Students must be able to read, write and speak English at a level necessary to actively pursue a full-time academic program.

ALCI (American Language and Culture Institute)
www.rce.csuchico.edu/alci

ALCI is the local intensive English language program that is affiliated with California State University, Chico and partnered closely with Butte College. Completing this language program allows you to be admitted to Butte College without having to take a standardized test like TOEFL or IELTS. When you select this Conditional Admission option, you will be issued an I-20 from Butte College along with an official acceptance from ALCI.You will have one I-20 and admission package for both programs to make your transition from ALCI to Butte an easy process.

To learn more about the Conditional Admission process, please read our application carefully to see if this option is for you.