Sonoma State American Language Institute (SSALI) Application Form

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DO NOT EMAIL THIS FORM - IT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED OR PROCESSED.

HOW TO APPLY TO SSALI -PLEASE SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING:

  • Signed Application form
  • $100 application fee - non-refundable
  • Bank statement (original only) - necessary to obtain an I-20 for an F-1 Student visa. Minimum balance $10,000
  • Proof of high school or college graduation or official transcripts in English
  • Copy of page one of your passport

CALENDAR 2013 TUITION

SPRING 2013 January 10 - May 3 [15 weeks] $4120

mid semester admission date February 28 [8 weeks] $2200

[Spring Break March 17-22 - no classes] 

SUMMER ONE 2013 May 30-  July 3 [5 weeks] $1375

SUMMER TWO 2013 July 11 - August 15 [5 weeks] $1375 

FALL SEMESTER 2013 September 5 - December 19 [15 weeks] $4120

mid semester admission date October 25 [8 weeks] $2200
[Thanksgiving Break: November 25-27 - 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 depending
on your needs.
Required Fees:

Application Fee $100
Health Center Fee $165
ID Card Fee $5
Medical Insurance $85/month (paid by semester) 

Optional Fees:

Homestay Placement Fee $100
Airport Pick-up Service $125 (payable to the driver)
Late Registration Fee $50
Late Testing Fee $75

Late Advising Fee $50 
Express Mail for late applications $20-30

Other Expenses (variable):

Books and materials $250/semester
Personal expenses $1000/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: $165 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 $85 per month. [One-time payment per term.]  

All SSALI students are also required to take a TB skin test upon arrival.

HOUSING OPTIONS

AMERICAN HOMESTAY ($100 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 $650 per month: 16 meals/week are included.*  
  • Room Only $500 per month: Student shops 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. *Prices subject to change. 

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.

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 $36.

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

DO NOT EMAIL THIS FORM - IT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED OR PROCESSED.

Please fill out this form then print and include with other application materials as specified below:
With this signed application you must include:

Proof of high school or college graduation or official transcripts in English
Financial guarantee (original only) of adequate financial resources [for F-1 visa]
Check or money order payable to S.S.U. or credit card information for U.S. $75.00
(non-refundable application fee)
Copy of page one of your passport

PERSONAL INFORMATION

 
Name
Gender Female Male
Date of Birth
Country of Birth
Country of birth Country of citizenship
Will spouse or children come with you?
Home country address (number & street city )
province/state country postal code
Home country telephone
Fax
E-mail address
Current address and telephone (if different from above)

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Mark the session that you want to begin:
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            If 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.:

CONDITIONAL ADMISSION 

 
Have you taken the TOEFL? No Yes       
Score         Date
 
Do you need CONDITIONAL ADMISSION to Sonoma State University?
(undergraduate and some graduate [no MBA] only)
No Yes     Major:
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 $50.
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

On-campus dormitory

Other

Are there any special considerations we should be aware of when assigning your homestay?

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: $34) 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 $9000 (1 semester)
or for those requesting Conditional Admission $29,000 (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

MAIL YOUR APPLICATION MATERIALS TO:

Sonoma State American Language Institute
Attn: Barbara McCall
1801 East Cotati Ave.
Rohnert Park, CA 94928-3609 USA
If you want to pay your $75 application fee by credit card, please complete the following information:

Mastercard Visa

Card number Expiration date