International Programs
American Language and Culture Program (ALCP)
The American Language and Culture Program (ALCP) provides an opportunity to learn or enhance your English skills from knowledgeable and friendly English as a Second Language (ESL) experts. The friendly ALCP staff will help students adjust to life in America and advise students on how to succeed in the U.S. and at CSUMB.
ALCP has various sessions and program length. The program is for students who wish to improve their English skills for professional development or academic preparation.
Students can enroll in ALCP without taking an English proficiency test. Students who do not meet the English proficiency requirements can enroll in ALCP and then apply to our degree program through Conditional admission.
ALCP is offering an in-person program for Fall 2021 (Oct 18 - Dec 17). Please see below for program details.
The following information is for in-person ALCP courses. Información sobre ALCP en español.
ALCP Fall 2021 program
ALCP will begin offering in-person courses starting Fall 2021. The 8-week program courses will include academic writing, academic reading, American culture, oral communication, and four excursions to local attraction (i.e. Monterey Bay Aquarium). Upon completion of the program, students will receive a farewell ceremony and certificate of completion.
Program dates: October 18 - December 17, 2021
Instruction hours: 18 hours per week (8-week program)
Program cost:
| Description | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $2,850 |
| Campus fee | $39 |
| Housing (homestay) | $1,200/month |
| Meal | $600/month |
| Health insurance | $300 |
Curriculum
ALCP students will take an English placement test during orientation (mandatory). Students will be enrolled in the appropriate level courses based on test scores.
At all English levels, coursework will include:
- Reading: preparation for U.S. university couses by focusing on vocabulary development, strategies to understand context and cultural background information
- Oral communication: listening, pronunciation, presentation and verbal interactions in U.S. university settings. Students will practice interactive conversations and discussion skills to communicate effectively with professors and fellow students
- Academic writing and editing: develop professional writing and organizational structure techniques to plan, organize, and write academic essays and citation requirements
- American culture: covers aspects of American culture and university life. Students will learn the roots of American ideology, customs and beliefs. This class emphasizes cultural diversity to understand American culture.
Program format
- 4-week sessions
- 8-week sessions
- 16-week sessions (one semester)
- Conditional admission
- Customized programs: available for groups and partner universities. Contact ALCP coordinator for more information.
Program dates
| Session | Program duration | Dates | Instruction modality |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2021 Session II | 8-weeks | Oct 18 - Dec 17 | In-person |
| Spring 2022 Session I | 8-weeks | Jan 24 - Mar 11 | In-person |
| Spring 2022 Session II | 10-weeks | Mar 14 - May 19 | In-person |
| Summer 2022 Session I | 4-weeks | Jun 6 - Jul 1 | In-person |
| Summer 2022 Session II | 4-weeks | Jul 5 - Jul 29 | In-person |