Admissions and Enrollment

Resources for Non-US Students

Below are some resources for students living or moving to the Durham area.

Please Note: The documents listed below are not continually edited, so information may become outdated over time. These documents are for informational purposes only and are not the legal or professional advice by Durham Technical Community College or its personnel.

Housing, Banking, & Shopping

• Banking
• House (or apartment) hunting tips
• Some housing options in Durham
• Renters Insurance
• Shopping in Durham

Transportation

• General transportation information
• Taking the bus
• GoPass
• Getting a NC driver’s license
• Buying a used car
• Registering a car in North Carolina
• Auto insurance companies
• Auto mechanics
• Taxis, bicycles, and renting a car

Health and Safety & Assistance

• Personal safety and security 
• Health care in the US
• Health insurance
• Inclement weather procedure at Durham Tech
• Durham Tech Optical Shop
• Durham Tech Counseling Center 
• Durham Tech Accessibility Services
• Emergency Financial Assistance
• Durham Tech Food Pantry

Entertainment & Getting Involved

• Durham Tech Event Calendar
• Things to do in Durham and beyond Durham
• Clubs and organizations at Durham Tech
• Community engagement (volunteering) at Durham Tech
• Esthetician Spa