California State University, Long Beach
American Language Institute
 

Welcome to
The American Language Institute

For more than 25 years the American Language Institute (ALI) has provided quality programs with our professional, knowledgeable and enthusiastic faculty and staff. The ALI is located on the safe and vibrant California State University, Long Beach campus.
 
The ALI administers long/short-term programs, certificate programs, credit/non-credit courses, as well as support services and activities which make it the ideal place to start your international education.
 
The American Language Institute is also proud to have its Intensive English Program be the first accredited by the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation (CEA) in the state of California!

California State University, Long Beach

California State University, Long Beach is 3 miles from the ocean and 25 minutes from downtown Los Angeles. The campus is the largest in the California State University system and second largest university by enrollment.

With a continuing commitment to provide high-quality education, CSULB now offers more than 139 bachelors and master degrees, through a total of 279 programs and options. Notable programs include Business, Nursing, Kinesiology, Engineering, Music, Dance, Film & Electronic Arts, and Psychology. 

Living at the Beach

Want to know more about Long Beach, CA?
Long Beach is so close to every terrain and climate that in one day, you can surf in the morning, snow ski in the afternoon, and come home to see a movie at night. Every famous Southern California landmark, attraction, and destination is easily within a two-hour drive from the city.

What Our Students Say About ALI

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What's New

Fall 2010 On-Campus Housing

The housing office is now accepting applications for fall 2010. The online application will be available March 1 - May 1, 2010 (closing after 5:00 pm). Initial payment will be due May 1, 2010.

Please contact the American Language Institute office at 562-985-8424 for more information.

Financial Document Balance Increase

As of March 1, 2010 the American Language Institute will no longer be accepting bank statements with a minimum balance of $8,950.  Due to a tuition increase, a new minimum bank statement balance of $9,400 will be required to obtain a I-20 for a F-1 visa. If you have any questions, please contact our office.

Global Logistics Specialist International Program

This six month program is designed to provide supply chain/logistics training from a U.S. perspective, English language instruction, and U.S. cultural experiences.

ALI Program Information in Japanese, Vietnamese and Mandarin!

The American Language Institute is happy to now provide program information in:

Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)

Beginning in the summer of 2009, ALI will be offering a TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) Certificate course. Learn to teach English and work abroad! Click the title for more information.

Contact Information

American Language Institute
College of Continuing and Professional Education
6300 State University Drive, Suite 230
Long Beach, Ca 90815
Phone: (562) 985-8424
FAX: (562) 985-7104