Since 1993, Salem State University has helped international and local English language learners reach their goals. Whether you are preparing for university admission, career advancement, or just wanting to improve your English language skills, our American Language and Culture Institute (ALCI) has a program that is just right for you. Ìý
6 Flexible Start Dates
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Flexible Start Dates
7
Intensive Levels
12:1
Student to Instructor Ratio
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Why study English at Salem State?  Ìý
Why study English at Salem State?  Ìý
Gain knowledge about life as a U.S. university studentÌý
Access a pathway to over 30 undergraduate majors andÌýmore than 20Ìýgraduate programsÌý
Receive personalized instruction that fits your needs in small, diverse classes taught by highly qualified English as a Second Language (ESL) specialistsÌýÌý
Accelerate your progress with our curriculum aligned to the College and Career Readiness Standards (CCRS), Global Scale of English (GSE), Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR), and American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL)Ìý
No TOEFL or IELTS requirement for Salem State University admission for students who pass our core level curriculum and program assessmentsÌý
Salem State American Language and Culture Institute Dates, Application, Placement, Registration
The American Language and Culture Institute has six academic sessions each year. Learn more about orientation, registration, start dates and the cost for the program you are interested in.ÌýÌý
Our online application is free and simple to complete. We continuously process applications as we receive them, but highly recommend applying no later than 7-8 weeks before a program start date if you are outside the United States.ÌýÌýÌý
After you apply to your program and get accepted, you will receive information about your next steps to complete our placement and registration process. New students attending our Intensive English Language Program (IELP) or summer American Culture and English Immersion Program (ACEI) will be invited to a two-day orientation. StudentsÌýattending our evening Community Life and Work ESL Program (CESL) or TOEFLÌýiBTÌýPreparation course will receive instructions to schedule an appointment online or in person.Ìý