American Language Center
Intensive English Program
Huntingdon Valley, PA
American Language Center is the only English-language program currently in our Huntingdon Valley listings, independent or university-run, school-reported weekly class load 18.
- Location
- Huntingdon Valley, PA
- School-reported weekly class load
- 18Unit length varies; confirm with the school
- Accreditation
- CEA site 232
- 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 Language Center tuition and fees
| Option | Length | Class load/week | Tuition | Listed total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Two-semester intensive English program | 18 | $5,995 | ||
| One-semester intensive English program | 18 | $3,377 | ||
| One-session summer program | 6 weeks | 18 | $2,044 |
Program details to confirm
The school publishes an $830 initial deposit for the semester options and a $1,030 initial deposit for the summer option, followed by the payment schedules shown on its tuition page. The two-session summer tuition is $3,377. Government SEVIS charges are separate.
Do you need a visa for this program?
The school reports a weekly class load of 18; its unit may not equal 60 minutes. For this course at American Language Center, 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 $341 a week this is number 55 of the 96 programs whose tuition we have confirmed, cheaper than 41 of the others, against a median of $319. The nearest few:
Lower-tuition programs in Pennsylvania
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.
Before you apply to American Language Center
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 for the application charge and every mandatory fee in writing.
- 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 Huntingdon Valley
This is the only English-language program currently in our Huntingdon Valley listings. Our directory may not include every local option; ask about alternatives and transfer conditions before committing. Pennsylvania has 16 in total, view our state listings.
Accreditation
Accredited by the CEA, site 232, next reviewed December 2029. 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 Language Center cost?
$341 a week, calculated from the $2,044 published for its 6-week "One-session summer 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 Language Center?
For a course at American Language Center, 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 Language Center accredited?
Yes, accredited by the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation as site 232, next reviewed December 2029. CEA is recognized by the US Department of Education. SEVP certification and I-20 eligibility require a separate check.