Å®ÓÅapp

Ranked top 47 in the USA, Å®ÓÅapp (Å®ÓÅapp) offers and excellent gateway to education in the USA!

Drawn by over 100 diverse accredited programs, athletics and artistic practice, students from more than 50 countries come to Å®ÓÅapp to find a quality education. In return, Å®ÓÅapp embraces and welcomes their contribution of ideas, culture and passion while providing an affordable, safe and accessible option just a short drive from Los Angeles.

Contact Us

Technology B, Room 203
Å®ÓÅapp
4800 Magnolia Ave.
Riverside, CA 92506, USA
(951) 222-8160
internationalcenter@rcc.edu

Our International Student Services

Please email our office for the following services which do not require an appointment: Travel signature, change address, request letters, pick up/drop off documents. 

Please make an appointment with an academic counselor for the following services:

1. Transfer Requirements
2. More/Less Units
3. Academic Probation/Dismissal
4. Other academic-related services

International students can also meet with counselors at the Counseling Center.

Please make an appointment with an international student advisor for the following services:

1. OPT advising
2. I-20 Advising 
3. Other F-1 advising related services

International Student Health Insurance Requirement

All students at Å®ÓÅappD on an F1 student visa are required to purchase health insurance coverage through the college approved provider.  

We have secured health insurance coverage for our international students through . International Student Insurance Plan is available specifically for our students. On the  site, you will find information about enrollment, plan overview, information on how to use your plan, and how to find a provider.

Insurance term dates for the fall are July 15-January 14 and January 15-July 14 for the spring.

International Student Life

Our Center for International Student & Programs 

Center for International Student & Programs (CISP) at Å®ÓÅapp serves all international students at Riverside Community College District. We provide a variety of services catered to international students. Stop by our office on the Å®ÓÅapp campus in Tech Building, Room 203 to find out more about our services, meet our staff, and grab a snack or coffee

Student Clubs

Å®ÓÅapp offers a unique and diverse list of many clubs and organizations that you can become involved in to enjoy friendships, make a difference, gain leadership skills and earn volunteer community service hours.  With a huge range in themes from cultural and artistic to political and career centered, there is a place for everyone. 

Volunteering

We would love to have you volunteer and engage with other international students through our office. We welcome volunteers to assist with various CISP events such as orientation, luncheons, and other events. Please contact us if you would like to be added to our list of volunteers. There are also volunteering opportunities through service to an Å®ÓÅapp club. You will be able to log hours and even be considered for awards. Keep in mind that all volunteer experiences look great on your resume and can lead to great references.

Things to Do in Riverside

Riverside has a variety of activities for students to enjoy. From the arts to outdoor activities, you are sure to find something fun and exciting to do on your time off from studying hard. 

The Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange for Young Professionals (CBYX) is a fellowship funded by the German Bundestag and U.S. Department of State, that annually provides 75 American and 75 German young professionals, between the ages of 18½–24, the opportunity to spend one year in each other’s countries, studying, interning, and living with hosts on a cultural immersion program. Å®ÓÅapp is proud to host students in the