California State University Bakersfield Intensive English Language Center April 2012 The IELC program is a member of AAIEP: American Association of Intensive English Programs, NAFSA: Association of International Educators and CATESOL: California Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages.

Intensive English Language Center The IELC is located on the campus of California State University, Bakersfield. The center offers an intensive English language program designed to prepare students for successful academic study in the United States. IELC was founded in 1994 and hosts an average of international students per quarter from many different countries around the world.

Where are IELC students from? IELC Spring 2012 Student Demographics Brazil – 1 Brazil – 1 China – 4 China – 4 Colombia – 5 Colombia – 5 Cuba – 1 Cuba – 1 Japan – 3 Japan – 3 Korea – 3 Korea – 3 Kuwait – 1 Kuwait – 1 Mali – 1 Mali – 1 Mexico – 2 Mexico – 2 Morocco – 1 Morocco – 1 Oman – 1 Oman – 1 Peru – 1 Peru – 1 Saudi Arabia – 14 Saudi Arabia – 14 Senegal – 1 Senegal – 1 Syria – 1 Syria – 1 Taiwan – 1 Taiwan – 1 Venezuela – 3 Venezuela – 3

IELC Session Information Four sessions are offered throughout the year, with beginning dates in January, March, June, and September. The non-credit program meets 23 hours per week and offers courses to improve the reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills of students for academic and everyday living purposes. Classes are also offered in such subjects as American culture, study skills, American history, creative writing, idioms & slang, vocabulary development, grammar, speech and TOEFL iBT preparation.

Conditional Admission to CSUB IELC and the CSUB Office of International Students and Programs work together closely in granting qualified undergraduate students conditional admission into the university. Qualified students wishing to study in CSUB’s MBA program may also be eligible for conditional admission. Students requesting conditional admission need to apply to both programs (IELC and CSUB) to be considered. Conditionally admitted students must meet all requirements for university admission except for the required TOEFL or IELTS score. Upon attaining the required score, the transfer process to a degree program can be completed. For more information visit the IELC

Attendance at IELC offers: A Safe, Friendly Environment A Safe, Friendly Environment Professional Instructors Professional Instructors Small Classes Small Classes A Computer Lab with Internet Access A Computer Lab with Internet Access Preparation for Undergraduate and Graduate Programs Preparation for Undergraduate and Graduate Programs Excellent Campus Facilities Excellent Campus Facilities Homestay and Campus Dorms Homestay and Campus Dorms Fun and Educational Activities and Field Trips Fun and Educational Activities and Field Trips TOEFL iBT Preparation TOEFL iBT Preparation Academic Advising Academic Advising University Bridge Program University Bridge Program

Fun Out of Town Field Trips Hearst Castle, San Simeon and Cambria Hearst Castle, San Simeon and Cambria Disneyland in Anaheim Disneyland in Anaheim Knott’s Berry Farm in Buena Park Knott’s Berry Farm in Buena Park Sequoia National Park (Summer only) Sequoia National Park (Summer only) Universal Studios Hollywood Universal Studios Hollywood The Getty Center and Art Museum in Los Angeles and Shopping at Universal City Walk The Getty Center and Art Museum in Los Angeles and Shopping at Universal City Walk Los Angeles Zoo and Museum of the American West Los Angeles Zoo and Museum of the American West California Science Center in Los Angeles California Science Center in Los Angeles Page Museum and the La Brea Tar Pits in Los Angeles Page Museum and the La Brea Tar Pits in Los Angeles The Getty Villa in Pacific Palisades and Shopping in Santa Monica The Getty Villa in Pacific Palisades and Shopping in Santa Monica

Interesting Local Field Trips Kern County Museum, Pioneer Village, and Black Gold: The Oil Experience Kern County Museum, Pioneer Village, and Black Gold: The Oil Experience California Living Museum and Zoo (CALM) California Living Museum and Zoo (CALM) Wind Wolves Nature Preserve Wind Wolves Nature Preserve Bakersfield Museum of Art Bakersfield Museum of Art Buck Owens Crystal Palace Buck Owens Crystal Palace Murray Family Farms Murray Family Farms Dewar's Ice Cream and Candy Factory Dewar's Ice Cream and Candy Factory Carver Cattle Ranch Carver Cattle Ranch Bowling Bowling Ice Skating Ice Skating Monster Miniature Gold Monster Miniature Gold One Room School House at Pioneer Village Murray Family Farms

IELC Homestay Program The IELC Homestay Program is available for students who want to live with an American family. The family setting provides a great opportunity for students to learn about American traditions and customs. Homestay encourages students to practice informal English with native speakers on a daily basis in a natural setting. The students gain a rich experience in American culture. Host families provide each student with a private room, meals and transportation to and from school and school related activities.

IELC has an active group of community volunteers who help students adjust to American life. The group, Friendship Partners, is part of the Christian group, International Students Inc. Friendship Partners are American families or single persons who volunteer to become friends with an international student. Friendship Partners often treat students as part of their family, and provide much needed support and help in emotional and practical aspects of life in the United States. Many Friendship Partners become lifelong friends with their international friends. As one Friendship Partner said, "When international students arrive, everything is new. They need someone to prepare them for how things are done, how we think, and the easiest ways to adjust to our culture. They need someone who is truly going to be their friend."

Visa Information The Intensive English Language Center, as a program offered by the Extended University Division of California State University, Bakersfield, is authorized under Federal Law to enroll non- immigrant students. If requested, when the IELC application process is complete, students will be sent the appropriate documentation to apply for an F-1 student visa at a U.S. consulate or embassy.

TOEFL iBT The Intensive English Language Center is an approved testing center for the TOEFL iBT which is offered by Educational Testing Service (ETS). For the convenience of IELC students, the test is given approximately 2-4 times per month in the center’s computer lab. Students may receive information about the TOEFL iBT and sign up to take the TOEFL iBT test by visiting the ETS website at: IELC Computer Lab

California State University, Bakersfield California State University, Bakersfield opened in September 1970 as the 19th member of the 23- campus California State University system, the largest university system in the world. CSUB offers small classes, providing quality instruction and individual attention to students’ Interests and needs. Tiemoko Diarra, Mali IELC and CSUB Graduate

California State University, Bakersfield Offering 31 Baccalaureate degrees and 17 Master’s degree programs, the university is a comprehensive regional university and is committed to excellence in its four schools: Humanities and Social Sciences, Business and Public Administration, Natural Sciences and Mathematics, and Education. The university is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, with six programs also accredited by national accrediting organizations.

City of Bakersfield Bakersfield is a family-oriented community with a population of over 250,000. The city is surrounded by some of the richest agriculture in the world and is one of the fastest growing communities in the state. Bakersfield is located in Kern County. The county produces 77% of California’s crude oil and 65% of the state’s natural gas production. This represents approximately 10% of the nation’s total oil production.

Location of Bakersfield Bakersfield is located in the heart of California and within easy driving distance of major cities, tourist attractions, and beautiful natural wonders. The city is only 2.5 hours from Los Angeles and major California attractions, including Disneyland, Universal Studios and world- renown art exhibits; 3 hours from Yosemite National Park; and 4 hours to Las Vegas and San Francisco. Beaches, breathtaking forests, and major snow skiing resorts are also hours away -- 2 to 3 hours from the city. Major transportation provides easy access to other cities in and out of state.

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