College of the Desert

College of the Desert welcomes applications from international students and offers a full-service International Student Program to support students throughout their studies. View our International Student Guide here!

"COD gives you the freedom to take control of your choices. COD has given me the opportunity to study STEM classes at my own pace. This campus has opened my eyes to the world of higher learning."

"I love the environment here. The people living around here are friendly and the fall season feels good as well."

"I came to study at COD to improve my English!"

"One of the main reasons that I chose to study at COD was the big variety of majors they offer here, especially in the science and medical fields."

"COD is the best place to meet new people and I have the opportunity to transfer to a university after I get my degree."

"I am learning to be independent, getting a good experience making many friends who can't speak my first language."

"College of the Desert offers great service to the International Community. The diversity here allows you to open your mind to new cultures."

"I came to COD because of the great international education programs offered! COD has given me many opportunities to learn about the American culture, and the staff is so helpful!"

"I came to COD to study Business Administration for two years and then transfer to a University. I always had a dream of continuing my education abroad, and my dream has come true at College of the Desert!"

"I chose College of the Desert because of its affordability and accessibility to GE courses that would be pricier at a four-year university. The staff, friends, and opportunities are a bonus! COD has helped me with personal and educational development."

"My goal while attending College of the Desert is to study animation, and transfer to a four-year college. My favorite thing about COD are the friends and professors I have connected with along the way."

"I decided to attend COD because it is really affordable! Thanks to grants and scholarships, it is like I am paid to go to school, and I really like that."

College of the Desert is centrally located near some great food, art, and big events that are recognized around the world! And Coachella Fest is a place where you can enjoy beautiful art, meet people from around the world, and hear some of the biggest music stars in the world.