- Students can attend IAEP on a part-time basis if they are in the United States primarily for tourism or business. - UC Berkeley located just a train ride away from San Francisco and other tourist sites. - Berkeley is home to top scholars in every discipline, accomplished writers and musicians, star athletes, and stellar scientists — all drawn to this public university by its rich opportunities for groundbreaking research, innovative thinking and creativity.
National Mix
Nationalities of students include Asian, South American ,European and other countries. The percentage may vary each month.
UC Berkeley Extension About the
Founded in 1891, UC Berkeley Extension is the continuing education branch of the University of California, Berkeley. Today, Extension offers 1,500 courses each year, including online courses, along with more than 75 professional certificates and specialized programs of study. Free and low-cost public events are also frequently held as part of Extension's service to the local community.IAEP offers highly qualified, caring instructors with professional teaching credentials, advanced degrees (master’s and higher) and years of experience teaching English as a second language to students in a variety of settings. Located near one of the biggest metropolitan cities in the United States, UC Berkeley offers students numerous cultural diversities and area attractions for students to enjoy outside of class. Using the BART train, students are just a train ride away from all that San Francisco has to offer including de Young Museum, Golden Gate Bridge and many others.
University of California Berkeley ExtensionAbout the
National rankings consistently place UC Berkeley's undergraduate and graduate programs among the world's best. Berkeley is home to top scholars in every discipline, accomplished writers and musicians, star athletes, and stellar scientists — all drawn to this public university by its rich opportunities for groundbreaking research, innovative thinking and creativity, and service to society. The University of California was chartered in 1868 and its flagship campus — envisioned as a "City of Learning" — was established at Berkeley, on San Francisco Bay. Today the world's premier public university and a wellspring of innovation, UC Berkeley occupies a 1,232 acre campus with a sylvan 178-acre central core. From this home its academic community makes key contributions to the economic and social well-being of the Bay Area, California, and the nation.
Full-time, Monday–Friday, 12–18 units per semester
Courses:
You'll take one approved UC Berkeley course and various UC Berkeley Extension courses so that you can focus on your English as a Second Language (ESL) skills and TOEFL test preparation. You'll take a minimum of 12 units and maximum of 18 units total of credit-bearing, in-person courses (online courses are not eligible). Enrollment in all courses is subject to availability.
Two to three ESL courses in academic reading and writing, listening and speaking (required)
Courses related to major or subject of interest (optional)
UC Berkeley Courses—To view available courses, select the academic term and then the subject you are interested in. Upon acceptance into the program, we'll work with you to choose an appropriate UC Berkeley course that meets your English proficiency level so that you can succeed.
If you successfully complete the BGA-Start program, you will have the opportunity to join the BGA Discover program or a program track focused on a specific academic subject. You must maintain a 3.0 GPA and receive recommendations from your instructors and the Program Director before being accepted into a BGA program.
UC Berkeley undergraduate and graduate-level courses must be approved in advance. You must meet listed prerequisite requirements to be eligible for any course.
Cost:
Program Fee Range$10,400—$11,850
Estimated living expenses$10,500 per semester
Estimated cost per semester$20,900—$22,350
Cost includes:
Courses and fees
Visa and housing support
New student orientation
International student fee
Mandatory health insurance
Student advising
Graduate school admissions workshop
Undergraduate research and student learning center resources
Full-time, Monday–Friday, 12–18 units per semester
Courses:
You'll take one approved UC Berkeley course and various UC Berkeley Extension courses so that you can focus on your English as a Second Language (ESL) skills and TOEFL test preparation. You'll take a minimum of 12 units and maximum of 18 units total of credit-bearing, in-person courses (online courses are not eligible). Enrollment in all courses is subject to availability.
Two to three ESL courses in academic reading and writing, listening and speaking (required)
Courses related to major or subject of interest (optional)
UC Berkeley Courses—To view available courses, select the academic term and then the subject you are interested in. Upon acceptance into the program, we'll work with you to choose an appropriate UC Berkeley course that meets your English proficiency level so that you can succeed.
If you successfully complete the BGA-Start program, you will have the opportunity to join the BGA Discover program or a program track focused on a specific academic subject. You must maintain a 3.0 GPA and receive recommendations from your instructors and the Program Director before being accepted into a BGA program.
UC Berkeley undergraduate and graduate-level courses must be approved in advance. You must meet listed prerequisite requirements to be eligible for any course.
Cost:
Program Fee Range$10,400—$11,850
Estimated living expenses$10,500 per semester
Estimated cost per semester$20,900—$22,350
Cost includes:
Courses and fees
Visa and housing support
New student orientation
International student fee
Mandatory health insurance
Student advising
Graduate school admissions workshop
Undergraduate research and student learning center resources
Focus of Study : UC Berkeley Extension's College Foundations Program (CFP) offers qualified international high school students exposure to university-level coursework. This study-abroad opportunity challenges students with academic demands similar to those on U.S. college campuses.
Benefit, Goal of this course : Students can attend for one or two terms or a full academic year. No matter how long they stay, all students receive personal college admissions advising.
Curriculum : FALL OR SPRING TERM -Academic Writing for ESL -Academic Success at the American University -American Culture -Precalculus -Calculus -Study Skills -Examination Preparation -College admissions workshop
SUMMER TERM -Advanced Writing and Technical Report Writing -UC Berkeley Summer Sessions elective course -College application workshop for those applying to U.S. universities in the fall
Focus of Study : UC Berkeley Extension's College Foundations Program (CFP) offers qualified international high school students exposure to university-level coursework. This study-abroad opportunity challenges students with academic demands similar to those on U.S. college campuses.
Benefit, Goal of this course : Students can attend for one or two terms or a full academic year. No matter how long they stay, all students receive personal college admissions advising.
Curriculum : FALL OR SPRING TERM -Academic Writing for ESL -Academic Success at the American University -American Culture -Precalculus -Calculus -Study Skills -Examination Preparation -College admissions workshop
SUMMER TERM -Advanced Writing and Technical Report Writing -UC Berkeley Summer Sessions elective course -College application workshop for those applying to U.S. universities in the fall
Focus of Study : Master the skills you need for a successful business career with an International Diploma Program (IDP) from UC Berkeley Extension. Earn a certificate in two or four months, or combine your training with an internship opportunity and further study.
Additional IDP Study Options -8-Month Program: IDP + Internship -12-Month Program: Management and Business Track -2-Month IDP: Management and Leadership
Focus of Study : Master the skills you need for a successful business career with an International Diploma Program (IDP) from UC Berkeley Extension. Earn a certificate in two or four months, or combine your training with an internship opportunity and further study.
Additional IDP Study Options -8-Month Program: IDP + Internship -12-Month Program: Management and Business Track -2-Month IDP: Management and Leadership
Business Administration -at least two years of work experience -an undergraduate degree
Finance -you should have completed study of accounting, statistics or economics. -at least two years of substantial, relevant work experience
Global Business Management -prior study of business administration or finance - at least two years of substantial, relevant work experience -the Business Administration IDP If you do not have this background
Marketing -at least two years of substantial work experience
Project Management -At least two years of substantial work experience
2-Month IDP: Management and Leadership -evidence of a baccalaureate degree -at least two years of substantial, relevant work experience -proof of English language proficiency
Course Schedule
(2024Year schedule), has been finished. (2025Year schedule), has been updating
Fees
School's Admin fee
(USD)$ 150
Tuition
12 Week
16 Week
32 Week
52 Week
Week
(USD)$ 11,650 / Week
(USD)$ 13,600 / Week
(USD)$ 16,600 / Week
(USD)$ 29,300 / Week
Week
Week
Week
Week
Week
Housing Placement
Accommodation Fee
Terms
Homestay
On-Campus Dorm/residence
Off-Campus residence
4 weeks
(USD)$ 750
(USD)$ 1560
(USD)$ 750
Airport Pickup
Other Charges
Remarks / Other Information
* Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
Location
Accommodation
Housing selection depends on students' interests, preferences and budget. With options available in both Berkeley and San Francisco, students can choose from the bustling atmosphere of a dormitory, the independence of a private or shared apartment, or the personal attention of a homestay.
Surrounding Area
Berkeley is a city on the east shore of the San Francisco Bay in Northern California—in northern Alameda County. It is bordered on the south by the cities of Oakland and Emeryville, and on the north by the city of Albany and the unincorporated community of Kensington. The eastern city limit coincides with the Contra Costa County (border), which generally follows the ridge line of the Berkeley Hills.The city is named after Bishop George Berkeley. Berkeley is the site of the University of California, Berkeley, the oldest of the University of California system, and the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. It is also home to the Graduate Theological Union. The city is noted as one of the most politically liberal in the nation. Many of the world’s greatest scholars have studied in Berkeley, and you can take advantage of many libraries, cafés and bookstores. UC Berkeley Extension is in an ideal location in the San Francisco Bay Area with a temperate climate, excellent public transportation and easy access to San Francisco, San Jose and Marin County. Berkeley is also located near Muir Woods and Napa Wine Country. The city of Berkeley has a small population but a big reputation and is host to many art and cultural activities including numerous festivals.
Facilities
Basketball courts, cafeteria, computer center, fitness center,language technology center, library, music practice room, Recreational park, snack bar, soccer field, swimming pool, tennis court, wheelchair accessible
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