International Student Brochure
Important Dates!
- Friday, December 19th – Office Closed
- Tuesday, December 23 through Friday, January 2 – Campus Closed for Winter Break
- Monday, January 5th – Office Open 8:30 am to 2:30 pm – Winter Intersession begins
- Tuesday, January 6th – Office Closed
- Wednesday, January 7th – Office Open 8:30 am to 2:30 pm
- Thursday, January 8th – Office Closed
- Friday, January 9th – Office Closed
- Monday, January 19 – Campus Closed
- Monday, January 26 – Spring 2026 semester begins
- Sunday, February 8 – Last day to add or drop classes to maintain full-time F1 status
- Friday, February 13 and Monday February 16 – Campus closed for holiday
- Monday, March 23 to Friday, March 27 – Campus closed for spring break
- Monday, March 30 – Fast Track 2 begins
- Monday, May 18 to Saturday, May 23 – Spring semester finals week
- Friday, May 22 – Palomar Commencement
COUNSELING APPOINTMENTS
- International Student Counselors are not available during the Summer Session.
- During Fall and Spring terms, book an appointment with the International Student Counselor by emailing internationalstudents@palomar.edu.
- Please include your name, student ID number, and reason for your visit in your email.
- To book an appointment with the General Counseling Office, please click here: Appointments – Counseling Department (palomar.edu).
Mission StatementThe Division of Enrollment Services is committed to excellence. We provide support services that enable prospective and current students to successfully navigate college and meet their learning goals. The division is made up of professionals who serve in the following areas: Admissions, Evaluations, Financial Aid, International Education, Records, Scholarships, and Veterans. We value empowerment, collaboration, and innovation. We complete our work accurately and maintain compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations. We work as a team and in partnership with all other areas of the college from a student’s first point of contact through completion. We care about our students and their success. |