Intensive English Program

Intensive English Program
Cerritos College

Download Intensive English Program (IEP) Brochure

DO YOU WANT TO GO TO COLLEGE,
BUT DON'T HAVE THE ENGLISH SKILLS?
WE CAN HELP!

Cerritos College is a premiere accredited two-year community college that offers a full-time Intensive English Program where you can develop the language skills you need to enter Cerritos College or into a university in the U.S. Our program and campus is a student-centered environment where you will be fully immersed into the English language and culture. Our top notch faculty and staff are dedicated to making your learning and cultural experience rewarding.

Cerritos College offers three levels of the Intensive English Program: level one - beginners, level two - intermediate and level three - advanced. Upon entering the program, you will be assessed and placed in the appropriate level. Each eight-week session will have 20 hours of intense English training per week and will include the use of the language and writing labs. You will develop your writing and speaking skills as you advance through the program.

Upon completion, you can transition into your major field of study at Cerritos College, or transfer to any other college or university you choose to attend. Cerritos College has a very high transfer rate of its international students - our graduates transfer to top universities such as UCLA, USC, UCI, UC Berkeley and many more.

Our campus is centrally located in Southern California, close to all major attractions (Hollywood, Disneyland, the beaches, etc). The program will include two field trips to local attractions, so that you can gain American cultural experiences while practicing your English skills.

Throughout your time at Cerritos College, you'll get personalized attention and support. Our Office of International Student Services is committed to helping you from the moment you contact us, to the day you graduate and/or transfer to a university. We will be with you every step of the way!

PROGRAM COST: $ 1,900.00 (for each eight-week session)

THE PROGRAM PRICE WILL INCLUDE:

• Tuition
• Assessment testing
• Orientation & welcome reception
• All books & class materials
• Field trips
• Certificate of completion
  

OTHER EXPENSES:

• Application fee ($ 50 one-time fee)
• SEVIS I-20 fee ($200 www.fmjfee.com)
• Room and Board (information on homestay accommodations available)*
• Room and Board
• Medical Insurance
• Personal expenses

ESTIMATED OF TOTAL COST

Amount to be shown on the bank letter (see below).

APPLY TODAY using the link below!
FOR MORE INFORMATION - go to our website at www.cerritos.edu/isc
or email us at international_center@cerritos.edu

Accreditation: Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges
Degrees & Programs: 200+
Campus: 135 acres
Location: Southern California campus located approximately 20 miles from the heart of Los Angeles.
Student Enrollment: average of 24,000 students with international students from more than 35 countries.
Transfer Rate: 95% of our International Students transfer to a four-year university
Office of International Student Services: Open year-round on campus, with a full staff to provide students support and help.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

The following documents are required for admission into Cerritos College - keep copies of all documents you turn in. Applications with incomplete documentation will not be processed until completed:

• Intensive English Application
• $50 application fee (non-refundable)
• Statement of Support from Financial Sponsor (Notarized)
• Bank Certification - verification on bank letterhead signed by bank official showing at least $11,750 USD available to the student or equivalent.
• TB (tuberculosis) exam results - must be within 2 years of application date
• Transcripts - Proof of Secondary or high school graduation
• Copy of Passport, Visa, and I-94
• Copy of all I-20's - if in the U.S. Once an initial I-20 is issued, a form I-901 along with a $200 SEVIS fee payment must be completed before applying for, or a re-validation, of the F-1 Visa status. For more information on paying the SEVIS fee, go to www.FMJfee.com.
• Transfer Authorization form - if transferring from another U.S. college or language school
• Information of Dependents (if any) - Put the name, date of birth, country of birth, relationship to the F-1 student fo each dependent (spouse and children) on a separate sheet of paper. Each dependent must have medical insurance. Add $3,000 for each dependent on the bank certification.

Have questions or want to talk to someone about applying? For more information, contact us by email at: international-center@cerritos.edu.