Santa Rosa, the centre of California's famous Sonoma wine country, is known for its vineyards, nature and calm lifestyle. About 1.5 hours from San Francisco, it offers students a peaceful alternative with college programs and a pleasant setting.
Ask NGGlobal's advisers about the current language school options in Santa Rosa. English programs for international students at colleges such as Santa Rosa Junior College are among the options.
Short programs last 1-4 weeks, while long-term programs run from 12 weeks to a year. Most schools use a system of 8-12 levels, and on an intensive course you should allow about 4-8 weeks per level.
Language school fees in Santa Rosa depend on course intensity, the type of school and the length of your booking. The weekly price falls for longer bookings, and extra discounts apply for early bookings and promotions. Applying through NGGlobal lets you compare the schools' current offers in one place.
Language schools do not require a diploma or any prior knowledge of the language. After you complete the enrolment form and pay the deposit, the school sends you a confirmation. For long programs, the school reviews your proof of funds, such as bank statements, and prepares the I-20 needed for an F-1 visa.
June to August is the busiest time for both courses and accommodation, so booking early pays off. In autumn and winter, classes are quieter and accommodation is easier to find.
Courses of more than 18 hours a week require an F-1 student visa. Once the school sends you the I-20, you pay the SEVIS fee and book a visa appointment at the US Embassy or a consulate. Short courses of fewer than 18 hours a week can be taken on a tourist (B-2) visa.
Language students in America have very limited work rights: the F-1 visa does not allow off-campus work, and a tourist visa does not allow work at all. Once you move on to university, on-campus jobs and internship options open up.
Homestays and shared accommodation are easier to find in Santa Rosa than in San Francisco.
Living costs in Santa Rosa are more reasonable than in the Bay Area.
Buses and the SMART train serve Santa Rosa and the surrounding area.
Santa Rosa has hot, dry summers and mild, rainy winters.
Direct flights from Istanbul to San Francisco Airport (SFO) take about 13 hours; an airport shuttle bus reaches Santa Rosa in about 2 hours.
Santa Rosa is in the Pacific time zone, 11 hours behind Turkey in winter and 10 hours behind during US daylight saving time (mid-March to early November).
NGGlobal advisers give students planning a language course in Santa Rosa free support with comparing schools, price quotes, accommodation, the I-20 and visa documents.
About 1.5 hours by road.
It is close to the California average but cheaper than San Francisco.
No. Schools run beginner courses, and a placement test on your first day puts you in the right class.
No. F-1 students at language schools cannot work off campus, and working on a tourist visa is prohibited.
Because of visa appointment times, we recommend applying at least 4-6 months ahead for long programs, and 1-2 months ahead for short courses on a tourist visa, depending on your visa status.
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