CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, FULLERTON American Language Program 2005-2006 http://alp.fullerton.edu
The American Language Program The American Language Program (ALP) is an intensive English program designed to prepare international students for study in a U.S. college or university. ALP students are actively involved in university life. They have full access to the Student Health Center, library, language laboratory, computer centers and other facilities. In addition, they can meet American students through campus clubs and events. PROGRAM BENEFITS Excellent Southern California location Classes on a beautiful university campus Conversation partner practice with American university students TOEFL preparation offered at every level TOEFL examinations offered 12 times a year 5 entry days per year Certificate of participation to qualified students I-20 issued in order to receive Student (F-1) Visa THE CLASSES 16-week fall and spring semesters; 16-week midsemester entry; 8-week summer sessions 24 class hours per week 6 proficiency levels Small classes for maximum participation Reading, composition, grammar, listening, speaking, vocabulary, TOEFL, and study skills classes Electives for advanced students include TOEFL Preparation, Business English and Writing, Current Events, Advanced Vocabulary, Advanced Grammar and GMAT Preparation Qualified advanced students may take university classes for credit
THE STUDENTS Students from more than 63 countries around the world have attended ALP. Entering students should be secondary school graduates or be at least 18 years of age, and have some knowledge of English. THE FACULTY AND STAFF ALP instructors are friendly, experienced professionals with advanced degrees and specialized training in teaching English as a Second Language (ESL). They understand cultural differences and are sensitive to the needs of international students. A full-time staff assists students with personal, academic and immigration concerns. They also organize a fun-filled schedule of recreational and social activities that includes parties, picnics, sports competitions and excursions. CONDITIONAL ADMISSION TO CAL STATE FULLERTON The ALP offers a conditional admission to applicants who want to attend Cal State Fullerton after attending ALP. The ALP will prepare you to become a successful university student. The conditional admission will let you know if you are qualified to enter Cal State Fullerton. Apply to ALP and Cal State Fullerton at the same time Learn if you are qualified to enter Cal State Fullerton before coming to the U.S. Obtain a student visa that is usually issued for a longer time period Conditional admission is available for all undergraduate majors and most graduate majors PRE-MBA PROGRAM The American Language Program offers students who wish to study for a Master s of Business Administration (MBA) the opportunity to prepare for an MBA program. We have the following classes to prepare advanced-level students: GMAT Preparation TOEFL Preparation Advanced Composition Business English and Writing 3-unit university classes The ALP did an excellent job in helping me to settle in and made life here more comfortable. The staff is not only very professional, but also warm and compassionate. Ulrike Diethelm, a one-year exchange student from Nuertingen Fachhochschule, Germany
Calendars INTENSIVE ENGLISH PROGRAM 2005-2006 Term Weeks Dates Tuition Fees Summer 2005 8 June 9 - August 4, 2005 $1968 $207 Fall 2005 16 August 17 - December 9, 2005 $3963 $314 Fall 2nd Entry 2005 16 October 5, 2005 - March 17, 2006 $3936 $314 Spring 2006 16 January 25 - May 19, 2006 $3936 $314 Summer 2006 8 June 8 - August 3, 2006 $1968 $207 Fall 2006 16 August 16 - December 8, 2006 $3936 $314 Applications should be received six weeks before each start date to allow the ALP office enough time to process the application, prepare the I-20 and mail it. Conditional admission requires an extra month. Refund Information: The American Language Program tries very hard to give each student a great learning experience; however, if for some reason the student must leave the program early, the American Language Program offers the following refund policy: If a student withdraws from an ALP session before the session start date, a full tuition refund less a $255 administrative fee will be issued. If a student withdraws on or after the first day of class or within 25% of a session, 65% of the session tuition will be refunded. After 25% of the session has elapsed, no refund will be given for withdrawal. The ALP and CSUF application fees are non-refundable. Health Center fee and Non-Curricular Service fees are non-refundable. * 2nd Entry students cannot take any university classes until the start of their next full semester. ALP SAMPLE SCHEDULE Morning classes Lunchtime activity Afternoon classes Monday through Friday (24 hours per week) Composition, Grammar and Reading Fun lunch: picnic and volleyball TOEFL, Oral Language,Vocabulary, Business English and Writing, Current Events, GMAT prep Friday or Saturday Activities Pizza and movie, bowling and billiards, amusement - park trip, dance party, museum or theatre trip, etc. SPECIAL PROGRAMS Class Weeks Dates Tuition Fees Semester Abroad Fall 2005 16 August 17-December 15, 2005 $3720 $280 Semester Abroad Spring 2006 16 January 25-May 26, 2006 $3720 $280 Intensive TOEFL Preparation 3 January 3-20, 2006 $750
Application Requirements To apply for admission to the American Language Program, please submit the following items: 1. Completed application form 2. Signature of the financial sponsor (on the back of the application) 3. Bank document or scholarship verification of support funds 4. Application processing fee of $100 in the form of a check or international money order payable to Cal State Fullerton 5. Copy of passport information page (if you already have a passport) HEALTH INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS Cal State Fullerton requires health insurance for all students with a student (F-1) or exchange (J-1) Visa. Health insurance is available through the ALP office as follows: 1. Summer 2005: $122 for two months 2. Starting August 2005, the health insurance Student age price wil be based on the age of the student. Cal State Fullerton features state-of-the-art computer labs. August 2005 to August 2006 Monthly fee Student 30 & under $76 Student 31-49 $96 Student 50 & over $138 Spouse (any age) $223 Per Child (any age) $113 All level six classes prepare students for academic composition, reading and vocabulary in order to succeed in the university in the future. We accomplished all kinds of tasks, such as writing and research assignments and debates. Simultaneously, we entered new territory in expressing our personal opinions in a different culture, and therefore became proficient in using English. The Pollak Library offers a quiet place to study, as well as more than 1.9 million volumes. George Chii-yuarn Chang Taiwan Conditional MBA student
Additional Classes and Programs SEMESTER ABROAD The ALP welcomes international students who would like to take university classes for a semester or two at Cal State Fullerton. Open University classes for credit are available to advanced students who have sufficient TOEFL and American Language Program Placement Test scores. Open University classes for credit 12 units per semester 16-week fall and spring semesters ENGLISH LANGUAGE REVIEW CLASSES Evening English language review classes include: GMAT Preparation TOEFL Preparation Advanced Grammar Business Writing Accent Reduction These classes are designed for working individuals or university students who need to improve their English skills in a specific area. Classes are usually two evenings a week for 6 weeks. Enrollment is limited to 15 students for each class. SPECIAL PROGRAMS The ALP can design a special program for schools and agencies who want to bring a group of adults to the U.S. for a few weeks to learn English. The ALP can also customize a course for local or international companies, whose employees need to improve their business English and writing skills. English Camp Business English Intensive TOEFL Preparation Customized programs CORPORATE TRAINING PROGRAM The American Language Program has been providing excellent university preparation and professional development to non-native English speakers since 1986. Our instructors are specialists in teaching English as a second language, and will provide extensive practice, explanation and guided exercises. We offer classes in: English for Professional Communication Effective Speaking & Presentation Business Writing Cross-Cultural Business
The University Af ter you complete the American Language Program, you may want to study for a bachelor s or master s degree at California State University, Fullerton. Cal State Fullerton has much to be proud of. The university s talented and dedicated faculty and staff have produced more than 151,000 graduates, who have gone on to become CEOs, entrepreneurs, teachers, doctors, lawyers, researchers, Broadway performers, Emmy and Academy Award winners including Kevin Costner and the USA s youngest astronaut, Tracy Caldwell. For conditional admission, contact the American Language Program office. Students who do not require a conditional admission may apply directly to the university Admissions Office. Internet: http://www.fullerton.edu E-mail: admissions@fullerton.edu Cal State Fullerton, founded in 1957, offers: Friendly, knowledgeable professors and staff 32,000 students 1,400 international students from more than 83 countries 55 undergraduate majors 49 graduate majors A library with more than 1.9 million volumes The largest AACSB accredited business school in California The Performing Arts Major s College Guide list Cal State Fullerton among its Most Highly Recommended Undergraduate Programs for drama and musical theater, and among Noteworthy Programs for dance U.S. News & World Report list Cal State Fullerton among its Top Public Schools, ranking it among the top 10 of the nation s Top Public Western Universities-Master s institutions Cal State Fullerton s beautiful campus provides many opportunities for friends to meet. TOEFL Requirements First time freshmen Transfer from U.S. College with 60 units Master s Music MBA MPA TESOL Score 500 (173 CBT) 500 (173 CBT) 550 (213 CBT) 560 (220 CBT) 570 (230 CBT) 570 (230 CBT) 575 (233 CBT)
Southern California Sun, fun and an average temperature of 70 degrees! California State University, Fullerton is ideally located for enjoying all that Southern California has to offer. Fullerton is a safe, suburban city of about 125,000, located about 30 miles southeast of metropolitan Los Angeles, and 90 miles north of San Diego. Many of Southern California s exciting attractions are close to Fullerton. Beautiful beaches create the most lasting image of Southern California. Orange County alone has 42 miles of coastline where you can swim, body surf, sail or just have fun in the sun. If hiking and biking are more your style, Orange County has 100,000 acres of preserved wilderness. If exciting rides and attractions are what you crave, there will be plenty of opportunity at Disneyland, Universal Studios, Magic Mountain and Sea World. If museums and the theater are more your style there are more than 100 stage theaters and 300 museums in the Orange County/Los Angeles area. The American Language Program schedules many activities so that you can experience the wonders of Southern California.
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Enriching summer These two months of intense work in the summer session have contributed not only to improving my English, but also keeping me in contact with different cultures that enriched my knowledge and capacity to deal with so many customs. An important purpose behind all that hard work, I believe, is constructing a great atmosphere in which friendship grows. The American Language Experience U.S.A. for the first time It s my first time to come to the U.S.A. and take classes in the ALP. I made a lot of friends from many other countries. Teachers are experienced and patient with us. In addition, the staff are so nice to resolve all of our questions. Actually, I learned a lot from classes such as how to speak fluently, write a great essay, read faster than before and know American culture. I really have had fun this summer and strongly recommend you take ALP classes before entering into undergraduate or graduate school. Li Jila-Ching (Joseph) from Taiwan TOEFL success! I studied in ALP during spring and summer. I had a good chance to meet other countries people and speak English with my teachers and friends. After the spring semester, I got my TOEFL score for entering university. I remember that moment when I jumped up in the ALP office because of my unbelievable TOEFL score. I was so lucky to meet people who made me cheer up; I am sure studying in ALP will be very useful in my university life. Hyeuk Yoon from Korea Program touched my life. I would recommend it to any foreign student. Juliana Marquis Figali from Brazil Enjoy a Semester Abroad in Southern California Studying 2 semesters at CSUF has truly been one of the best things in my life. I had the chance to learn a lot about the American culture and to see a different school system. The professors are very professional and they helped me achieve my study goals. Campus life is very eventful and offers lots of possibilities to meet people from different countries and cultures. Studying at CSUF will leave a lasting impression on you! Jochen Kerler from Germany
American Language Program CAL STATE FULLERTON 800 N. State College Blvd. Fullerton, CA 92834-9480 U.S.A. Telephone: (714) 278-2909 Fax: (714) 278-7114 E-mail: alp@fullerton.edu Internet: http://alp.fullerton.edu This is a CSUF Foundation program.
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