<p>The Colleges of the San Mateo County Community College District, Cañada College, College of San Mateo, and Skyline College, recognise each individual’s right to education and provide the occasions and settings which enable students to develop their minds and their skills, engage their spirits, broaden their understanding of social responsibilities, increase their cultural awareness and realise their individual potential. The District actively participates in the economic, social, and cultural development of San Mateo County. In a richly diverse environment and with increasing awareness of its role in the global community, the District is dedicated to maintaining a climate of academic freedom in which a wide variety of viewpoints is cultivated and shared. The District actively participates in the continuing development of the California Community Colleges as an integral and effective component of the structure of public higher education the State.</p><p><br></p><p>The Silicon Valley Intensive English Program (SVIEP) is an exciting program of study for students seeking high-quality English language preparation for college. Students who successfully complete SVIEP Level 4 are guaranteed admission into the San Mateo Colleges of Silicon Valley (<a href="http://www.applyboard.com/schools/san-mateo-colleges-canada-college" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 100, 225);">Cañada College</a>,&nbsp;<a href="http://www.applyboard.com/schools/san-mateo-colleges-college-of-san-mateo" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 100, 225);">College of San Mateo</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="http://www.applyboard.com/schools/san-mateo-colleges-skyline-college" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 100, 225);">Skyline College</a>).</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Why&nbsp;Silicon Valley Intensive English Program at San Mateo Colleges&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p><p>Here are a few reasons why the Silicon Valley Intensive English Program has been so successful in helping students achieve their goals through SVIEP.&nbsp;</p><ul><li>TOEFL / IELTS scores are NOT required for admission</li><li>Guaranteed college admission after completing Level 4</li><li>5 admission dates per year with option for 8 weeks, 16 weeks, 24 weeks, or 32 weeks</li><li>22 hours of instruction per week in Listening, Speaking, Reading, Writing, Grammar, and American Culture</li><li>Small classes with personal attention from experienced instructors with Master’s in TESOL, Applied Linguistics, and related fields</li><li>Homestay options for a rich cultural experience</li><li>Preparation for transition to college, access to health center, library and student support services, student clubs, cross-cultural activities, visits to local universities</li><li>After SVIEP, complete transfer requirements at one of 3 colleges to take advantage of outstanding transfer opportunities to UCs, CSUs, and more</li></ul><p><br></p>