Kansas State UniversityEnglish Language Program [Manhattan, KS]
HIGHLIGHTS
- Qualified students may be admitted to K-State for undergraduate study without a TOEFL score. Many Graduate programs offer conditional admission
- K-State is voted one of the top ten "technologically wired schools in the nation"
- Friendly, safe, clean community with access to nearby cities: Topeka, Wichita, and Kansas City
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About the ESL Program
The English Language Program (ELP) was established in 1986 to provide language preparation for students wanting to enter and succeed at Kansas State University or at other equally prestigious American colleges or universities. The ELP also provides cultural and academic orientation, as well as bridge courses to ensure students' successful transition into their degree programs. Students also choose to study at the ELP to enhance their English skills for professional purposes or for their own personal enrichment. The ELP serves as an advocate for international students at KSU, recognizing their many contributions to the campus' educational and cultural environment. ELP students gain full access to all KSU facilities and can enjoy using the campus library with Internet access, the student recreation center with an indoor Olympic-sized indoor pool, the International Student Center, and the student health care facility. The ELP 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.
DATA
- Type : Public
- Airport Pickup : No
- Establishment : 1986
- Internet Access : Yes
- Membership/Accreditation : UCIEP, AAIEP / CEA
- Tuition : Low
- Enrollment : 80-120
- Activities : Weekly
- Average Class Size : 15
- Location : Suburban
- Student Adviser : Yes
- Transportation : Bus, Taxi
A Message from School
Welcome to Kansas!Kansas State University (KSU) has a wonderful, big American university atmosphere in a small town that has no traffic jams and no pollution. Our English Language Program provides thorough language instruction that prepares our students for university classes and beyond. The ELP has small classes in several levels. Full-time levels range from high beginning to advanced. An ELP student may qualify for part-time English classes while taking university classes in his/her major. Kansas State University is located in Manhattan, Kansas, which has a four-season climate, with beautiful, mild springs, hot summers, cool and colorful autumns, and cold winters with some snow, but not too much. You will experience genuine friendliness from Manhattan residents and enjoy the natural beauty of the rolling landscape and golden prairies here in heartland of the United States. Learn more about K-State and our English Language Program at ApplyESL.com. We look forward to meeting you!
Mary Wood
Director, English Language Program
Director, English Language Program
CONTACT INFORMATION
Kansas State University
English Language Program
205 Fairchild Hall
Manhattan , KS , 66506-1106 , U.S.A.
TEL: 785-532-7324
FAX: 785-532-6550
E-mail: elp@k-state.edu
Website: http://www.ksu.edu/elp
English Language Program
205 Fairchild Hall
Manhattan , KS , 66506-1106 , U.S.A.
TEL: 785-532-7324
FAX: 785-532-6550
E-mail: elp@k-state.edu
Website: http://www.ksu.edu/elp
Student Countries of Origin
Students from more than 80 different countries around the world have come to the ELP to study English because of its well-established international reputation. Recently, students have come to the ELP from Asia (54%), followed by Latin America (11%), the Middle East (10%), Europe (9%), and other countries (9%).
Faculty Qualifications
ELP instructors are talented, experienced professionals that hold at least a Master's degree in English, Teaching English as a Second Language or a in related field. ELP instructors have extensive experience teaching university-level intensive English programs both in the United States, as well as abroad. As a result of their experience, ELP instructors are sensitive to the needs of their students and offer assistance in helping them adapt to the American culture.
Housing
While attending the ELP, students have the opportunity to live on-campus in university dormitories. Students living on-campus will be close to classes, campus activities, and other students - both American and international. The ELP office provides students with assistance to make their on-campus housing arrangements through the KSU Housing Office. Students are encouraged to arrange housing as early as possible due to the limited amount of space available. The ELP may introduce 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 668-acre K-State campus is located in Manhattan, Kansas, a friendly, safe, clean university community that is home to 45,000 people. Nestled in the scenic Flint Hills of northeastern Kansas, Manhattan, nicknamed "The Little Apple," is known for the friendliness of its people and its stunning natural environment. Manhattan and its surrounding area has much to offer in the way of outdoor recreation and entertainment, including Tuttle Creek Lake with 15,000 acres of boating, water-skiing, fishing and public hunting land; the Konza Prairie tallgrass preserve; Marianna Beach Art Museum; the historic Aggieville shopping district; and a vibrant Arts in the Park series. Visitors and residents alike enjoy visiting the American Zoo and Aquarium, while golf enthusiasts can choose to play the 18-hole public golf course, the public 9-hole executive course, or Manhattan's private golf course. While studying in Kansas, students experience four distinct seasons and the typical continental climate with large changes in temperature between winter and summer. Manhattan is located an hour from the State Capitol, Topeka, and two hours west from the excitement of historic Kansas City.
About the College/University
Founded in 1863 as the first land-grant institution in the United States, Kansas State University (K-State) is a nationally-recognized comprehensive university. Home to more than 21,000 graduate and undergraduate students, 1,000 students being from over 100 nations, K-State has 9 colleges offering more than 200 undergraduate majors, 64 Master's programs, and 43 Doctoral programs. K-State is ranked first in the nation among state universities for awarding prestigious scholarships, including Rhodes, Marshall, Truman, and Goldwater. K-State's campus and students rank high in everything from best student government to best research project. Recently, K-State was identified by high school guidance counselors as one of the top ten "hot and trendy schools in the nation" while Newsweek magazine voted the University as the "Best value for your tuition dollar." K-State students and members of the Manhattan community are enormous fans of the University sports team, the Wildcats, especially the men's basketball and football teams.
Conditional Admission / Credit Courses
Conditional Admission to the university is available for qualified students (Undergraduate programs and some graduate programs). Students earn university credit from all ELP courses. ELP graduates may apply up to 15 credit hours towards their Bachelor's degree.
Courses
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Intensive English Language Program APPLYAbout This CourseThe Intensive English Language Program offers two 15-week sessions in the fall and spring, one 8-week session in the summer. Students enrolled in the Program receive 18 hours of classroom and language laboratory instruction each week.
The Program offers 5 levels of instruction, from beginning to advanced. At the beginning of orientation, students are required to take a written and oral placement examination to help determine the level best-suited to their ability.
The Program's curriculum is designed to develop students' listening, reading, writing, and oral communication skills, as well as deepen students' understanding of American culture and life. In addition to attending their core English classes, students have the opportunity to select elective courses to meet their individual needs and interests. Topics include but are not limited to pronunciation, computer and library skills, vocabulary development, American culture, American Institutions, and English through film, song, or literature. In addition to attending their regular ELP classes, high intermediate and advanced-level students may audit university classes after receiving approval from teachers. At the end of each semester, students are given the Institutional TOEFL test.
Class sizes generally range from 6 to 18 per class. Every effort is made to keep classes at an ideal size for effective English language instruction.Course DataCLASS SIZE: 6 - 18 students CLASS LEVELS: 5 levels COURSE LENGTH: 8, 15 weeks MINIMUM AGE: 17 years old REQUIREMENT: High School diploma or equivalent VISA INFORMATION: I-20 issued upon request HOUSING: Dormitory/On-Campus Apartment Dates20128 WEEKS: 5/31 - 8/10 15 WEEKS: 8/10 - 12/14 FeesAPPLICATION FEE US $80TUITION FEE (2012) 8 WEEKS US $3,527 15 WEEKS US $5,275 HOUSING
PLACEMENT FEEN/AHOUSING FEE HOMESTAY DORMITORY/ON-CAMPUS APARTMENT OFF-CAMPUS RESIDENCE 8 WEEKS N/A US $3,000 N/A 15 WEEKS N/A US $4,500 N/A Airport Pickup Service N/AUniversity Fees US $134 (8W); US $410 (15W)Remarks / Other InformationDates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
Application fee is non-refundable.
Housing Fee includes meals.
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Location
Kansas State University English Language Program 205 Fairchild Hall Manhattan , KS , 66506-1106 , U.S.A. |
From Kansas City International Airport:
It is the student’s responsibility to arrange transportation from the airport to campus. Shuttle buses are available from the airport that will cost approximately US$40 and arrive on campus in approximately 3 hours. Taxis are also available, but are expensive and the school does not recommended them.
From Manhattan Regional Airport:
It is the student’s responsibility to arrange transportation from the airport to campus. Taxis are available from the airport that will cost approximately US$15 and arrive on campus in approximately 15 minutes.
It is the student’s responsibility to arrange transportation from the airport to campus. Shuttle buses are available from the airport that will cost approximately US$40 and arrive on campus in approximately 3 hours. Taxis are also available, but are expensive and the school does not recommended them.
From Manhattan Regional Airport:
It is the student’s responsibility to arrange transportation from the airport to campus. Taxis are available from the airport that will cost approximately US$15 and arrive on campus in approximately 15 minutes.
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2010/12/17 6 of 9 people found the following review helpful.Una Gran Experiencia Es una gran escuela, el staff es excelente, los maestros de primer nivel,las actividades extra escolares excelentes. Existe gran variedad de de carreras a escoger y el nivel educativo es de primera. La ciudad es chica pero siempre hay algo que hacer nunca te aburres
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