Santa Clara University

International Students

The Engineering Graduate Programs welcome international students.  We have students from all parts of the world, such as Africa, Asia, Europe, South, and North America.  The diverse cultural experiences and perspectives our international students bring to campus enrich us all.  Our international students enjoy studying here because they feel comfortable with the mild Northern California weather, the personal attention they receive from the faculty, the welcome feeling of a close community, the proximity to Silicon Valley, and the closeness of Northern California attractions.

The International Student Services is the headquarter for all campus international student activities. We invite you to visit our campus and our office to meet with our staff and our current international students, or browse our Web site to find the answers of many frequently asked questions.

Student Life Coordinator

Arriving to the United States for the first time for international students can be daunting. At Santa Clara University (SCU), we help make that transition as smooth and simple as possible. Our commitment and compassion towards student services start from the moment they apply to our institution. Specifically responsible for this service is the Student Life Coordinator.

The Student Life Coordinator will help international students ease into the adjustments of Santa Clara University and provide logistical support one may be unfamiliar with. As the main liaison, this person will act as your counselor along with the staff at the International Student Services (ISS).

The Student Life Coordinator will help nourish your time in the US and SCU by providing services including: Exposure to the campus life with involvement in minority clubs, providing assistance about on-/off-campus housing, informing you on the latest job opportunities, travel information, bank account and social security number obtainment, and much more.

With its diverse population at SCU, students have an endless opportunity to meet new people and make new friends. At SCU, our students, faculty and staff come together to present a friendly and welcoming environment for everyone. Quarterly ISS “coffee breaks” also gives the opportunity for students to mingle with other international students; whether they are Engineering majors or not.

Santa Clara University is committed in providing you with the ideal destination for your academic, personal and professional path.

The following are some information a Student Life Coordinator may assist you with:

• Club Involvement
• • Association for Graduate Engineering Students (AGES)
  • Chinese Student Association (CSA)
  • Graduate Indian Club
  • International Club
  • ISS coffee break – mingle with other international students
• On-Campus and Off-Campus housing
• • On-campus housing
  • Off-campus housing
• Travel Information
• • Transportation
  • TSA regulation
  • Driver’s License or Car registration information
• Help inform you on Job Opportunities
• • On-campus & off-campus
  • Internships, Co-op, Part-time & Full-time work
• Miscellaneous Information
• • Bank Account
  • Social Security Number
  • Local Tourist Attractions (inform them about local places to visit)
  • Medical Insurance Information

Please email your questions to Rosie Chow at RJChow@scu.edu.