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Host:
City College of San Francisco
Contact:
Ms. Louise Louie, Coordinator Tel: 415-239-3895 Fax: 415-239-3804 50 Phelan Ave. Box C208 San Francisco, CA 94112 USA
Established:
1991 |
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Institute for International Students
DescriptionIntensive English for academic/general purposes, summer program, TOEFL preparation; the 4-level program meets 20 hours per week with classes in reading, reading skills, writing, grammar, communication and study skills; also available are electives in pronunciation, vocabulary, TOEFL preparation, American culture, Business English and academic listening. Practice TOEFL tests given. Institutional TOEFL test administered.
LocationCity College of San Francisco is located in the southwest corner of "Everybody's Favorite City" within easy access of bus and subway lines. San Francisco is one of the most beautiful and diverse cities in the world. IIS is close to all of the major tourist attractions.
Teaching QualificationsAll have Master's degrees and many years of teaching experience. Most speak other languages and have lived and travelled throughout the world. All are members of the English as a Second Language Department at CCSF.
Course InformationGeneral English: Yes
English for Academic Purposes (EAP): Yes
English for Business: No
Other Programs:TOEFL preparation
Private Classes: No
Customised Groups: Yes
Maximum Class Size: 20
Average Class Size: 15
Levels:
Beginner Levels: 1
Intermediate Levels: 2
Advanced Levels: 1
Students are tested and placed in the appropriate levels according to test results.
Minimum Hours Required Per Week: 20
Maximum Hours Per Week: 20
Part Time Available: No
Session Length:
Semester programs (18 weeks)begin in mid-January and mid-August; 9 week programs begin in mid-March and mid-October 4 week summer programs begin in early June and early July
Student Origins and Enrollments
Student Origins:
Africa: 1%
Asia: 80%
Europe: 10%
Latin America: 8%
Middle East: 1%
Average Enrollments:
February: 100
July: 80
October: 150
FacilitiesModern, hi-tech Library, the IIS has its own computer center with email and internet access in languages of the students. The Learning Assistance Center, Transfer Center, counseling and academic advising available
FeesFees 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.
Notes on Fees:
Semester (18 week) course - $2995. 9 week course - $1595. 4 week summer course - $795. 8 week summer course - $1495 $11 Health Service Fee $20 Activities Fee for semester sessions $10 Activities Fee for summer sessions
AccommodationsHomestay: $850
Information is also available about residence clubs which provide a room and 2 meals/day. Apartments can range from $800 up depending on location and whether shared or single. Student ServicesThe Activities Coordinator plans an activities program including field trips within the San Francisco area and cultural activities on campus. Optional trips to other areas are available. Language partner program with City College students is possible. The Institute has its own computer lab with internet and email access. Academic counselling and assistance with college applications provided Educational Service OpportunitiesInstitutional TOEFL testing administered twice each semester; Practice TOEFL exams given regularly. Academic counseling including assistance with college applications and immigration matters, access to reading and computer labs, study center and listening lab, transfer center assists with transferring to 4 year universities. TransportationSan Francisco has an excellent bus system and the fast, convenient subway system has a stop at City College. There is easy access to the San Francisco Airport. AffiliationsCity College of San Francisco; AAIEP, TESOL, Western Associations of Schools and Colleges, NAFSA Application InformationStudents must send an application, a $50 application fee, $11 health service fee, the necessary tuition and a financial statement showing $18,000 support for a 1-year period. Please include a copy of the biographical page of the passport. Transfer students must submit a transfer form and a copy of previous I-20s and I-94. |
