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Grossmont College does not offer on-campus housing. The majority of students at our school live in apartments, either alone or with roommates. The type and location of the apartment can have a significant impact on the rental price. Monthly rent for shared residences, without utilities and meals, ranges from $400 to $800 per person. The International Student Center of Grossmont College maintains a housing email. Students who either have available rooms or are seeking a room or roommate send mail with their details. Some housing resources are also mentioned on the college website.   

Grossmont College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC) which is associated with the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). According to Niche, the college ranked #179 of 755 in Best Community Colleges in America. It also ranked 72nd out of the top 100 colleges and universities for Hispanics. Studying at Grossmont College is also cost effective with an estimated living expense of $22,725 (INR 19,10,672). The college is well known for helping students transfer to esteemed universities, especially San Diego State University.

Getting part-time jobs while studying at Grossmont College is manageable. Grossmont College has a Student Placement Center that assists students in finding part-time jobs both on-campus and in the local community. The college has a Federal Work-study program that offers students on-campus or off-campus jobs in community service positions. Some job positions are teacher's aide, clerk, grounds person, custodian, and lab assistant. Wage is determined by the job type and difficulty. 

Most of the college reviews about Grossmont College are positive. Students mention that the college feels welcoming and comfortable. Students state that the professors are understanding and very helpful. Students like the fact that most of the time, the course materials are easily available and well-structured. Students appreciate the flexibility of online learning.

A few negative reviews mention that the college lacks social life and some college facilities are not well maintained. 

The tuition for two semesters at Grossmont College is $9,692 (INR 8,14,883). The fee charged by the college is $48 and the estimated living expenses are approximately $22,725 (INR 19,10,672). Students should budget for $4,500 in other miscellaneous living expenses.

Yes, Grossmont College is generally more affordable than Diablo Valley College.

Community colleges are usually the least expensive option for college, especially for in-state students. This is because of their public funding, lower cost-per-credit, and fewer fees and expenses associated with living and studying on campus. 

The English proficiency tests and minimum scores accepted by Grossmont College are -

The estimated annual expense at Grossmont College is as follows-

Tuition and Fees: $9,692 (INR 8,14,883) [$402 x 12 units =$4824 x 2 semesters + $48 fees = $9696]

Living Expenses: $22,725 (INR 19,10,672)

Total Expenses: $32,421   (INR 27,25,892)

Diablo Valley College does not charge any application fee. It is free to apply, making it accessible for prospective students. Applicants can apply on the college's official website and create a login page. Before applying as an international student,you must first have an OpenCCC Account.

Application process at Grossmont College:

Create a CCCApply account.

Complete ‘New Application’ on CCCApply.

 Wait 24-48 hours for your account to be established and you will receive a Grossmont College ID No. 

Complete the application form.

Submit the required documents-

• A copy of your passport
• Evidence of fluency in English
• Official diploma or certificate from High School/secondary school or transcripts from any college you have attended.
• Financial proof including bank statements, scholarship letters, financial aid letters etc.
• Copy of F-1 Visa, I-94, and current I-20

The acceptance rate of Grossmont College is 100%. Since the college has an open admissions policy, the majority of applicants who fulfill the prerequisites get admitted. Applicants typically need to submit high school, graduation or equivalent certificates. 

The following are the documents required in the visa process for Indian students-

• A valid passport with a validity date at least six months beyond your intended period of stay. 
• Passport-sized photos.
• College acceptance letter.
• An I-20 form issued by North Seattle College
• Original and official secondary school and college transcripts, and diplomas translated into English.
• English Proficiency Test Scores.
• Financial documents demonstrating enough funds.
• SEVIS I-901 form confirmation page.
• Visa Application Form (DS-160) and visa application fee receipt.

The exam body provides an application correction window after the last date to fill the application form during which applicants can make changes to their PUBDET application forms. The application correction window is only open for a few days. Once it has passed, you cannot change your exam centre choices. Dates for the application correction window will be announced by the exam body on their official website after the application form is available. You can keep tabs on it. 

Application deadlines for International students at Grossmont College-

Fall Semester 2026 - Feb 1, 2026 to Jun 1, 2026 

Spring Semester 2026 - Sep 1, 2026 to Oct 15, 2026

Fall Semester 2026- Feb 1, 2026 to Jun 1, 2026

Yes, an average Indian student can join Grossmont College.

The acceptance rate of Grossmont College is 100%. Since the college has an open admissions policy, the majority of applicants who fulfill the prerequisites get admitted. Applicants typically need to submit high school, graduation or equivalent certificates.

Getting into Grossmont College is easy. The college has an acceptance rate of 100%. Standardized test results are not required to be submitted by students. College students are required to have a cumulative GPA of 3.2. It is free to apply so students don't have the burden of application cost. Admissions procedures do not include interviews. International students must provide evidence of their English language proficiency.

To apply for PUBDET for a BA in Bengali course, candidates must have studied Bengali as a subject in their high school. They must also have scored at least 60% marks in Bengali in their class 12 final exams. 

To apply for an MA in English, aspirants must first appear for PUBDET. For this particular course, they must have studied Arts or Science with English as one of the subjects. They should have also scored 65% marks in English-A (WBHS) or 75% in English.