Must I be a U.S. resident to apply to California Coast University?

Students who are interested in applying to California Coast University do not have to be a legal resident of California or the United States. For many students this may prove to be a more financially sound choice. Students do not have to be worried about the expenses of airfare, travel, lodging and living costs associated with being a non-resident student.


Are I-20 forms available for foreign students?

I-20 forms are not available for foreign students. The University does not provide any type of student visa services, nor does it vouch for the immigration status of any student's relationship with the United States Government. Additional details on the University's foreign student policy may be found by following this link: Foreign Student Policy

Foreign Degrees and Transcripts

The University's policy regarding foreign credentials requires that students utilize a credential evaluation service for the translation of any foreign transcript.

Credentials for admission must be documented in English. Applicants with non-U.S. educational credentials must first obtain a foreign credential evaluation from an independent U.S. evaluation service approved by the University.

Listed below are some reliable providers of international transcription and degree equivalency evaluations:

• Education Evaluators International, Inc. (EEI) ("Download Form")