JCCC enrolls over 1,300 immigrant and non-immigrant students each semester. These students bring rich diversity to our College and a global perspective to our classrooms by facilitating the understanding of foreign cultures.
Resource Information for International Students
The following information is a general guidance to help international students navigate the changing immigration landscape. Please note that this is generalized information and is subject to change, based on current statute and federal law.
- U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services provides updates on official government policies related to immigration into the United States.
- Informed Immigrant offers important resources for immigrants and allies.
- American Civil Liberties Union provides information and resources to help defend the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States.
- The Asylum Clinic Kansas City is a nonprofit that provides legal services to immigrants.
- La Luz Immigration Clinic is a full service immigration law firm sponsored by Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas.
- McCrummen & McCullick Immigration Law is a local law firm that provides employment, family-based asylum, immigration relief for victims of domestic violence, crime, naturalization, and federal appeals.
- Know Your Rights AILA: American Immigration Lawyers Association provides resources on your rights in the United States.
Overland Park and the surrounding Kansas City metropolitan area offer endless opportunities to try delicious new cuisines, visit popular museums, enjoy crowd-pleasing events, and cheer on our home sports teams.
Enrich your campus experience with engaging opportunities outside the classroom. Enjoy freshly cooked meals by our chefs in Dining Services. Showcase your country’s influential culture at our annual International Festival. Meet fellow multinational students and form lifelong friendships through our International Club. If English isn’t your first language, you’re welcome to practice your skills alongside JCCC students and staff at English Conversation Hour.
Student Ambassadors and staff are on board and ready to help you find your footing. Apply today to start your international education as a Cavalier—you belong here.
Experience a global community of caring faculty dedicated to student success. From career coaching to cultural exhibitions to academic study sessions, you’ll have the opportunity to thrive from day one:
- Get value for your money - JCCC's tuition is 1/3 the cost of most universities
- Take advantage of paid work opportunities
- Get to know your professors and classmates - JCCC's average class size is 30 students
- Access free or low-cost transportation through RideKC with your student ID
- Be a leader! Join other international students and run for Student Senate
- View art from across the globe at the Nerman Museum of Contemporary Art
- Get unlimited free tutoring in all your credit classes
- Get involved through clubs and organizations including our active and vibrant International Club
- Continue your international education with our transfer agreements
Get to know life as a Cavalier—explore our campus nolw!
Visit International and Immigrant Student Services (IISS) in COM 306, your main resource for your international education. You’ll find warm smiles and experienced staff ready to help you with admission assistance, federal regulations advisement, acculturation support, and guidance for accessing medical and community services. If you prefer to speak a language other than English, we are happy to accommodate you.
Get answers to all your important questions:
- How do I enroll?
- What tuition rate will I pay?
- Where can I get involved?
- How do I create my class schedule?
Stop by the IISS office and say hello! We’re right across from the Veteran and Military Student Resource Center.
- Are you living outside the United States and want to come to JCCC?
- Do you want to transfer to JCCC from another college in the United States?
- Do you want to take classes at JCCC that will transfer to your school within the United States?
- Do you want to change to F-1 status?
Note: While JCCC does not have housing or dormitories, we are happy to help you secure your own living arrangement.
Current students
Pull up a chair for English Conversation Hour, a casual opportunity for students and staff members to practice English-speaking skills, meet new people and discover other cultures.
Sessions are held on Thursdays from 2-3 p.m. in the CoLab (OCB 107). English Conversation Hour is offered in the spring and fall semesters when classes are in session.
Spring 2025
- Jan. 30
- Feb. 13, 27
- Mar. 13, 27
- Apr. 10, 24
Join the conversation and make new friends—for FREE!
RSVP at Get Involved - IISS, or drop in!
Contact Suzanne Maheu at smaheu@jccc.edu for more information.
