | September 27 – October 20 |
| 6 | October 20 | October 25 – December 15 |
| 6 (Mid-Session) | November 19 | November 22 – December 15 |
2027 IEC@OCC English Program Tuition & Fees
- One session tuition fee: $3,400
- Activity (required fee): $80 per session
- IEC@OCC application fee (non-refundable): $100
- Mandatory medical insurance per 8-week session is approximately $300 (depending on the session)
| Fees to be paid based on the number of sessions selected | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Sessions | Activity fee | Tuition | TOTAL | Your Savings! |
| 1 Mid-Session | $80 | $1700 | $1780* | |
| 1 session | $80 | $3400 | $3480* | |
| 2 sessions | $160 | $6420 | $6580* | (save $380) |
| 3 sessions | $240 | $9460 | $9700* | (save $740) |
| 4 sessions | $320 | $12,140 | $12,460* | (save $1460) |
*does not include application fee ($100) and mandatory medical insurance (cost varies between $225 - $310 per 8-week session)
2027 HOLIDAYS & CLASS BREAKS
- January 18: MLK Holiday, no classes
- February 12: Lincoln's Day Observed Holiday
- February 15: Presidents' Day Holiday, no classes
- February 18: Flex Day, no classes
- March 18: Thursday, 1/2 Day
- March 29 – April 4: OCC Spring Recess
- April 16 – April 25: IEC Spring Break
- May 20: Thursday, 1/2 Day
- May 31: Memorial Day Holiday, no classes
- June 17 – June 27: IEC Early Summer Break
- July 4: July 4 Holiday, no classes
- July 15: Thursday, 1/2 Day
- August 29: IEC Late Summer Break
- September 6: Labor Day Holiday, no classes
- September 23: Thursday, 1/2 Day
- November 11: Veterans Day, no classes
- November 25: Thanksgiving, no classes
IEC@OCC Admissions Information
Accreditation: The International Education Center at Orange Coast College is fully accredited through the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation (CEA).
Number of international students: 36 per session from more than 24 different countries
Student activities: Through IEC activities, students have numerous opportunities to practice their English skills in the real world. IEC organizes weekend excursions, volunteer opportunities, academic workshops, and daily after-school events 3 to 5 times per week to showcase the best living in Southern California.
IEC activities are not just field trips: they allow students to broaden their study-abroad experience, practice English, learn more about Southern California, and build relationships with their teachers, classmates, and locals.
Housing: International students can live in a homestay with an American family or secure residential housing.
Homestay accommodations are arranged through three professional homestay companies that carefully select warm and welcoming American families to host international students. Visit the IEC@OCC Housing page for more information.
By registering with JumpOffCampus, all IEC@OCC students can access a current listing* of residential housing options in the area.
Medical Insurance: All F-1 visa international students must purchase medical insurance from IEC at the beginning of each session. IEC only accepts medical insurance waivers from F-1 visa international students studying in the U.S. with a government scholarship from their home country that includes a medical insurance policy. Learn more->
Required Admission Documents:
- 2026 IEC Application
- 2026 Tuition Payment Form
- $100 application fee
- Copy of passport (if available)
- Proof of financial support
- Copy of Bank Statement with correct amount ($6,025 per session)
Placement: All new IEC students take a placement test during orientation to determine their level of English. During the placement test students are assessed on their knowledge of reading, writing, speaking, grammar, and listening in English.
IEC does not offer courses for absolute beginners of English language learning. Prospective IEC students should have basic spelling skills, be able to write sentences, and read and understand simple paragraphs. While students without these skills may still attend IEC, they may be asked to hire a personal tutor and repeat the foundation-level class until these skills are mastered.
Contact information:
International Education Center at Orange Coast College (IEC)
2701 Fairview Road, Costa Mesa, California 92626
Ph: +1 (714) 432-5940 · Fax: +1 (714) 432-5191 · email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Global Engagement Center at Orange Coast College
2701 Fairview Road, Costa Mesa, California 92626
Ph: +1 (714) 432-5940 · Fax: +1 (714) 432-5191 · email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Web: http://www.orangecoastcollege.edu/global
Orange Coast College (OCC)
2701 Fairview Road, Costa Mesa, California 92626
Ph: +1 (714) 432-5772 · email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
web: http://www.orangecoastcollege.edu
*Orange Coast College and IEC@OCC do not review, inspect, or recommend, nor are we affiliated with any of the posted listings. Students should be aware that the postings may be made by any person in the community, not just OCC and IEC@OCC students. The student is responsible for interviewing all potential roommates and making arrangements for rental charges. OCC and IEC@OCC do not take any responsibility for the condition and/or specific circumstances arising from the use of this information. OCC and IEC@OCC expressly disclaim any responsibility for any problems that may arise about such property or rental units. All prospective tenants are encouraged to exercise their due diligence when evaluating any housing options, potential roommates, landlord, and rental (agreements) contracts.
