美国语言和文化计划（ALCP）的任务是为非英语母语者提供成功地在美国大学环境中学习所需的语言，学术，社会和文化技能。ALCP促进爱达荷大学的国际化，并鼓励在校园和社区中尊重语言和文化多样性。完成ALCP高级课程后，即可满足托福的全部本科入学要求以及大多数研究生课程的托福要求。
The mission of the American Language and Culture Program (ALCP) is to provide non-native speakers of English with the linguistic, academic, social and cultural skills necessary to successfully navigate university environments in the United States. ALCP promotes internationalization at the University of Idaho and encourages respect for linguistic and cultural diversity on the campus and in the community. Completion of the ALCP advanced level fulfills TOEFL requirements for full undergraduate admission as well as for most graduate programs.