Description

We issue I-0s for F-1 international students: 20 hours per week for 16 weeks. Application is 3 pages including a financial statement. F-1 transfer students also complete a 4th page. Students who want to attend the College of Marin credit program waive TOEFL requirement after completing level 3 of the IEP. Four courses (grammar, reading, writing, listening/speaking/pronunciation) meet 5 hours each week.

Au pairs (J-1) living in the area can choose 8-week or 16-week programs between 5 and 15 hours per week. Certificate issued for hours completed.

Program includes:
- Free lunch-time electives: book club, movies, TOEFL prep, pronunciation.
- Two field trips in San Francisco Bay Area per semester.
- Cultural events and parties round out the program.
- Internet Cafe on campus with email and language program access.

Highlights

* Students develop strong friendships from studying with international students.
* Beautiful natural environment with clean air, oak-tree studded campus, birds, deer.
* Students may take Institutional TOEFL for admission to College of Marin credit program where TOEFL score is waived for students who complete level 3 of IEP.
* TOEFL preparation in all level 3 courses.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Minimum Education

High School

Languages

• English

Languages Used as a Medium of Teaching

• English

Subject Areas

• English As A Second Language

Cost in US$:

USD 2,500 for F-1 International Students

Program Fees Include:

USD 2,500 for F-1 international students. Mandatory health insurance at additional cost.
Part-time options for non-F1 students for 8-week program:
5 hours/ USD 375
10 hours/ USD 725
15 hours/ USD 975
20 hours/ USD 1175

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

American, Asian, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi, South African and Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat
• Home-stays
• Independent living
• Other

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

IEP-F1s apply 30 days before semester begin

The College of Marin Intensive English Program's Mission Statement

College of Marin Intensive English Program at the Indian Valley Campus has been located at the Indian Valley Campus for 30 years. We are an international community of English-language learners including new F-1 students, F-1 transfer students, J-1 au pairs from the community and residents. College of Marin Credit Program at the Kentfield Campus: College of Marin's commitment to educational excellence is rooted in our mission to provide excellent educational opportunities for all members of our diverse community by offering: preparation for transfer to four-year schools and universities; workforce education; basic skills improvement; intellectual and physical development; and lifelong learning; and cultural enrichment. The College of Marin is committed to responding to community needs by offering student-centered programs and services in a supportive, innovative learning environment with a strong foundation of sustainability, which will instill environmental sensitivity in our students.