The Sonoma State American Language Institute (SSALI) was established in 1979 to provide intensive instruction to students, professionals, and others who need to learn English quickly to meet academic, job-related and social demands. The SSALI's professionally designed curriculum is enriched with out-of-the-classroom assignments, field trips, and rigorous instruction in grammar, composition, oral communication, reading and vocabulary, and study skills. SSALI students receive a student identification card and gain full access to the University's library, computer laboratories with Internet access, and athletic facilities complete with a fully equipped recreation center, swimming pool, and tennis courts. SSALI students enjoy social and cultural activities organized through the Center for International Education, including weekly international student club events, campus events, local sightseeing, and trips to nearby San Francisco, the Pacific Ocean, the redwood forests, and the Sonoma and Napa Valleys. SSALI is a proud member of EnglishUSA (The American Association of Intensive English Programs) which promotes professional standards and quality instruction in intensive English programs.

Sonoma State University is a public university in Rohnert Park in Sonoma County, California. It is one of the smallest members of the California State University (CSU) system. Sonoma State offers 92 Bachelor's degrees, 19 Master's degrees, and 11 teaching credentials. Sonoma State offers 46 majors and 49 minors at the undergraduate level as of 2017. The school features a joint master's degree program in mathematics with San Francisco State University and one of the only wine-business programs in the country. Popular majors for undergraduates in 2018 included Business Administration (Management and Operations) at 18.43%, Psychology (General) at 9.02%, and Sociology at 7.05%. While popular majors for graduates were Business Administration (Management and Operations) at 24.70%, Education (General) at 16.33% and Student Counseling and Personnel Services at 11.95%. 

Beaujolais Village

This village option consists of 1,150 square feet with four-bedroom apartments where you and three housemates will have access to a full kitchen and furnished living room. 

Cabernet Village

The fully furnished apartment includes two bedrooms or one triple and one double occupancy bedroom each with their own bathroom. Each apartment has its own living room and kitchen. Cabernet Village housing is available for first years.

Sauvignon Village

All apartments have four bedrooms. Floor plans can be either two single bedrooms and two double occupancy bedrooms with six people or two single bedrooms, one double bedroom, and one triple* occupancy bedroom with seven people. No matter which occupancy bedroom you are assigned to, each bedroom has its own private bathroom. 

Tuscany Village

These spacious townhomes are a place for the whole squad. Six students will have access to 1,500 square feet of living space on two floors where each bedroom has its own bathroom. In addition to a furnished living room, the kitchen is equipped with Corian counters, stainless steel appliances, and a breakfast bar with stools. Plus, the floors have radiant heating. 

Verdot Village

Two-bedroom suites consist of one double occupancy bedroom and one triple occupancy bedroom, separate bathroom area, and a shared living room. 

Four-bedroom suites consist of three double occupancy bedrooms and one triple* occupancy bedroom, two bathrooms, and a shared living room.

Zinfandel Village

Zinfandel Village consists of suite-style accommodations with both single and double occupancy bedrooms. Zinfandel Village has a swimming pool and spa located in the middle of the village. Two bedroom suites have two double occupancy bedrooms, separate bathroom area, and a shared living room. Five bedroom suites have four double occupancy bedrooms and one single occupancy bedroom, two bathrooms, and a shared living room.

Located in Northern California's Sonoma County, one hour north of San Francisco and 45 minutes from the Pacific Ocean, Sonoma State University feels like home to all. Whether you have lived in a big city, small town or are from out-of-state, Rohnert Park is a town that is here to welcome you. With a population just over 40,000, Rohnert Park is a quaint place with big opportunities. 

Local Restaurants and Dining

Bear Republic Brew Pub (Rohnert Park)

Cotati Coffee Company (Cotati)

Hana Japanese Restaurant (Rohnert Park) 

Hopmonk Tavern (Sebastopol)

Jaded Toad (Rohnert Park)

Lagunitas Brewing Company (Petaluma)

Mi Ranchito (Cotati)

Olivers Market (Cotati) 

Redwood Cafe (Cotati)

Russian River Brewing (Santa Rosa & Windsor)

Sol Food (Petaluma) 

The Barlow (Sebastopol) 

Entertainment

Cal Skate Roller Blading (Rohnert Park)

Double Decker Lanes (Rohnert Park)

Epicenter (Santa Rosa)

Graton Resort & Casino (Rohnert Park)

Reading Cinema (Rohnert Park)

Scandia Family Funland (Rohnert Park)

Shopping

Carnival Nights 

Drive-In Movies 

DIY Craft Nights 

Concerts and Performances 

Food Truck Pop Ups