| Spring | Spring mid semester |
| Summer I | Summer II |
| Fall | Fall mid semester Year |
How did you learn about SSALI?
Are you in the U.S. now? No Yes Type of visa
Do you wish to apply for an F-1 Student Visa? No Yes
Are you attending school in the U.S. now? No Yes
Name and address of school you are attending or last attended in the U.S.:
ACADEMIC INFORMATION
Have you taken the TOEFL? No Yes Score Date
Do you plan to attend Sonoma State University? No Yes Major
Do you need CONDITIONAL ADMISSION to Sonoma State University?
(undergraduate and some graduate [no MBA] only)
No
Yes
If yes, please include a separate check or charge card for $55 payable to Sonoma State University and a completed SSU International Application Form.
HOUSING INFORMATION
SSALI staff will be happy to arrange a homestay. Homestay placement fee is $40.
Other housing must be arranged by the student. What type of housing would you prefer?
| American Homestay | with meals without meals |
| Are you a | smoker? non-smoker? |
| Are pets OK? | No Yes |
| Are small children OK? | No Yes |
Are there any special considerations we should be aware of when assigning your homestay?
On-campus dormitory [Housing office will send you a housing application. You must apply 4 months in advance.]Other
TRAVEL INFORMATION
SSALI is located about 50 miles north of San Francisco. Transportation to Rohnert Park is either by bus
or private airport pick-up.
Do you plan to take the bus to Rohnert Park? (Cost: $32) No Yes
Will you want private airport pick-up from San Francisco International Airport? (Cost: $125) No Yes
FINANCIAL DECLARATION [Required for all F-1 Students]
Applicants to SSALI must provide evidence of adequate financial resources for their period of study in the U.S.
Tuition and fees must be paid in full on the day of registration. Please fill out the financial statement below and
attach a bank statement or other official documents to verify this information.
Your own funds
USD $
Funds from family or other individuals
USD $
Relationship to you
Total amount of funds available for your study
USD $
Funds should equal a minimum of $8000 (1 semester)
or for those requesting Conditional Admission $25,000 (1 academic year).]
This is to certify that I am aware of the costs of the Sonoma State American Language Institute
and that funds will be provided as required.
I have enclosed an official statement of financial guarantee.
Signature of applicant
Date
Name of person financially responsible
Signature of person financially responsible
Date
If you want to pay your $75 application fee by credit card, please complete the following information:
Mastercard Visa
Card number Expiration date
MAIL YOUR APPLICATION MATERIALS TO:
Sonoma State American Language Institute
Attn: Barbara McCall
1801 East Cotati Ave.
Rohnert Park, CA 94928-3609 USA
KEEP THIS INFORMATION
HOW TO APPLY TO SSALI –PLEASE SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING:
- Signed Application form
- $75 application fee – non-refundable
- Bank statement (original only) – necessary to obtain an I-20 for an F-1 Student visa. Minimum balance $7000
- Proof of high school or college graduation or official transcripts in English
- Copy of page one of your passport
CALENDAR 2009 TUITION
INTERSESSION 2009 January 6 – January 23 [3 weeks] $780
SPRING 2009 January 29 – May 8 [13 weeks] $3380
mid semester admission March 13 – May 8 [7 weeks] $1820
SUMMER ONE 2009 May 28 – July 7 [5 weeks] $1300
SUMMER TWO 2009 July 9 – August 13 [5 weeks] $1300
FALL SEMESTER 2009 September 3 – December 12 [13 weeks] $3380
mid semester admission date October 16 – December 11 [7 weeks] $1820
[Fall Break: November 23-27 - no classes]
- Application deadline for students who require an I-20 is 6 weeks before the start date of each session.
- Application deadline for F-1 transfer students and non F-1 students is one week before the start date of each session.
- All tuition payments are due at the time of registration.
- For non F-1 students part time programs are available. Tuition breakdown is available upon request.
FEES AND EXPENSES
There are several fees associated with studying at SSALI. Some are required and some are optional dependingon your needs.
Required Fees:
Application Fee $75Optional Fees:
Health Center Fee $148 (fall and spring only)
ID Card Fee $5
Medical Insurance $70/month
Homestay Placement Fee $40
Airport Pick-up Service $125 (payable to the driver)
Late Registration Fee $25
Late Testing Fee $75
Express Mail for late applications $30
Other Expenses (variable):
Books and materials $250/semester
Personal expenses $700/semester
FINANCIAL ADVICE
When you come to the SSALI office to register, pay tuition, and purchase insurance, payment can be made with
personal checks drawn on an American bank, money orders, or by credit card [VISA, MasterCard] We can accept
cash and travelers’ checks but prefer the other methods of payment.
MEDICAL INFORMATION
The SSU Health Center provides SSALI students with convenient on-campus care for minor medical problems.
[Mandatory fee: $148 per semester].
California State University requires all F-1 students to have full coverage health insurance to cover
major medical expenses. When you register for classes, you will be expected to purchase the school-sponsored
policy. This plan provides excellent coverage at a reasonable cost, approximately $65 per month.
You may want to bring an International Immunization Card or a letter from your physician detailing your
immunization history for DPT, polio, measles and rubella. This information will be required if you transfer to
college or university in the future.
All SSALI students are also required to take a TB skin test upon arrival.
HOUSING OPTIONS
AMERICAN HOMESTAY ($40 one time placement fee)The student lives with a host family in the local community, generally within a four-mile radius of the University.
The student has a private furnished bedroom and use of facilities. The cost does not include personal items such
as shaving cream, toothpaste, shampoo, etc.
- Full Homestay $600 per month: 16 meals/week are included.
- Room Plus Food $550 per month
Food is provided; student prepares own meals - Room Only $475 per month: Student shop.s for and prepares own meals.
Student shops for and prepares own meals
Note: SSALI Homestays are for SSALI students only. When you complete your studies at SSALI, you are required to find alternative housing.
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ON-CAMPUS HOUSING
On-campus apartments are available during the summer and occasionally at other times during the year. Apartments are equipped with kitchens. Students buy and cook their own ood. In addition, students must supply their own utensils, plates, cups and silverware. Sheets, blankets, pillows and towels are not provided. Students interested in on-campus housing should contact the housing office directly at Housing Services, 1801 E. Cotati Ave., Rohnert Park, CA 94928 USA, Phone 707-664-2541, Fax 707-664-4158 or at http://www.sonoma.edu/housing/livingon.html.
$675 (double) - $825 (single) per month
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OFF-CAMPUS HOUSING
This option is not recommended for new students. The SSALI office can offer only minimal help by providing
a list of apartment complexes in the area. Apartments are usually unfurnished. Cost for an unfurnished,
one bedroom apartment is $900 - $1100 per month. SSU's Housing Services maintains a listing of Off-Campus Housing at http://www.ssu.och101.com or you can contact Housing Services by email at offcampus.housing@sonoma.edu.
TRANSPORTATION FROM SAN FRANCISCO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Direct bus service is available from San Francisco Airport to Rohnert Park. The buses leave the airport every 90 minutes,
6:00 AM through 12 midnight. The cost is $32.
Airport Pick-up Service is also possible. We can arrange for a representative of SSALI to meet your flight and deliver you directly to your homestay or dormitory. The cost is $125 and is paid directly to the person picking you up. A one-week notice with flight information is required.
Sonoma State American Language Institute
1801 East Cotati Ave.
Rohnert Park, CA 94928-3609 USA
ssali@sonoma.edu
Phone 707-664-2742
Fax: 707 664-2749
SSU American Language Institue web site