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Diablo Valley College
International Education Center
Academic Bridge Program 2009

The Academic Bridge Program is designed to allow students to successfully transition from study outside of the USA to a full-time academic program. Our experienced faculty and staff give Academic Bridge Program students the confidence and skills they need in order to succeed. Students take two pre-selected courses which are transferable to the CSU and UC systems.


REQUIREMENTS:  A minimum TOEFL score of 490 (paper), 57 (iBT - Internet-based test) or a 5.0 bandwidth score on the IELTS, and 18 years of age or high school graduate.


2009 PROGRAM DATES: 

October Bridge Program  
October 21-23 Arrival & Orientation
October 26 Academic Classes
December 10       Activities & Graduation


*Admission Deadline for October Bridge:  August 31, 2009

 

CLASSES:

English 162   Language, Literature and Culture
(3 transferable units)
Oceanography 101  Fundamentals of Oceanography
(3 transferable units)
        

PACKAGE PRICE:   $3800
Includes Tuition, Home stay for 8 weeks (single room, 2 meals during the week, 3 meals during the weekend), processing, express mail and placement fees, end of program activities, and some selected activities.

NOT INCLUDED:
• Medical insurance, airport pickup, books and materials.
• $50 DVC Application Fee (please include separate payment for DVC).

DEPOSIT:   $400 non-refundable fee submitted with application.


For application forms and information, please contact:
Ms. Effie Ip at eip@dvc.edu, Tel: (925) 676-4600 ext. 101 or
Fax: (925) 676-4200        Website: www.dvc.edu/isas

** Seats are limited so please register early. Schedules and location may vary if additional sections are opened to accommodate students.

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