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After Admission
Your Next Steps
Start your visa application, registration steps, and housing search right away.
![SBCC International students in class.](/international/isspimages/intlclass1.png)
The registration period opens soon!
There are several pre-registration steps you need to complete before you can register for your classes.
![F1 VIsa Graphic](/international/admitted/files/f1-visa.jpg)
An F-1 visa is issued by the U.S. Department of State to nonimmigrant students for the sole purpose of studying in the U.S.
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Find Housing
Whether you're looking to rent a room or an entire apartment, learn more about your housing options
Housing supply in Santa Barbara is limited, so start your search today!Welcome Week Information
![Circle of students around Maxwell Overlook](/international/isspimages/WW%20photo.jpg)
Transportation, medical insurance, campus ID card, athletics, DSPS, job opportunities and more! Fall Welcome Week: August 19-23 Free SIM cards available for pick up from the International Office when you arrive (Mon-Thurs 9-12 and 1-4).
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