The ALI runs three semester programs each year. Fall and Spring Semesters are 13 weeks long. Summer Semester is 11 weeks long. The program consists of 25 class hours per week. The ALI offers five proficiency levels from high beginner (TOEFL 300 and above) to advanced (TOEFL 520-600). Please note that the ALI does not have a beginning level course. All students should have had some formal study of English before applying to the program. Also, students with TOEFL scores of over 600 on the initial placement examination will be counseled to seek other study opportunities in advanced academic programs.
Housing is available both on-campus and off-campus. All students need to make their own individual arrangements. Dormitory space is very limited during the Fall and Spring Semesters (September-May) and reservations usually need to be made 6-8 months ahead of time. Students who prefer off-campus housing will find a variety of options available throughout the city, but it is wise to arrange in advance for temporary housing in a hotel or residence club. The ALI provides information about temporary housing, but cannot make housing arrangements for you.
location information:
The American Language Institute is located on the campus of San Francisco State University in the southwestern part of San Francisco, "America's Favorite City", famous for its great beauty, its mild climate, and its sophisticated and cosmopolitan population. San Francisco is close to the famous "Silicon Valley", the center of the computer industry in the United States. Within a single day you can reach most of the important business, social and tourist attractions of California.
application information:
The ALI provides I-20 certification for students who wish to apply for student visas overseas. All applicants must be graduates of a recognized high school or secondary school and must be 18 years of age or older. All applicants must submit an application form and financial statement, along with a non-refundable application fee. The American Language Institute can only accept a limited number of students for each session. Therefore, students should apply as early as possible. Enrollment typically closes 2-3 months before the beginning of a session.
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