Study in California: from admission to campus life
## Housing and transport UCLA is in Westwood, USC in University Park and Caltech in Pasadena. UC San Diego, Berkeley and Stanford are outside LA. Compare commute, campus transport and lease conditions. Never send a deposit without checking
Start with your international office
Ask your university which documents, check-in deadlines and orientation apply to your admission. F-1 and J-1 pathways have different conditions; discuss work, internships and travel with the responsible office before committing.
Housing and transport
UCLA is in Westwood, USC in University Park and Caltech in Pasadena. UC San Diego, Berkeley and Stanford are outside LA. Compare commute, campus transport and lease conditions. Never send a deposit without checking the landlord and property.
Your first campus week
List your student ID, health coverage, library, phone and orientation events. Check whether your enrollment includes facilities before paying for extra subscriptions.
Personal in westly
Choose Study and your campus in My situation to prioritize campus setup and local services.