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American Collegiate, Los Angeles is a top-tier, one- or two-year transfer program that combines small, rigorous academic courses through UCLA Extension with personalized support for international students.

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International Undergraduate Transfer Programs

In collaboration with UCLA Extension, American Collegiate, LA and Shorelight have created a suite of undergraduate transfer programs that are both challenging and engaging, with the goal of providing a world-class support system and a personalized experience for international students who hope to transfer to a top university.

Important Dates

Fall 2026

Application Deadline

August 18, 2026

Arrival & Mandatory Check-in Date

September 14, 2026

Classes Begin

September 21, 2026

Shorelight Services

Our premium services are designed to support international students at every stage of their journey.

Research

Find your best-fit program with expert guidance and helpful tools.

Admissions

A streamlined admissions process and advisors to help along the way.

Enrollment

Get help with your F-1 student visa & arrival requirements.

On Campus

Be prepared with placement testing, move-in help, orientation, and more.

Academics

Customized curriculum, ESL courses, and advising tailored to your needs.

Career

Develop your professional skills, get an internship, and launch your career.

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Stories

This image features framed photos of Amina and Khadicha, two female international students from Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan, respectively, side by side.

First Los Angeles, Then the World: Meet Amina and Khadicha at American Collegiate, LA

Not only has American Collegiate, Los Angeles made the transition to the US easy, the first-year program has also prepared Amina from Kazakhstan and Khadicha from Kyrgyzstan to transfer to top-tier universities.

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From the Digital Classroom to In Person on Campus: Santiago Transfers to UC Berkeley

Santiago, an international student from Mexico who studied online with American Collegiate Live, shares his journey transferring to UC Berkeley.

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Two framed images of American Collegiate international students, Raghav from India and Semyon from Russia, sit on a beige background.

Transfer Success: How American Collegiate Transformed Semyon and Raghav’s Futures

Semyon and Raghav, two international students who successfully completed the American Collegiate program, share how they were able to transfer to top-ranked universities.

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