DR. JACOB NG VICE CHANCELLOR International Affairs, Distance & Community Education

The Peralta Colleges are Located on “the Bright Side of the San Francisco Bay.” Enjoy the cultural diversity, moderate climate and beautiful surroundings that make the San Francisco/Oakland Bay Area one of the top tourist destinations in the world. Our Peralta student population mirrors the ethnic diversity of the San Francisco Bay Area. At Peralta Colleges, you find students from all over the world, from diverse cultural backgrounds and world views, pursuing their academic goals, and sharing their dreams and experiences.

The Peralta Colleges have special partnerships with the U. C. and C. S The Peralta Colleges have special partnerships with the U.C. and C.S.U. university systems. More than 800 students transfer every year to four-year colleges and universities, and the Peralta Colleges are ranked in the top five for transfers to U.C. Berkeley.

University of California Transfer Admission Guarantee Program UC Davis UC Irvine UC Merced UC Riverside UC San Diego UC Santa Barbara UC Santa Cruz www.UCTransfer.org

The Peralta Community College District is Comprised of Four Reputable Colleges

The Value of Choosing the Peralta Colleges Compare the costs! The Peralta Colleges $5,000   Lower prices offer a more cost effective education. The opportunity to explore majors while completing the general education requirements that form the first two years of a bachelors degree. Peralta Colleges offer hands-on experience and goal-specific classes that are taught by award-winning faculty and real-world industry leaders. Our quality international student support services help students adjust to life in the U.S. and promote student success.

Academics Over 2,000 subjects offered, such as: Business and Management Computer Information Science Nursing Radiologic Technology Multimedia Biotechnology Ethnic Studies Physical and Life Sciences Engineering

Over 200 Online Classes Offered! Online Education Over 200 Online Classes Offered! Start taking classes before coming to the United States Online classes provide flexibility to learn from home or on campus ePeralta.org is a virtual community dedicated to supporting the effective integration of instructional technology in teaching at the Peralta Community College District

International Student Orientation Upon arrival, students are introduced to the staff of the Office of International and Distance Education and learn about the services provided by our office. Topics include; Housing – Transportation – Safety – Health Insurance – Immigration Matters Academic Matters – Maintaining Student Status – Banking – Activities & Trips

Apply and Register Online: www.Peralta.edu Enrollment Apply and Register Online: www.Peralta.edu For Online Classes: ePeralta.org For More Information Contact: Drew Gephart Tel: 510-587-7834, Email: dgephart@peralta.edu Tim Gibbon Tel: 510-587-7837, Email: tgibbon@peralta.edu