American English Institute
Intensive English Language Program
Riverside, CA
American English Institute is one of 2 English-language programs we list in Riverside, independent or university-run, school-reported weekly class load 20.
- Location
- Riverside, CA
- School-reported weekly class load
- 20Unit length varies; confirm with the school
- Accreditation
- CEA site 426
- Can issue a Form I-20
- Not confirmed
- Record date
The record date describes our overall review, not a new verification of every field. A source link alone does not confirm current terms.
- Tuition: Detail checked 2026-09-15View source
- Weekly class load: Detail checked 2026-09-15View source
- Start dates: No school source recorded for this detail
American English Institute tuition and fees
| Option | Length | Class load/week | Tuition | Listed total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8-week Intensive English Program | 8 weeks | 20 | $3,395 | $3,505 |
| 4-week Intensive English Program | 4 weeks | 20 | $2,395 | $2,455 |
Application or registration charge: $125. Confirm the refund terms with the school.
Program details to confirm
The session totals combine tuition with the listed student-services charge. The $125 one-time application fee and books are separate. The intensive schedule provides 20 hours of instruction per week, Tuesday through Friday, and students can complete one level in an eight-week session. The school says classes begin monthly, but the reviewed page does not provide a current date calendar.
Do you need a visa for this program?
The school reports a weekly class load of 20; its unit may not equal 60 minutes. For this course at American English Institute, a weekly hour count does not by itself establish permission to study as a visitor. Language training generally uses the student route; the visitor exception is limited to a short recreational, non-credit course during a tourist visit. Confirm the actual course and your circumstances before booking.
Review visa questionsHow this compares
At $424 a week this is number 72 of the 96 programs whose tuition we have confirmed, cheaper than 24 of the others, against a median of $319. The nearest few:
- Intensive English Program, Indiana University$407
- Institute of Intensive English$420
- American English Institute$424
- UConn American English Language Institute (UCAELI)$433
- Divine Word College$438
Lower-tuition programs in California
These programs have a lower calculated weekly tuition figure in the same state, based on information published by the schools. Course length, fees, class load, housing and admission terms may differ, so this is a tuition comparison, not a total-cost ranking.
- International Academy of English (IAE) - San Diego$90/week
- Campus English Academy$125/week
- American Academy of English$136/week
Before you apply to American English Institute
Check the exact course and intake with the school before paying. Our listing does not submit an application or confirm an offer of admission.
- Ask for the next available start date and application deadline.
- Ask about entry age, English-level placement and any course-specific requirements.
- Ask what housing is available, its total cost and the commute to your actual classroom.
- Read the cancellation and refund terms before making a payment.
- If you need F-1 status, ask whether this campus and this exact course can issue a Form I-20. A school-level SEVP match does not establish course eligibility.
Choosing within Riverside
We list 2 English-language programs in Riverside. Compare their courses, accreditation and transfer conditions directly. California has 44 in total, view our state listings.
None of the others in Riverside publish a rate we have been able to confirm.
- Intensive English Program, California Baptist Universityrate not confirmed
Accreditation
Accredited by the CEA, site 426, next reviewed April 2031. CEA is recognized by the US Department of Education. Accreditation and SEVP certification are separate checks; confirm the specific campus and course’s I-20 eligibility with the school. Checked against the Commission's own list, 8 September 2026.
Not confirmed in our record
- term start dates
- a direct phone number
Common questions
How much does American English Institute cost?
$424 a week, calculated from the $3,395 published for its 8-week "8-week Intensive English Program". School source dated September 15, 2026; confirm current prices and conditions with the school.
Do you need an F-1 visa to study at American English Institute?
For a course at American English Institute, a weekly hour count does not by itself establish permission to study as a visitor. Language training generally uses the student route; the visitor exception is limited to a short recreational, non-credit course during a tourist visit. Confirm the actual course and your circumstances before booking.
Is American English Institute accredited?
Yes, accredited by the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation as site 426, next reviewed April 2031. CEA is recognized by the US Department of Education. SEVP certification and I-20 eligibility require a separate check.