American Association of Intensive English Programs
Host:
California State University, Dominguez Hills
Contact:
Dr. Edward Milecki, Director
Email
Tel: 310-243-3830
Fax: 310-516-4418
1000 E. Victoria St.
SAC 1143
Carson, CA 90747 USA
Established:
1960
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ALCP - American Language & Culture Program

Description

ALCP is an 8 level Intensive English Program (IEP) for college bound students, language travelers and business professionals. ALCP is also an English Language Study Tour program for students of all ages. ALCP conducts language (ESL) and literacy training for local and foreign businesses, schools and government agencies.

Location

ALCP is Located in Los Angeles on the campus of California State University, Dominguez Hills. Founded in 1960, California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH) is a medium size university campus located in the heart of beautiful Southern California, minutes from local beaches such as Hermosa, Redondo, Malibu and Laguna Beaches. ALCP's ESL program is minutes from downtown Los Angeles, world famous Disneyland, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Knott's Berry Farm, Six Flag's Magic Mountain, Universal Studios & City Walk Hollywood and other famous Southern California attractions. CSU Dominguez Hills is home to the Home Depot Athletic Training Center with it's brand new soccer and tennis stadiums. Home to the LA Galaxy and Chivas USA major league soccer teams.

Teaching Qualifications

All ALCP Teachers have at least a Masters in Teaching English as a Second Language. All teachers have extensive experience as ESL teachers.

Course Information

General English: Yes
English for Academic Purposes (EAP): Yes
English for Business: Yes
Other Programs:ALCP also provides EFL Teacher Training, Executive English classes, Teen study travel Programs, Internship Programs, Medical English and NYCLEX preparation as well as TOEFL Preparation and custom business programs.
Private Classes: Yes
Customised Groups: Yes
Maximum Class Size: 15
Average Class Size: 10
Levels:
Beginner Levels: 2
Intermediate Levels: 3
Advanced Levels: 3
Minimum Hours Required Per Week: 22
Maximum Hours Per Week: 25
Part Time Available: Yes
Session Length:
2006 Schedule (Six 8 week sessions per year) Spring A January 3 - Spring B February 27 - Summer A May 1 - Spring B June 26 - Fall A August 21 - Fall B October 16

Student Origins and Enrollments

Student Origins:
Africa: 10%
Asia: 45%
Europe: 20%
Latin America: 20%
Middle East: 5%
Average Enrollments:
February: 45
July: 75
October: 65

Facilities

ALCP "smart" classrooms are equiped with large screen computer and television projection. Each classroom has the latest computer, DVD, scanner and other educational technoolgy features.

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: $55.00
Tuition Fees: $800.00 to $800.00
Book Fee: $100.00
Health Insurance Fee: $65.00

Accommodations

Homestay: $650

All student planning to stay in campus apartment should also complete and submit the housing application when apply to ALCP.

Transportation

CSU Dominguez is a transportation hub which allows students to travel by bus anywhere in the region.

Affiliations

NAFSA, CATESOL, AAIEP

Application Information

The following materials are also required for application: The ALCP Application Form. Goverment regulations require foreign students to obtain insurance to be on the campus. This insurance needs to be obtained from the ALCP program during the application process or when you come on campus. Application Fee: $55.00 U.S. I-20 can only be issued after the application fee payment has been reiceved. (check or money order payable to CSUDH; non-refundable; no credit cards accepted) Financial Verification*: scholarship or bank statement verifying a minimum of $7,000 U.S. dollars for studies (Only For those applicants wishing to receive I-20's to obtain F-1 Student Visas for full time study).

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