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Child and Adolescent Development (for Transfer)

Learn more about studying Child and Adolescent Development (for Transfer) as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Associate
  • Duration
    2 years
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    8,322USD
  • Start date
    Jan
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Program overview

What Berkeley City College says about their program:

If you are passionate about working with children birth to five years old, you should consider a career in early childhood education, transitional kindergarten, or attaining a School Readiness Certificate or an AA-T in Child and Adolescent Development at BCC;

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • Completion of High School/Secondary

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)
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Scholarships at Berkeley City College

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Check back soon, or visit the university's website for the latest information on available scholarships, eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.

Fees

  • Undergraduate tuition

    USD$10,740 per year

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What is the cost of living near Berkeley City College?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect USA-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in United States Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$1,652
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$1,349
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$214
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$73
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$61
Monthly public transport pass$65
Monthly grocery basket$350
Coffee shop drink$5
Cinema or cultural event ticket$15
Gym membership$45

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from 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.

USA student visa requirements