California State University (CSU), Bakersfield
Intensive English Language Center (IELC) [Bakersfield, California]
HIGHLIGHTS
- Outstanding Education - CSUB offers world class undergraduate and graduate programs that advance the intellectual and personal development of its students. The university is committed to scholarship and life-long learning, and currently offers more than 50 different Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programs.
- Great Value - CSU Bakersfield is an incredible value. The Economist listed a CSUB education as the 10th best economic value in U.S. Time magazine listed CSUB no. 39 on their Best Colleges for Accessibility, Affordability and Completion list of U.S. schools. CSUB has all of the benefits of a private university — like small class sizes, cutting-edge research, and outstanding faculty — at a public school cost.
- Extraordinary level of student-faculty interaction - At CSU Bakersfield, you won’t be just another face in the crowd. You will work closely with highly qualified and experienced professors in modern classroom and laboratory settings. CSUB’s faculty members are respected academic experts, published researchers, and engaged community leaders – as well as dedicated educators who genuinely care about their students’ success
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- Information
- About the ESL Program
- The Intensive English Language Center (IELC) program is located on the California State University Bakersfield campus. IELC invites students from around the world to study in their international friendly and safe community of Bakersfield. IELC offers six 8-week sessions throughout the year with start dates in January, March, May, June, August and October. Upon reaching the advanced-level, students can opt to enroll in the IELC Bridge Program, which allows students to register for undergraduate classes without being admitted as an Undergraduate Student. Completion of advanced-level courses also allows students to be eligible for conditional admission. In addition to perfecting Academic English in the classroom for 23 hours a week, IELC students are given the opportunity to develop their knowledge of American Culture and life through activities, student organizations, and homestays. The IELC program is a member of EnglishUSA (AAIEP: American Association of Intensive English Programs), NAFSA: Association of International Educators and CATESOL: California Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages.
- DATA
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Type : Public University
Establishment : 1965
Membership/Accreditation : EnglishUSA, WASC, NAFSA, CATESOL
Enrollment : 40
Average Class Size : 10
Student Adviser : AvailableAirport Pickup : Student Arranged
Internet Access : Available On-Campus
Tuition : Low
Activities : Frequently Available
Location : Suburban
Transportation : Bus, Train, Taxi - A Message from School
Hello from Sunny Southern California!
IELC at California State University Bakersfield provides our international students with a friendly, warm and safe environment to grow as a global citizen. Inside and outside the classroom our students have numerous opportunities to develop their English and cultural knowledge. Throughout the day, our students engage with our friendly and highly qualified faculty and student workers. Outside of the classroom, our students have numerous opportunities to participate in various activities. Through the term, our students compete in intramural soccer tournaments, join potlucks at the international club, teach their homestay family how to cook international food, join a dance party in the dormitory, visit the headquarters of large global corporations, or even visit a local farm. Given our central location, weekends trip to nearby Las Vegas, San Francisco, Los Angeles are just a few hour drive away. We look forward to seeing you at California State University Bakersfield where we enjoy the Southern California weather without the high costs, traffic and crowds that typically comes with it. We look forward to providing you with a complete experience here at CSU Bakersfield!
Mr. Gilbert Cho
Director
CSU, Bakersfield
IELC Director- CONTACT INFORMATION
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Ms. Lisa Ramirez
30 BDC 9001 Stockdale Highway
Bakersfield, California 93311-1022 U.S.A. -
- More Details
- Student Countries of Origin
- The Intensive English Program (IEP) California State University (CSU), Bakersfield has hosted students from countries all around the world.
- Faculty Qualifications
- IELC instructors are trained, fully-certified professionals. Most instructors have lived and traveled abroad and have extensive experience teaching English to students from around the world. The personal and academic qualities of the instructors make each uniquely qualified to offer meaningful language-learning opportunities and to care deeply about their students.
- Housing
- The IELC at CSU, Bakersfield provides students with the opportunity to live in on-campus dormitories, or enjoy a homestay experience. Students living on-campus will be close to classes, campus activities and other students. The school also arranges homestays for those students who want to experience local culture first-hand as a member of a family and practice their conversational English. Students are encouraged to make their housing arrangements as early as possible due to the limited amount of space available. Private off-campus apartments are also available; however students must make their own arrangements. For more information, use the Contact Address to ask the school directly.
- Surrounding Area
- California State University, Bakersfield (CSUB) is centrally located in the heart of California. Bakersfield is one of the most productive oil producing and agricultural cities in the United States. Bakersfield is also the home of many corporate offices for some of the largest energy and food producing companies in the world. Bakersfield, is an affordable, mid-sized American city that 400,000 people call home. Bakersfield’s central location makes cities like Los Angeles, Hollywood, San Francisco and San Diego just a short drive away. In California, you’re never far from the beach, mountains, ski resorts and world class attractions.
- About the College/University
- Founded in 1965, CSUB – a proud member of The California State University - is dedicated to student success, with world-class faculty that get to know their students and provide personalized guidance and support. Graduates from CSUB join the more than 3 million alumni that have graduated from The California State University since its inception in 1857. CSUB boasts four schools within the university – the School of Arts and Humanities; the School of Business and Public Administration; the School of Natural Science, Mathematics and Engineering; and the School of Social Science - and more than 50 Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programs. CSUB is also competitive in athletics as a NCAA Division 1 school. Students in academic or ESL program enjoy participating in dozens of intramural and club sports. In addition, CSUB has dozens of active student organizations and clubs of diverse interests.
- Conditional Admission / Credit Courses
- Conditional Admission to the university is available for qualified students who complete the ESL program.
- Courses
Intensive English Program
- About This Course
- The program provides six 8-week sessions throughout the year. Students receive 23 hours of instruction per week to in Academic English Reading, Writing, Listening, Speaking and TOEFL. IELC also offers classes spanning a wide range of interesting subjects such as American culture, study skills, TOEFL preparation and more.
In addition to Academic English classes, the program focuses on cultural and social opportunities. Throughout the year, students have the opportunity to visit Undergraduate Academic Classes, Student Organizations, campus events, and activities on and off campus.
The IELC faculty are experienced teachers with Master's degrees and special training in teaching English and Culture. - Course Data
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CLASS SIZE: 10 Students CLASS LEVELS: 6 Levels COURSE LENGTH: 8 Weeks MINIMUM AGE: 17 Years Old REQUIREMENT: N/A VISA INFORMATION: I-20 Issued Upon Admission HOUSING: On-Campus Dormitory
Off-Campus Homestay - Dates
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2021
10 WEEKS: 6/8 - 8/14 - Fees
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- APPLICATION FEE
- US$ 125
- TUITION FEE (2021)
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8 WEEKS US$ 2,800 - HOUSING
PLACEMENT FEE - US$ 50 (Dormitory); US$ 300 (Homestay)
- HOUSING FEE
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LENGTH HOMESTAY DORMITORY / ON-CAMPUS APARTMENT OFF-CAMPUS RESIDENCE 8 WEEKS US$ 1,680 US$ 2,280 N/A - Airport Pickup Service
- US$ 25 (Bakersfield Airport); US$ 60 (LAX Shuttle)
- Remarks / Other Information
- Dates and fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
Application fee is non-refundable.
Homestay fees include meals. -
- Location
United States Bakersfield, California-
Location
Ms. Lisa Ramirez
9083 Stockdale Hwy Bakersfield, California 93311 U.S.A. - Getting To Your School
- From Los Angeles International Airport:
The cost of airport transportation is not included with the IELC programs fees, and it is the student's responsibility to arrange their transportation from the airport to the campus. There are three major shuttle services which provide airport pick-up and transfer services from the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX):
Super Shuttle
Primetime Shuttle
LAX FlyAway
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