Residence Hall
Otero Junior College provides on campus housing to international students on a space available basis. Freshmen are required to stay in the dorm unless prior arrangements have been made.
Dorm Application Form PDF file (35 Kb):
[ OJC Dorm Application Form ]
Home Stay
OJC's Homestay program is open to sophomores and provides a unique cultural experience for both the host and international student. Students experience American culture while sharing their own culture with their hosts.
- Hosts reside in the community of La Junta.
- Special arrangements can be made for Freshmen students.
Rental Apartments
Some students prefer to rent a room, apartment or house, independently or with roommates. There are many rental options in and around La Junta.
- Students MUST be 21 years or older to rent an apartment or house in the community.
- Private rentals can be found in La Junta --available to rent through private parties, and through rental agencies.
- Most renters are required to sign leases ranging from six months to a year, and pay additional damage deposits.
- Rentals rarely include furniture (bed, couch, desk, etc.)