Objectives

• Help you progress from an intensive English program to an academic program
• Prepare you to communicate effectively in English
• Introduce you to various aspects of American culture and society
• Provide general English skills for business and travel purposes

Highlights

• Academic preparation
• Conditional admission to CSU, Chico (see website for details)
• Open University (see website for more details)
• Small class size
• Year-round instruction in six proficiency levels, basic to advanced
• Special group sessions can be arranged for groups of 15 or more
• TOEFL preparation
• Computer labs with technical support
• Free e-mail and Internet access
• Certificates and grades
• Student Counselors
• Professional staff
• Social and cultural activities
• Residential campus in beautiful Northern California

Admission to ALCI

If you have completed your secondary education, you are eligible to apply for admission to ALCI.

Academic Calendar and Costs

Application fee: $100
Express courier fee (recommended): $45
Living Expenses (including books and supplies): $1,550
Health Center fee: $60
Health Insurance (mandatory): varies

There is a TOEFL iBT site on campus. The fee is $140 per test.

Open University/ Concurrent Enrollment

ALCI students who demonstrate language proficiency and academic eligibility may enroll in regular university classes for full credit without formal admission to the university. Contact the program for specific costs and deadlines.

Housing

ALCI students may live in campus residence halls, cluster apartments or in off-campus accommodations. Apartments in the area are plentiful and reasonably priced. Please visit the ALCI website for more information.

About California State University, Chico

Quality academic programs and a residential character are two of the University's most important features. CSU, Chico is part of the system of 23 fully accredited institutions known as the California State University. Established in 1887, CSU, Chico is the second oldest in the system. The student enrollment is approximately 16,000 including 500 international students from more than 70 countries. CSU, Chico offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate degree programs and options.

Chico: A Great Place to Live and Study

Northern California is widely noted for its quality of life and recreational amenities. Chico's beautiful parks and tree-lined streets make it a great place to live and study. With a metropolitan population of 100,000, Chico has less crime, pollution and crowding problems than larger cities. The cost of living is about 20% lower than in most parts of the state. The CSU, Chico campus is conveniently located in the active downtown area, so you can walk or bicycle to the many shops, restaurants, and galleries. Chico is within easy driving distance of such world-renowned destinations as San Francisco, Lake Tahoe, and Yosemite National Park.

If you are interested in any of our programs and would like to request information, please contact us!

Please visit the American Language and Culture Institute web site or the CSU, Chico International Admissions web site.

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