Eastern Washington UniversityEnglish Language Institute [Cheney, WA]
HIGHLIGHTS
- Receive one-on-one attention through the Peer Advisor and Cultural Mentor support programs
- Qualified ELI students admitted to Eastern Washington University without a TOEFL score
- Enjoy easy access to nearby Spokane, the state's third-largest city, and the international city of Seattle
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- About the ESL Program
- Established in 1979, the English Language Institute (ELI) provides high caliber English language instruction to over 70 students from around the world each session. The ELI curriculum is designed to enable qualified international students to integrate into the mainstream of higher education, providing the necessary language and academic skills to comfortably function in American daily life and to succeed in an American university. In addition to enabling students to meet their academic and cultural objectives, the ELI also helps Eastern Washington University to create a culturally diverse and international academic environment. ELI students gain full access to Eastern Washington University’s campus facilities and activities including theater, dance and music performances, student associations and clubs, an Olympic-size indoor swimming pool, outstanding athletic facilities and over 150 computers with Internet access. The ELI is a proud member of UCIEP, a U.S. consortium of University and College Intensive English Programs known for its high professional standards and quality English language instruction.
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- Type : Public
- Airport Pickup : Yes
- Establishment : 1979
- Internet Access : Yes
- Membership/Accreditation : UCIEP, AAIEP/CEA
- Tuition : Low
- Enrollment : 70 - 80
- Activities : Occasional
- Average Class Size : 12
- Location : Rural
- Student Adviser : Yes
- Transportation : Bus
- A Message from School
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Welcome to Eastern Washington University (founded in 1862) and to English Language Programs (founded in 1979). We have a long and distinguished history of providing high quality education to our students and have one of the few nationally accredited English Language Institutes in the United States. Our professionally trained faculty and support staff are committed to providing English Language Program students, business professionals and other special groups an optimal learning environment which integrates the most current and effective pedagogy while utilizing up-to-date materials and technology. Students who come to our programs are able to study and learn in a safe and friendly environment; I hope that you will consider applying to our Institute through ApplyESL.com!
Dr. Edmund Yarwood
Executive Director
English Language Programs
- CONTACT INFORMATION
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Eastern Washington University
English Language Institute
350 Patterson Hall
Cheney , WA , 99004-2429 , U.S.A.
TEL: 509-359-2482
FAX: 509-359-7855
E-mail: mhenderson@mail.ewu.edu
Website: http://eli.ewu.edu/
- Student Countries of Origin
- In recent years, students have come to the ELI from Japan (40%), Taiwan (15%), Korea (15%), South America (15%), the Middle East (7%) and from South Asia and Europe.
- Faculty Qualifications
- The ELI instructors are highly-qualified, experienced professionals who are all Eastern Washington University faculty members. All instructors hold master's degrees and have extensive experience teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)to students both in the United States and abroad. The ELI faculty are regularly available outside of the classroom for advising, help and discussion.
- Housing
- While attending the ELI, students can experience living on-campus in University dormitories. Students living on-campus will be close to classes, campus activities, and other students - both American and international. Students are encouraged to apply for housing as early as possible due to the limited amount of space available. The ELI may provide students with information about private off-campus apartments, however, it is the students' responsibility to make their own arrangements. For more information, use the Contact Address to ask the school directly.
- Surrounding Area
- The Eastern Washington University campus is nestled in the comfortable, safe and friendly town of Cheney, home to 9,400 residents. Students can explore and enjoy Cheney's wide array of services, facilities and unique boutiques while in the comfort of a pleasant, secure environment. World-class skiing, beautiful fir tree covered mountain ranges and more than 76 lakes are within a short drive from the EWU campus. Washington state's third-largest city, Spokane, is only 24 kilometers from the EWU campus. Spokane offers both its visitors and 400,000 residents a full range of social, cultural, recreational and shopping opportunities and is identified as the region's heart of business, transportation and health services. On the weekends, adventurous students can visit Washington's neighboring states of Idaho and Montana to explore the vast mountain ranges and enjoy the outdoors.
- About the College/University
- Founded in 1882, Eastern Washington University (EWU) is a comprehensive state university situated on 300 acres that provides an outstanding student-centered learning environment. The University is home to more than 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students from more than 35 states and 24 countries and over 600 faculty members. The University offers its students bachelor's degrees in more than 40 areas of specialization and master's degrees in 42 areas. The most sought after majors among EWU students are education, business, biology and psychology. Outside of the classroom, students can enjoy EWU's exceptional fitness and recreation facilities including an Olympic-size indoor swimming pool, 12 outdoor and 5 indoor tennis courts, indoor basketball, volleyball and racquetball courts, dance studios and an outdoor fitness center and trails. Students are actively involved in more than 100 student clubs, organizations and intramural sports teams.
- Credit Courses
- Students in the advanced level (Level 5) may earn University credit by taking ELI classes such as Writing for Academic Purposes, Reading for Academic Purposes, University Seminar and Research Paper.
- Courses
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Intensive English Course APPLY- About This Course
- The Intensive English Course offers three 11-week sessions in the winter, spring and fall and one 8-week session during the summer. Students enrolled in the Program receive 18 to 20 hours of in-class and language laboratory instruction per week to develop the academic and language skills essential to succeed in an American university.
The Program offers 5 levels of English classes, from beginning to advanced. Students in all levels attend the ELI's core class to study the fundamentals of Listening/Conversation and Reading/Writing/Grammar. Students attend supplementary classes to enhance their English language skills and study areas such as Pronunciation, Advanced Grammar, Word Processing, and E-Mail and Internet. Advanced-level students may earn University credit by taking courses in the areas of Writing for Academic Purposes, Reading for Academic Purposes, Research Paper, and University Seminar. The ELI provides its students with the opportunity to take the Institutional TOEFL and TOEIC (Test of English for International Communication) for a minimal fee. Students who meet all academic qualifications may enroll directly into Eastern Washington University without a TOEFL score after successfully completing the ELI program.
Students are given the unique opportunity to be matched with an International Peer Advisor. These advisors are Eastern Washington University students who pick up students at the airport and work together with ELI students to offer English conversation practice, organize special on-campus and off-campus activities and help students grow accustomed to American life. The ELI also provides its students with the Cultural Mentor support program to offer one more way to ease students' culture shock and to grow accustomed to life at EWU and in the United States. The ELI selects Cultural Mentors who also attended the ELI and are now regular international students at the University.
Small, interactive classes are emphasized. Class sizes range from 8 to 15 students. Every effort is made to keep classes at an ideal size for effective English language instruction. - Course Data
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CLASS SIZE: 8 - 15 students CLASS LEVELS: 5 levels COURSE LENGTH: 8 & 11 weeks MINIMUM AGE: 17 years old REQUIREMENT: N/A VISA INFORMATION: I-20 issued upon request HOUSING: Dormitory or On-Campus Apartment - Dates
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2010
11 WEEKS: 9/22 - 12/11 201111 WEEKS: 1/4 - 3/19 3/29 - 6/11 - Fees
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APPLICATION FEE US $50TUITION FEE (2010) 8 WEEKS US$ 2,700 11 WEEKS US$ 3,000 HOUSING
PLACEMENT FEEN/AHOUSING FEE HOMESTAY DORMITORY/ON-CAMPUS APARTMENT OFF-CAMPUS RESIDENCE 8 WEEKS N/A US $1,952 N/A 11 WEEKS N/A US $2,324 N/A Airport Pickup Service US$ 25 - Remarks / Other Information
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Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
Application Fee is non-refundable.
Housing Fee includes meals.
- LOCATION
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Getting To Your SchoolCheney, Washington
United States
LocationEastern Washington University
English Language Institute
350 Patterson Hall Cheney , WA , 99004-2429 , U.S.A.From Spokane International Airport:
The ELI provides free airport pick-up service that brings students directly to campus. It takes approximately 15 minutes. Students can also take a taxi that will cost approximately US$25 and will arrive on campus in 15 minutes.
- Student Reviews
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There are 2 reviews for this school Academic Quality: 4.5 School Environment: 4.5 Helpfulness of Staff: 4.5 Activities and Social Life: 3.5 Accommodation: 3.5 4.1-
By Chris [ Taipei, Taiwan, Age 28, Male ]
2009/3/5 It's a good place for studying.
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By 學生 [ 台北, 台灣, Age 26, Female ]
2009/3/6 1 of 1 people found the following review helpful.我的學校 Eastern Washington University, English Language Institute 提供了一個良好的學習環境，非常適合和我一樣初次來美國學習英文的學生。首先， ELI 提供課程以幫助國際學生習慣於美式生活。在ELI上課除了能夠結交來自世界各地的朋友，課程上也會安排許多活動以增進同學之間的互動。也就是教育學生打開心胸，融入多國文化中。同時，對於希望再深造的國際學生，只要語言程度到達一定標準， 學校提供很多資訊及選擇讓學生可以順利的銜接更高級的主流教育。除此之外，學生及老師間積極的互動，在畢業後並不會減少，因為這裡的老師都非常的願意幫助學生且恩惜師生間的情感。這就是為什麼我會選擇在這裡完成我的ELI課程。
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