The College has had an international student program for over 30 years with approximately 200 students from a wide variety of countries currently participating. The completion rate of our credit international students is one of the highest of all California community colleges. The College also accepts international students into an Intensive English Program. International students enrolled at College of Marin all receive free student services including orientation, specialized counseling with an individualized educational plan as well as assistance with transfer and answers to immigration questions. The Indian Valley campus includes an Olympic size swimming pool.
Students find the peace of a suburban setting conducive to study.
At the same time, proximity to a world-renowned international city offers a plethora of interesting cultural activities. The San Francisco Bay Area is a multi-cultural area, producing a comfortable environment for international students. For after class leisure activities, Marin has some of the best weather in the entire United States in which to enjoy such sports as hiking, tennis, sailing, swimming and mountain biking. Winter skiing is just a 3 hour drive to Lake Tahoe.