Undergraduate academic requirements
- Completion of High School/Secondary
Degree type
Associate
Key facts
- Duration2 years
- Delivery methodOn campus
- PaceFull-time
- Annual tuition fee8,322USD
- Start dateJan
- QS RankingNot QS Ranked
Program overview
What Berkeley City College says about their program:
Berkeley City College’s ASL Program enables students to acquire the communicative competence in ASL and the cultural sensitivity needed to interact successfully with members of the American Deaf community. American Sign Language (ASL) is the fourth most used language in the United States. It is the major language that the American Deaf population uses. Students who will benefit from this program include the following: those who wish to expand their language skills and cultural knowledge to enhance other majors (e.g., interpreting, education, social work, and psychology); those who need to fulfill a university foreign language requirement; parents of deaf children; and deafened adults. Students will develop skills which will also make them more marketable to potential employers who encounter the Deaf.
Admission requirements
English proficiency
- TOEFL iBT
61
- IELTS 6
English proficiency scores are not required for admissions, however having a TOEFL score will help assess whether or not ESOL classes may be required prior to our placement test. Other accepted tests are Duolingo and iTEP scores. Scores must be within the last three years.
Documents required
- Application form
- Bank statement
- Diploma(s) and transcript(s)
- Medical examination form
- Passport bio page
- Personal essay detailing why you have chosen to attend the Peralta Colleges, your educational and career goals
- Affidavit of support (Form I-134)
- English proficiency score (optional)
- Guided self-placement (GSP)
Scholarships at Berkeley City College
A Peralta Colleges Foundation award of $500 open specifically to students holding F-1 international student status at the Peralta Community College District colleges, which includes Berkeley City College. Eligible applicants need a cumulative GPA of 3.50 or higher, at least 12 completed units at a Peralta college, at least one remaining semester of enrollment, a completed student education plan showing intent to earn an associate degree, complete a certificate program, or transfer to a four-year university, and a letter of recommendation from Peralta faculty. Because eligibility is explicitly restricted to F-1 international students rather than US citizens or permanent residents, it directly serves international undergraduates studying at Berkeley City College.
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Fees
- Undergraduate tuition
USD$10,740 per year
What is the cost of living near Berkeley City College?
| Category | Cost (in United States Dollar) |
|---|---|
| Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre | $2,135 |
| Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre | $1,986 |
| Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse) | $111 |
| Internet (60 Mbps unlimited) | $76 |
| Mobile phone plan (data + calls) | $61 |
| Monthly public transport pass | $87 |
| Monthly grocery basket | $261 |
| Coffee shop drink | $6 |
| Cinema or cultural event ticket | $14 |
| Gym membership | $56 |
Indicative monthly costs per person.
Data sourced from livingcost.org (Crowdsourced) and numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).
Visa requirements for Berkeley City College
Many international students will require a visa to study in the US, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.