- ALCI Chico facilitates a transition from an intensive English language program to an academic program at Chico State or to other colleges and universities in the United States. - Students who study English at the American Language and Culture Institute on the CSU Chico campus can apply for conditional admission. - Chico has the charm of a small town, with all the amenities of a big city.
National Mix
Nationalities of students include Japanese(45%), Korean(12%),Saudi Arabian(10%)Taiwan(9%), Chinese(8%) and other countries. Thepercentage may vary each month.
Conditional Admission
Students who do not meet the English proficiency requirements, may be able to apply for conditional admission. In this case, students study English at the American Language and Culture Institute on the CSU, Chico campus. When students reach proficiency, they may begin their studies at the University.
American Language and Culture Institute (ALCI)About the
The American Language and Culture Institute (ALCI Chico), is located on the campus of CSU Chico.ALCI Chico provides general English language skills for students’ personal and professional growth, as well as an introduction to American culture and the higher education system in California and the United States. The City of Chico is located 90 miles north of Sacramento in the northern end of the lush Sacramento Valley. With an urban population of approximately 90,000, Chico has the charm of a small town, with all the amenities of a big city. Students who do not meet the English proficiency requirements, may be able to apply for conditional admission. In this case, students study English at the American Language and Culture Institute on the CSU, Chico campus. When students reach proficiency, they may begin their studies at the University.
California State University (CSU), ChicoAbout the
California State University, Chico (Chico State) is the second-oldest campus in the twenty-three-campus California State University system. It is located in Chico, California, about ninety miles north of Sacramento. As of the Fall 2012 semester, the university had a total enrollment of 16,470 students. The university offers 126 types of Bachelor's degrees, 35 Master's degrees, and four types of teaching credentials. Chico State is known for its academic programs in engineering, science, computing, business, technology, environmental studies, Theatre Arts and communication. The university has more than 50 Departments and offers more than 150 undergraduate degrees. It is organized into seven colleges and four schools.
ALCI Chico facilitates a transition from an intensive English language program to an academic program at Chico State or to other colleges and universities in the United States.
Benefit, Goal of this course : -Open University: Take regular California State University, Chico classes.
-Conditional Admission:Conditional Admission to the University without taking the TOEFL.
-TOEFL: Prepare for the TOEFL through ALCI Chico. TOEFL testing offered year-round.
-Math Preparation Courses: Prepare for University entrance exams or college-level math in courses customized for English language learners.
Curriculum :
The American Language and Culture Institute (ALCI Chico), located on the campus of California State University, Chico, offers five, seven-week sessions of intensive English language instruction per year to international students of all proficiency levels, from beginning to advanced. ALCI Chico facilitates a transition from an intensive English language program to an academic program at Chico State or to other colleges and universities in the United States. The program provides general English language skills for students’ personal and professional growth, as well as an introduction to American culture and the higher education system in California and the United States.
Classroom Hour :
20 lessons per week,Course schedule may vary for each level.
ALCI Chico facilitates a transition from an intensive English language program to an academic program at Chico State or to other colleges and universities in the United States.
Benefit, Goal of this course : -Open University: Take regular California State University, Chico classes.
-Conditional Admission:Conditional Admission to the University without taking the TOEFL.
-TOEFL: Prepare for the TOEFL through ALCI Chico. TOEFL testing offered year-round.
-Math Preparation Courses: Prepare for University entrance exams or college-level math in courses customized for English language learners.
Curriculum :
The American Language and Culture Institute (ALCI Chico), located on the campus of California State University, Chico, offers five, seven-week sessions of intensive English language instruction per year to international students of all proficiency levels, from beginning to advanced. ALCI Chico facilitates a transition from an intensive English language program to an academic program at Chico State or to other colleges and universities in the United States. The program provides general English language skills for students’ personal and professional growth, as well as an introduction to American culture and the higher education system in California and the United States.
Classroom Hour :
20 lessons per week,Course schedule may vary for each level.
* Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice. *Free Pickup from Airport during the Orientation Week
Accommodation
There are a number of accommodations in Downtown Chico and the surrounding area that are within walking distance of the CSU, Chico campus.
On campus housing
Rooms are minimal amenity and include bed linens (sheets and a blanket), pillow and pillow case, bath towel, soap, and a cup. Things you may want to bring to make your stay more comfortable include a robe and slippers, shampoo, a washcloth, an alarm clock for your room, etc. Custodial staff maintains all public areas and provides the linen service at the beginning of your stay, but will not clean or service individual rooms. Wireless internet access is available and a user name and password will be provided at your request. Card-operated washers and dryers are provided in each residence hall. Cards can be purchased in the residence hall lobby.
Surrounding Area
The City of Chico is located 90 miles north of Sacramento in the northern end of the lush Sacramento Valley. With an urban population of approximately 90,000, Chico has the charm of a small town, with all the amenities of a big city. Downtown Chico is within a block of campus and offers a wide variety of shopping, dining, and cultural experiences. Bidwell Park, one of the largest municipal parks in the country at 3,670 acres, stretches nearly 11 miles from campus east into the foothills and provides year-round recreation activities.
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Basketball courts, cafeteria, computer center, fitness center, gymnasium, language technology center, library, Recreational park, running track, snack bar, soccer field, swimming pool, wheelchair accessible
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