San Jose State University Studies in American Language [San Jose, CA] Academic and TOEFL Preparation LOCATION 1 hour from San Francisco International Airport and 15 minutes from Mineta International Airport by car. HIGHLIGHTS High-quality classroom instruction and exposure to American culture through field trips and activities. Gain full access to on-campus learning and academic facilities, and transportation services. Live in the Silicon Valley, the nation's center of technology, and experience nearby San Francisco, "America's Favorite City." A Message from School Karen O'Neill Director, Studies in American Language Greetings from sunny San Jos�! Welcome to Studies in American Language (SAL) at San Jos� State University! Today, I invite you to learn more about our program and apply to SAL through ApplyESL.com. Since 1975, SAL has offered our students excellent English language instruction to meet their academic, practical and professional needs.... >> Read Entire Message DATA Type : Public Establishment : 1975 Membership/Accreditation : UCIEP,AAIEP Enrollment : 280 - 320 Average Class Size : 14 Student Adviser : Yes Airport Pickup: Yes Internet Access : Yes Tuition : Medium Activities : Weekly Location : Urban Transportation : Bus Train CONTACT INFORMATION Studies in American Language San Jose State University Industrial Studies #227 San Jose, CA, 95192-0215 ,  TEL: 408-924-2660 FAX: 408-924-2669 E-mail: sal@salmail.sjsu.edu View Course & Apply Online Academic and TOEFL Preparation American Communication and Culture Program The Academic and TOEFL Preparation program is offered in 9- and 17-week sessions throughout the academic year. Regardless of program length, students enrolled in the program receive 20 hours of classroom instruction each week. The program offers 8 levels of English classes, from beginning to advanced. Upon arrival at SAL, students take a Placement Test and are interviewed to help determine the level best-suited to their ability. The program's curriculum is designed to develop the academic English skills essential to gain admission and to succeed at an American university or college while also placing emphasis on improving students' TOEFL scores. Core instruction develops students' four basic skill areas, including speaking, writing, reading, and listening. Students also have the opportunity to select from a wide range of elective classes to study areas including conversation, test preparation, and pronunciation. Advanced-level students have the beneficial opportunity to enroll in SJSU undergraduate courses while attending SAL. Students complement their classroom instruction by attending academic advising workshops and participating in regular campus activities. TOEFL test-taking strategies taught to students are a key component to the program. Putting their acquired test skills into practice, actual paper-based Institutional TOEFL examinations are administered to students as part of the program. Class sizes generally range from 10 to 18 students per class. Every effort is made to keep classes at an ideal size for effective English language instruction. CLASS SIZE 10 -18 students CLASS LEVELS 8 levels COURSE LENGTH 9, 17 weeks MINIMUM AGE 18 years old REQUIREMENT High school graduation VISA INFORMATION I-20 issued upon request HOUSING Dormitory/On-Campus Apartment Homestay Off-Campus Residence DATES  2008  2009 1/14 - 3/14 (9W) 1/12 - 3/13 (9W) 1/14 - 5/16 (17W) 1/12 - 5/15 (17W) 3/10 - 5/16 (9W) 3/09 - 5/15 (9W) 3/10 - 8/01 (17W) 3/09 - 7/31 (17W) 6/02 - 8/01 (9W) 6/01 - 7/31 (9W) 6/02 - 10/17 (17W) 6/01 - 10/16 (17W) 8/18 - 10/17 (9W) 8/17 - 10/16 (9W) 8/18 - 12/12 (17W) 8/17 - 12/11 (17W) 10/13 - 12/12 (9W) 10/12 - 12/11 (9W) 10/13 - 3/13 (17W) ('09) 10/12 - 3/19 (17W) ('10) APPLICATION FEE US $100 TUITION FEE 2008 9 WEEKS US $2,990 17 WEEKS US $4,790 HOUSING PLACEMENT FEE US $435 (homestay) HOUSING FEE HOMESTAY DORMITORY/ON-CAMPUS APARTMENT OFF-CAMPUS RESIDENCE 9 WEEKS US $1,700 N/A US $2,400 17 WEEKS US $3,200 US $3,400 US $4,500 OTHERS Airport Pickup Service US $65 (San Jose) Date and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice. Application fee is non-refundable. Homestay and dormitory fees include meals. Dormitory is available during the Summer and for full academic semesters.