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15 minutes from Chico Municipal Airport by car. |
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HIGHLIGHTS
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Admission to CSU, Chico without TOEFL score for academically-qualified students
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CSU, Chico consistently ranked among the best Western public universities in the U.S. News & World Report
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Live in Chico, rated as one of the 5 best university towns in the western U.S and near Lake Tahoe, San Francisco and Yosemite Park
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A Message from School |
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William Dantona, Director
American Language and Culture Institute
Greetings from Chico, California!
As the Director of the American Language and Culture Institute (ALCI), I welcome you to our school profile on ApplyESL.com. We have been offering outstanding English language programs on the California State University, Chico campus since 1979; our students have come from more than 80 countries....
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Type
: Public
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Establishment
: 1979
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Membership/Accreditation : AAIEP
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Enrollment
: 80
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Average Class Size
: 13
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Student Adviser
: Yes
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Airport Pickup: Yes
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Internet Access
: Yes
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Tuition
: Medium
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Activities
: Frequent
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Location
: Suburban
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Transportation
: Bus, Taxi
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CONTACT INFORMATION |
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American Language and Culture Institute
Center for Regional and Continuing Education
California State University, Chico
400 West First Street
Chico, CA, 95929-0250
, U.S.A.
TEL: +1 530 898-6821
FAX: +1 530 898-4020
E-mail: alci@csuchico.edu
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: About the ESL Program |
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Established in 1979, the American Language and Culture Institute (ALCI) at California State University (CSU) is dedicated to helping international students improve their English language proficiency for personal, academic, and professional growth, as well as to introducing American culture and the system of higher education. The ALCI curriculum provides the necessary language and cultural skills for students to successfully transition from an intensive English language program to an academic program at CSU, Chico or at other equally prestigious American colleges or universities. Outside of the classroom, ALCI students have plenty of opportunities to participate in various university and community activities. Events such as the Welcome Lunch, the International Festival, meetings with conversation partners, and different social gatherings offer essential, informal opportunities for students to practice their language skills and experience American culture. ALCI students receive CSU, Chico identification (ID) cards and gain full access to campus facilities, including the library, student health centers, sports facilities, computer labs with email accounts and internet access, and the International Student Advising Office. With their ID cards, students can also ride local buses free-of-charge. The ALCI is a proud member of AAIEP, the American Association of Intensive English Programs promoting professional standards and high-quality English programs.
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| Academically-qualified students may enroll in regularly scheduled university classes at CSU, Chico and earn university credit while attending intensive English language classes at ALCI. |
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Student Countries of Origin |
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ALCI hosts more than 300 students representing approximately 15 countries worldwide each year. Recently, students have come to ALCI from Japan (10%), Korea (5%), Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates (10%), Taiwan (9%), China, Turkey, Thailand and Indonesia (8%), Brazil (5%), and others (11%).
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Faculty Qualifications |
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| All ALCI instructors are highly-qualified, professionally trained instructors that hold Master's degrees in English with concentrations in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) or in similarly related fields. As members of professional educational organizations, ALCI instructors have extensive training and experience teaching English as a Second Language to students from around the world, both in the United States and abroad. The personal and academic qualities of all ALCI instructors make each uniquely qualified to offer meaningful language-learning opportunities and to be sympathetic to the issues important to their students. |
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| While attending the ALCI, students have the opportunity to live in on-campus dormitories, off-campus residence halls, or enjoy a homestay experience. Students living on-campus will be close to classes, campus activities, and other students - both American and international. For students who prefer a more independent lifestyle, off-campus residences provides more privacy. The ALCI also arranges homestays for those students who want to experience American culture as a member of a family and practice their English. Students are encouraged to make their housing arrangements as soon as possible due to the limited amount of space available. The ALCI program will assist students in finding private off-campus apartments; however it is the students' responsibility to make their own arrangements. For more information, use the Contact Address to ask the school directly. |
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| CSU, Chico is ideally located in Chico, California, a friendly town recently rated as one of the five best university towns in the western United States. Home to more than 100,000 residents, Chico's picturesque parks and tree-lined streets make it a wonderful place to both live and study. Relatively free from much of the crime, crowding, and pollution often associated with larger cities, Chico has a "big city taste" with a "small town flavor." Situated in beautiful Northern California, Chico residents enjoy the Mediterranean-like climate and low cost of living. Widely recognized as an outdoor recreational paradise, Chico offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts to go biking, rafting, skiing, hiking, and camping. Residents enjoy the city's variety of movie and performance theaters, bookstores, professional sporting events, and the popular Farmers' Market in the downtown area, as well as a diversity of restaurants and caf駸 to fit all budgets and tastes. Plenty of opportunities are available to go snow skiing in the winter and mountain climbing in the spring and early summer on nearby beautiful Mount Shasta. Located near world-famous destinations such as Lake Tahoe, San Francisco, and Yosemite National Park, Chico's surrounding areas offers excellent golf courses, fine cosmopolitan art galleries, and fantastic fishing. |
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About the College/University |
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| Founded in 1887, California State University, Chico is the second oldest university among the 23-campus California State University system and is consistently rated among the best Western public universities in the U.S. News & World Report's annual guide, America's Best Colleges. Home to 14,000 students, including 400 international students representing over 60 nations, CSU, Chico offers an inviting and safe educational setting that is ranked #1 in the CSU system for graduate student satisfaction and campus beauty. With 9 Colleges offering more than 100 undergraduate degree programs, CSU, Chico's most popular academic disciplines include Business Administration, Computer Engineering, Teacher Training, and Public Administration. Each year, the active CSU, Chico campus community presents more than 500 festivals, exhibits, concerts, lectures, and athletic and arts events. Outside of the classroom, students have the opportunity to participate in more than 240 student organizations on-campus and join numerous volunteer services. The Recreational Sports program offers students a year-long schedule of intramural sports, from ski racing and floor hockey to volleyball, soccer, and Ultimate Frisbee. |
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A Message from School |
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Greetings from Chico, California!
As the Director of the American Language and Culture Institute (ALCI), I welcome you to our school profile on ApplyESL.com. We have been offering outstanding English language programs on the California State University, Chico campus since 1979; our students have come from more than 80 countries. Our intensive English program is designed to help you reach your academic and professional goals. ALCI instructors and staff will give you the individual attention you need to succeed in your studies and to enjoy your life here. ALCI students participate in conversation groups and various social and cultural activities, which provide valuable opportunities to practice English and learn about American culture in informal and stimulating settings. Besides being a great place to study, Chico is a great place to live. It is located in beautiful northern California, away from the congestion and problems of larger cities. Please contact us for more information. I look forward to meeting in Chico, California.
William Dantona, Director
American Language and Culture Institute |
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