Application Process & Requirements
New Student Applications
Before applying to the American Language and Culture Program (ALCP), a student must be at least 17 years old and present evidence of financial support for all expenses while studying in ALCP (complete the Certificate of Financial Responsibility and submit bank documents as outlined below).
- Fill out the ALCP online application. This is due three months before the term you wish to start.
- Complete, sign and submit Certificate of Financial Responsibility (CFR). The Financial sponsor must sign the CFR.
- Submit bank statement or financial guarantee. Funds must cover all tuition and living expenses expressed in CFR.
- Copy and submit the photo and information pages from your passport.
- After receiving all documents, Admissions will issue the I-20.
Enrolled and Matriculated Students
- Apply to ALCP. There is no application fee.
- Take the placement exam offered prior to the beginning of the semester. All students pay a one-time orientation fee of $100 which includes the cost of the placement exam.
- Based on the results of the placement exam, enroll in the recommended course or courses. Matriculated students will be charged $35 per credit to enroll in ALCP Courses. The School of Global Studies Administrative Coordinator will remove any additional charges associated with ALCP enrollment (Registration/Program Fees, International Student Fees, tuition, etc.) from the student’s Student Account.
- ALCP Faculty checks for advisor holds. It may be necessary to coordinate with advising in order to allow registration for the ALCP class. Learn how to register.
For questions or to request a placement test, email alcp@uidaho.edu.