American Association of Intensive English Programs
Host:
California State University, San Bernardino
Contact:
Linda D. Chaffee, Associate Director of IEP
Email
Tel: 909-537-5978
Fax: 909-537-5905
5500 University Pkwy.
SH 131
San Bernardino, CA 92407-2397 USA
Established:
1985
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International Extension Programs (IEP)

Description

IEP / ACLP is designed for the college-bound, non-English speaker who seeks an intensive English/American experience focusing on reading,writing, and speaking English, and an introduction to American culture. IEP/ACLP services include study of the English language, housing assistance, academic counseling and immigration paperwork assistance. CSUSB is located at the foothills of the San Bernardino mountains. San Bernardino is a suburban city located in the inland region of southern California, with easy access to Los Angeles, San Diego, Disneyland, Palm Springs, Las Vegas, beaches, and mountains. There are many facilities available: listening lab, computer labs, library, gymnasium, swimming pool, recreational courts, and food services.

Location

CSUSB is located at the foothills of the San Bernardino mountains. San Bernardino is a suburban city located in the inland region of southern California, with easy access to Los Angeles, San Diego, Disneyland, Palm Springs, Las Vegas, beaches, and mountains.

Teaching Qualifications

Master's degrees in TESL, linguistics, English or the equivalent proficiency in related areas

Course Information

General English: Yes
English for Academic Purposes (EAP): Yes
English for Business: No
Other Programs:4-week American Conversation and Culture Program 10-week Pre-MBA / Graduate Studies Program 10-week Open University Program Special Group Programs throughout the year
Private Classes: No
Customised Groups: Yes
Maximum Class Size: 25
Average Class Size: 12
Levels:
Beginner Levels: 3
Intermediate Levels: 1
Advanced Levels: 1
Minimum Hours Required Per Week: 20
Maximum Hours Per Week: 23
Part Time Available: No
Session Length:
10-week (Jan, Apr, Jun, Sep)

Student Origins and Enrollments

Student Origins:
Africa: 0%
Asia: 84%
Europe: 6%
Latin America: 7%
Middle East: 2%
Average Enrollments:
February: 52
July: 48
October: 63

Facilities

gymnasium, swimming pool, recreational courts, food servies, Student Union (pays for music bands and activities to take place at CSUSB), Health Center (open every quarter, except Summer quarter)

Fees

Fees based on a session length of 4 weeks.

Fees may have changed since this information was published — check for latest information.

Included means that this service is provided at no extra charge.

Application Fee: $100.00
Tuition Fees: $1,853.00 to $1,853.00
Book Fee: $150.00
Health Insurance Fee: $139.50
Optional Fees:
1.University Student Fees $164.50 2.Homestay Placement Fee $ 75.00 3.Dormitory Assistance Fee $ 20.00 4.Los Angeles Airport Pick-up $ 50.00 5.Ontario Airport Pick-up $ 25.00 6.Late Registration Fee $ 50.00 7.Late Placement Testing Fee $ 35.00
Notes on Fees:
Books cost is +/- $150.

Accommodations

Dormitory: $3563
Homestay: $525
Apartment: $4400

1. Dormitory cost - full academic year (Sep 2003-Jun 2004), double occupancy, exclduing meal plan. 2. Homestay cost - per month 3. Apartment cost - full academic year (Sep 2003-Jun 2004), double occupancy, exclduing meal plan 4. Apartment refers to the university apartments. 5. Meal plan obtions available: 7 meals, 10 meals and 19 meals per week, cost vary between $1,741 to $3,397

Student Services

IEP/ACLP services include study of the English language, housing assistance, academic counseling, immigration paperwork assistance, Associated Student Services (offer discount tickets to local attractions), "One" Card (used as identification on campus)

Educational Service Opportunities

Learning Center, Career Development Center, Writing Center, Conversation Partners, Library, Computer / Listening Labs

Transportation

City and long-distance Bus system Metrolink (train) from San Bernardino into Los Angeles Taxis (very expensive) Shuttle Services

Affiliations

AAIEP (The American Association of Intensive English Programs)

Application Information

1.Completed Application Forms 2.$100.00 Application Fee 3.Bank Statement with the minimum amount of $5,700 per quarter (or official bank seal on the application form) from the student's sponsor 4. Toefl score of at least 500 for Pre-MBA and Open University Programs

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