American Association of Intensive English Programs
Host:
University of California, Santa Barbara Extension
Contact:
Mr. Andrew Harper, Director: Language and Culture Programs
Email
Tel: 805-893-5858
Fax: 805-893-8427
6950 Hollister Ave
Suite 102
Goleta, CA 93117 USA
Established:
1981
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English Language Program

Description

UCSB Extension offers Intensive English courses, a Design Your Own program, and also Professional Diploma Programs. Intensive English programs are offered year round in 10, 6 and 4 week sessions. Students specialize in Academic English, Business English, or English for General Communication. The Design Your Own program is a bridge program which allows students to take a combination of English language and concurrent academic classes. The Professional Diploma Program offers high-caliber courses for students who want to further their education, enhance their careers, and network with people from other countries. Choose from 10-week Global Business & Management Diploma, Marketing Diploma, and Internship programs.

Location

Santa Barbara is located directly on the coast of the Pacific Ocean, 90 minutes north of Los Angeles. It is one of the safest, most beautiful, and most culturally dynamic cities in the Western U.S. The University of California, Santa Barbara is located 10 minutes north of downtown Santa Barbara and 5 minutes from the Santa Barbara Airport.

Teaching Qualifications

Masters Degree in ESL and a minimum of three years' TESL or TEFL teaching experience.

Course Information

General English: Yes
English for Academic Purposes (EAP): Yes
English for Business: Yes
Other Programs:Professional Diploma Programs are offered in Global Business and Management, Marketing and Internship. Specialized Professional Studies are offered in Professional Preparation Program for Accounting, Microsoft Certified Engineer, Teaching English as a Second Language, Wildlands Studies in Hawaii.
Private Classes: No
Customised Groups: Yes
Maximum Class Size: 15
Average Class Size: 17
Levels:
Beginner Levels: 0
Intermediate Levels: 2
Advanced Levels: 2
Students are placed into an appropriate level after a placement test on their first day.
Minimum Hours Required Per Week: 20
Maximum Hours Per Week: 20
Part Time Available: No
Session Length:
10 week programs in January, March, June, September. 6 week programs in February, April, October. 4 week programs in January, March, August, September.

Student Origins and Enrollments

Student Origins:
Africa: 0%
Asia: 50%
Europe: 25%
Latin America: 25%
Middle East: 0%
Average Enrollments:
February: 50
July: 100
October: 50

Facilities

The English Language Program and Professional Diploma Program classes are taught in the Extension classroom center, which is located about one mile from the UCSB campus.

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: $150.00
Tuition Fees: $1,240.00 to $0.00
Book Fee: $150.00
Health Insurance Fee: $0.00 Included
Optional Fees:
Housing fee: $120
Notes on Fees:
Prices are subject to change.

Accommodations

Dormitory: $45
Homestay: $24

Prices listed are per day. Homestay with breakfast and dinner costs $24 and is paid directly to host after arrival. The dormitory is subject to availability and requires $300 deposit. Fees are subject to change. University apartments are only available during summer months. Please check with UCSB Extension for the latest information.

Student Services

Program orientations, campus tours, and welcome activities; student activities and trip advising; conversation partners; assistance with general information and events, housing, medical issues, insurance claims, academic and immigration advising. A state-of-the art computer lab is available with internet connection; each student receives an e-mail account during the program.

Educational Service Opportunities

Advanced students who qualify may take UCSB campus classes or Extension classes in many subject areas. Academic advising is available for students who want to attend a degree program at an American college or university.

Transportation

Transportation: Program staff give assistance and advice for students to arrange transportation. UCSB Extension is located 5 minutes from Santa Barbara Airport and 2 hours from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Scheduled frequent bus service (Santa Barbara Airbus)is available from LAX.

Affiliations

University of California - Santa Barbara

Application Information

Students must send a completed "Enrollment Form", $150 registration fee (non-refundable), and a completed application for I-20 form (for F-1 visa) including a financial statement. Students who desire pre-arranged housing must send a $120 housing placement fee, and deposits when applicable

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