International Education Center

​​​Dear International Student,

In order to limit the potential transmission of COVID-19, and out of an abundance of caution and care for the health and wellbeing of SMC's students, faculty, and staff, the college has taken specific actions that will influence how we provide education and services in the immediate future.

• Effective Wednesday, March 18, SMC will transition all in-person classes to temporary online instruction modalities such as Canvas, Zoom, and other platforms. 
• All Classes will remain in online modality until June 16^th, 2020. 
  
  If you have not received a communication about how to access your courses, please contact your professors immediately.
  
  Please Note: When your on-ground classes move online, your F-1 Visa will not be affected. You will maintain your valid F-1 visa status.
  
  While your classes will be online, the International Education Center (IEC) and other support services at Santa Monica College will be closed to in-person visits.  All our services will be offered remotely and available online. Please email us and our staff will assist you remotely. 
  
  Please contact the International Education Center as follows:
  
  To connect with a counselor for academic support and counseling online
  Web Portal: www.smc.edu/askiecc​
  
  To connect with a specialist for assistance with immigration and F-1 visa issues, Travel Signatures, health insurance questions, package program support housing, verification letters, Department of Motor Vehicles support, Social Security number questions and for all other services:
  Email: intled@smc.edu
  
  We realize this is a stressful time for you. Our top priority is your health and safety and we are here to help and support you. Please do not hesitate to contact us anytime you have a question or concern. The IEC is your home and we are all here to help.
  
  Warmest Regards,
  
  International Education Staff