American Culture and Language Program
The American Culture and Language Program (ACLP) is designed for international students, professionals, or those seeking an intensive English experience focusing on reading, writing, and speaking English, as well as an introduction to American culture.
Classes are scheduled in 10-week sessions during fall, winter, spring, and summer quarters. In order to maximize the individual attention students receive from their instructors, average class size is usually 15 students or less.
Intensive English Program
This program helps students improve their English speaking, reading and writing skills and assists them in meeting the requirements for admission into undergraduate programs.
- 10 weeks of instruction
- 5 levels of instruction
- 4-5 hours per day, 5 days per week (4 days per week in summer)
- TOEFL exam preparation included (intermediate and advanced levels only)
- Successful completion of Level 5 will waive the TOEFL requirement for undergraduate admission into CSUSB
- Admission requirements: at least 18 years of age and high school graduate or approval of IEP
- Successful completion of the Intensive English Program does not guarantee CSUSB admission.
ACLP Important Dates and Upcoming Fees
| Quarter |
Dates |
Fee |
Application Deadline |
| Spring 2011 |
April 4 - June 17 |
$2,500 |
March 15, 2011 |
| Summer 2011 |
June 22 - September 2 |
$2,500 |
June 1, 2011 |
| Fall 2011 |
September 19 - December 2 |
$2,600 |
September 1, 2011 |
| Winter 2012 |
January 9 - March 23 |
$2,600 |
December 1, 2011 |
| Spring 2012 |
April 2 - June 8 |
$2,600 |
March 15, 2012 |
| Summer 2012 |
June 18 - August 30 |
$2,600 |
June 1, 2012 |
*12 units Required
Additional and Optional Fees
The following costs may be incurred, depending on the student's choice of housing options and airport pick-up services. Book costs will vary depending on the level of study. Those costs indicated with "*" are required costs.
| Fees |
Academic Year 2011-2012 |
| * Application Fee (non-refundable, one-time only |
$110 |
| * Health Insurance |
±$250 |
| * University Student Fees** |
±$240 |
| Homestay Placement Fee (one-time) |
$120 |
| Homestay Housing Fees (per month) |
$750 |
| Dormitory Assistance Fee (one-time) |
$50 |
Airport Pick-up Service (one-time)
Los Angeles Airport
Ontario Airport |
$95
$50 |
| Books** |
±$250 |
| Late Registration Fee |
$100 |
| Late Placement Testing Fee |
$75 |
** Health Insurance, University Student Fees, and cost of books are subject to change. Students should plan expenses for travel, entertainment and emergencies.
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