Intensive English Pathway

The premier Intensive English Pathway (IEP) program prepares students of all levels of English ability and other qualified students a pathway option to take English language course along with university courses.  

 

This program acts as a pathway to Undergraduate Conditional Admission for students wanting to study for a bachelor's degree and Graduate Conditional Admission for students wanting to study for a master's degree.  Students have the opportunity to be recommended for university admission without a TOEFL or IELTS score if they successfully complete this program. 

Program Features:

• Opportunity to take university courses for credit toward a degree for qualified, advanced-level students
• Six proficiency levels
• Up to 24 class hours per week
• Small class sizes
• Leadership and service learning
• Mentorship and partnership  programs
• More than 100 recognized student organizations students can join
• Group activities such as beach picnics, cultural celebrations and other trips
• Academic courses in reading, vocabulary, academic writing, grammar, public speaking, study skills, test preparation and enrichment classes
• CSUSM credit classes for qualified, advanced-level students
• Chances to make international  and American friends
• Certificates of completion and certificate ceremony

How to apply for the Intensive English Pathway program

To apply to the ALCI from outside of the United States:

If you are outside of the United States and need an I-20 to apply for a VISA, please send the following:

• A scanned photocopy of the fillable ALCI Application Form.
• A scanned photocopy of an original bank statement dated within the last six months. (check here for minimum balance requirements).
• A $150 application fee (non-refundable) payable by credit card or check to "CSUSM."  This includes the express mail fee. 
• A scanned photocopy of your passport.

F-1 students transferring to the ALCI from a school within the United States:

If you have a valid I-20 and are transferring from a school in the United States, you must send the items above AND:

• An Eligibility to Transfer Form.
• Scanned photocopies of your transcripts from current ESL program.
• Scanned photocopies of your current I-20, visa, and I-94.

Send your application package to:

Email:

Please scan all documents and send as attachments (photos cannot be accepted) via e-mail to  alci@csusm.edu, OR
Mail:

The American Language and Culture Institute
California State University San Marcos
333 South Twin Oaks Valley Road
San Marcos, CA 92096-0001 USA

Incomplete applications will not be processed.  Check your application carefully.

Applicants must be at least 18 years old or a high school graduate, and have basic English skills.