International Student Spotlight: Afrin Jahan's Busy Tuesday at LACC

A Day in the Life of a Los Angeles City College Student

Afrin Jahan, who is from Dhaka, Bangladesh, is studying business administration at Los Angeles City College (LACC). Follow her as she takes us through a typical busy Tuesday in her life. 

Afrin works at LACC as well as attending classes. On this typical day, she goes to work, has time with friends, attends two classes, enjoys the sunset at the beach, and then finally is back home at the end of the day to make dinner.

Why Los Angeles City College?

LACC is an excellent choice for international students like Afrin, offering a unique blend of educational opportunities and cultural experiences. Located near the heart of Hollywood, LACC has a rich history of producing some of the most iconic names in the arts and entertainment industries, including Mark Hamill, Clint Eastwood, Morgan Freeman, and John Williams. 

This vibrant multicultural community is not only affordable but also boasts highly respected professors and more than 140 vocational and professional pathways in popular fields such as business, computer science, and performing arts. 

International students benefit from seamless transfer options to top universities like UCLA and UC Berkeley, extensive scholarship opportunities, and practical training programs like CPT and OPT. Additionally, LACC provides robust support through its Language Academy to improve English language skills, making it a supportive and dynamic environment for students worldwide to reach for the stars and build a successful future.