American Language Center - University of California Los Angeles

University of California Los Angeles - American Language Center

American Language Center
University of California Los Angeles
10920 Lindbrook Drive
Los Angeles, California 90024
USA
Telephone: 310.825.9068
Fax: 310.825.6747
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School Introduction

The American Language Center is part of UCLA Extension. It is located in one of the safest areas of Los Angeles, just three blocks from the UCLA campus, about 20 minutes from the Pacific Ocean, Hollywood, Beverly Hills and close to other famous attractions such as Disneyland, Universal Studios.

ESL Program Introduction

Full-time, intensive courses for all audiences, ages 18 or older: academic, conversational, professional. 10 and 4 week courses in fall, winter and spring. 3-, 4-, 6- or 12-week programs during summer. Also offering morning part-time courses for tourists and professionals.

Curriculum Highlights:

Besides 20-23 hours of classroom instruction a week, students have free daily access to additional hours of language practice and instruction in the American Language Center's state-of-the-art language/computer labs, which they may also use for personal e-mail or web surfing.

Elective classes include: iBT TOEFL Prep, Business English, and Slang, America through Television and Movies, Pronunciation Improvement, and many more.

All courses taught by highly trained and experienced instructors.

Background Data

Number of ESL Students: 200-400
Average Class Size: 17
Hours per Week: 20-23 for intensive programs (12 hrs for part-time course)
Minimum Age: 18
Issue I-20: Yes
School Setting: Urban
Accreditation: AAIEP

Housing Options

Homestay, Dormitory, Apartment (cost not included in course fees)

Schedule & Fees

Academic Intensive English Program (AIEP): 23 hours per week

Session	Dates	Length	Fee
Winter 2008	Jan. 7-March 14	10 weeks	$3,225
Spring 2008	March 31-June 6	10 weeks	$3,225
Summer 2008
A	June 23-Sept. 12	12 weeks	$3,885
B	June 23-August 1	6 weeks	$1,940
C	August 4-Sept. 12	6 weeks	$1,940
Fall 2008	Sept. 29-Dec 5	10 weeks	$3,225

Intensive English Communication Program (IECP): 20 hours per week

Session	Dates	Length	Fee
Winter 2008
A	Jan. 7-31	4 weeks	$1,610
B	Feb 4-Feb 28	4 weeks	$1,610
C	March 3-March 27	4 weeks	$1,610
Spring 2008
A	March 31-April 24	4 weeks	$1,610
B	April 28-May 22	4 weeks	$1,610
C	May 27-June 19	4 weeks	$1,610
Summer 2008
A	June 30-July 24	4 weeks	$1,610
B	July 28-August 21	4 weeks	$1,610
C	August 25-Sept 12	3 weeks	$1,225
Fall 2008
A	Sept 29-Oct 23	4 weeks	$1,610
B	Oct 27-Nov 20	4 weeks	$1,610
C	Nov 24-Dec 18	4 weeks	$1,610

American Culture and Communication Course (ACC): 12 hours per week

The ACC is a part-time course for individuals whose primary purpose in coming to the United States is to visit family and friends, pursue business projects, and/or travel in the U.S. and Southern California. The ACC allows participants to improve their English and learn more about American culture and life in Southern California. Participants take English classes four days a week in the mornings only, Monday-Thursday for three or four weeks. Each morning is composed of three 50-minute sessions. A nonrefundable $150 application fee is required; this fee is valid for 1 year. The Student Services Fee is required for all students and all programs. Note: This course is for people whose intent in coming to the United States is not to study, but rather to be a short term tourist or business person. The program does not constitute a full-course of study and does not qualify for an F-1 student visa.

Dates correspond to the IECP schedule (see above):
4 weeks : $1,320
3 weeks: $925

If you are interested in any of our programs and would like to request information, please contact us!

Visit the web sites of the American Language Center - University of California Los Angeles and the UCLA Extension.

AAIEP Member Program