Indiana University - Purdue University of Indianapolis (ELS)ELS Language Centers, Indianapolis [Indianapolis, IN]
HIGHLIGHTS
- Over 550 U.S. colleges and universities accept the ELS Certification of English in place of the TOEFL
- Students may join the American Conversation Partners program to meet with native English speakers, practice their language skills and learn about American culture
- Live in Indianapolis, a major metropolitan city home to international businesses and the world-famous “Indianapolis 500” and Grand Prix auto racing
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- About the ESL School
- Founded in 1961, ELS Language Centers is a group of private language schools that help millions of students from more than 140 countries significantly improve their English skills in the shortest time possible and prepare them for academic study at an American college or university. With more than 40 ELS locations available across 25 U.S. states, students are exposed to different cross-cultural ideas and influences that will deepen their English communication skills and cultural understanding. Learning from native speaking instructors, students study from a well-developed curriculum designed to enhance their fluency and accuracy and hone their skills in the areas of structure/speaking, conversation, and reading/writing. Students also select from a wide variety of elective classes to study topics pertinent to their individual interests, including TOEFL Preparation, Business English, Pronunciation, U.S. Culture, and Listening & Note Taking. As an added feature, more than 550 American colleges and universities accept the ELS Certification of English in place of the TOEFL in order to admit students to their undergraduate degree programs. ELS Language Centers is a proud member of AAIEP, the American Association of Intensive English Programs promoting professional standards and high-quality English programs.
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- Type : Private
- Airport Pickup : Yes
- Establishment : 1961
- Internet Access : Yes
- Membership/Accreditation : AAIEP
- Tuition : Medium
- Enrollment : 300
- Activities : Frequent
- Average Class Size : 12
- Location : Urban
- Student Adviser : Yes
- Transportation : Train, bus, taxi
- CONTACT INFORMATION
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ELS Language Centers
Central Admissions Office
400 Alexander Park
Princeton , NJ , 08540 , U.S.A.
TEL: +1 609 750 3547
FAX: +1 609 750 3599
E-mail: admissions@els.com
Website: http://www.els.edu
- Student Countries of Origin
- The ELS Center at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis has hosted thousands of students from more than 40 countries around the world. Recently, the majority of students have come to ELS from Asia, including Korea (38%), Taiwan (15%), Japan (12%) and others (10%). Students also come from countries in Latin America (12%), Europe (4%), the Middle East (3%) and other countries worldwide.
- Faculty Qualifications
- ELS instructors are highly-qualified, native speaking professionals. Many instructors have lived and traveled abroad and have extensive training and experience teaching English to students from around the world. The personal and academic qualities of ELS instructors make each uniquely qualified to offer meaningful language-learning opportunities and to care deeply about their students.
- Housing
- ELS provides students with the opportunity to live in an off-campus residence or enjoy a homestay experience. For students who prefer a more independent lifestyle, off-campus residences provide more privacy and offer opportunities to interact with people in the community outside the campus environment. ELS also arranges homestays for those students who want to experience American culture first-hand as a member of a family and practice their conversational English. Students are encouraged to make their housing arrangements as early as possible due to the limited amount of space available. Private off-campus apartments may also available; however students must make their own arrangements. For more information, use the Contact Address to ask the school directly.
- Surrounding Area
- The ELS Language Center on the IUPUI campus is nestled in a charming neighborhood of Indianapolis - locally called “Indy” - just adjacent to vast White River State Park, a favorite destination for tourists, Indy residents and IUPUI students and faculty. The Park acts as an oasis in the middle of the downtown area and is filled with some of the city’s highest-acclaimed attractions, including the Indianapolis Zoo, the Indiana Historical Society, White River Gardens, “The Lawn” – a gathering spot for concerts – and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Hall of Champions. Home to over 860,000 residents, Indy is the capital city of the State of Indiana and the 12th largest city in the United States that prides itself on its rich cultural heritage and its warm “Hoosier” hospitality, a word commonly used to denote an Indiana native. With four professional sports teams – the Colts (NFL football), the Pacers (NBA basketball), the Fever (women’s NBA basketball) and the Indians (international league baseball) – Indy sports enthusiasts have ample opportunities to watch live games year-round. Often referred as the “Amateur Sports Capital of the World,” Indy is also home to the headquarters of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), the main governing body for college sports in the United States. Most famously known as the “Racing Capital of the World,” Indy is home to the largest Grand Prix race in the world and, most significantly, the largest annual single-day sporting event in the world, the Indianapolis 500 – nearly 300,000 fans are in attendance and is “the most televised annual event in the world.”
- About the College/University
- Founded in 1969 as part of the Indiana University (IU) System, Indiana University – Purdue University of Indianapolis (IUPUI) is an urban, state-supported research institution that operates as a partnership between Indiana and Purdue Universities, with IU as the managing partner. IUPUI is a campus of Indiana University that grants degrees in over 185 academic programs from both Indiana University and Purdue University. Home to state-wide programs in medicine, law, dentistry, nursing, allied health and social work, the 511-acre campus is home to over 29,000 undergraduate and graduate students from 49 U.S. states and 122 nations from around the world. Associate, bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral degrees and professional certificates are awarded to IUPUI students among the university’s 17 academic schools and colleges: Art & Design; Business; Continuing Studies; Dentistry; Education; Engineering and Technology; Health and Rehabilitation Sciences; Informatics; Journalism; Law; Liberal Arts; Library and Information Science; Medicine; Music; Nursing; Physical Education and Tourism Management; Public and Environmental Affairs; Science; and Social Work. Outside of the classroom, IUPUI students have ample opportunities to get involved in the campus community and join one of the 100 student-run organizations. Students can engage in community service within the Indianapolis area with “Students Offering Service,” try out the ceramics or rowing clubs, join the “Swing Cats” and practice swing dancing, participate in the Catholic Campus ministry, or perform in one of the many theater or dance troupes that regularly perform on-campus. IUPUI’s sports teams, “The Jaguars,” compete at the NCAA Division I level with men and women basketball, golf, soccer, softball, tennis, volleyball, cross-country running and swimming.
- Courses
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Intensive English Program APPLY- About This Course
- The Intensive English Program is offered year-round with sessions beginning every four weeks. Students enrolled in the Program receive 30 hours of classroom instruction per week.
The Intensive Program is offered at 12 levels of instruction; Level 101 is the most elementary level while Level 112 is the most advanced. Upon their arrival at ELS, students are required to take a placement test to help determine the level best-suited to their ability. At the end of each 4-week session, students are evaluated for advancement to the next level based upon their academic improvement.
All levels of instruction are designed to hone students’ academic skills in the fundamental areas of: Structure/Speaking Practice; Conversation; and Reading/Writing. To complement their studies, students are also provided with course work in the Multi-Media Lab (MML) to develop their skills using leading technology. Elective courses are also part of the curriculum for intermediate and advanced-level students to allow them to study topics pertinent to their interests while building their core language skills. The most popular elective courses offered are: TOEIC and TOEFL Preparation; American Film; U.S. Culture; Current Events; Grammar Review; and Listening & Note Taking. Classroom sizes range from 12 to 15 students per class. Every effort is made to keep classes at an ideal size for effective English language instruction.
More than 550 American colleges and universities have a close “bridge” relationship with ELS Language Centers. Upon their successful completion of an ELS advanced level and earning the ELS Certification of English, students may be admitted to the undergraduate degree programs among these colleges and universities without the TOEFL. - Course Data
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CLASS SIZE: 12 - 15 students CLASS LEVELS: 12 levels COURSE LENGTH: 4,8,12,16,20,24 weeks MINIMUM AGE: 18 years old REQUIREMENT: N/A VISA INFORMATION: I-20 issued upon request HOUSING: Homestay
Off-Campus Residence - Dates
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Choose 4, 8, 12, 16, 20, 24 Week Course from Starting Dates 2010/09/20 2010/10/18 2010/11/15 2010/12/13 2011/01/10 2011/02/07 2011/03/07 2011/04/04 2011/05/02 2011/05/31 2011/06/27 2011/07/25 2011/08/22 2011/09/19 2011/10/17 2011/11/14 2011/12/12 - Fees
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APPLICATION FEE US$ 150TUITION FEE (2010-2011) 4 WEEKS US$ 1,595 8 WEEKS US$ 3,190 12 WEEKS US$ 4,308 16 WEEKS US$ 5,744 20 WEEKS US$ 6,780 24 WEEKS US$ 8,136 HOUSING
PLACEMENT FEEN/AHOUSING FEE HOMESTAY DORMITORY/ON-CAMPUS APARTMENT OFF-CAMPUS RESIDENCE 4-24 WEEKS US$ 840 per month N/A US$ 950 per month Airport Pickup Service US$ 120 (Indianapolis International Airport) - Remarks / Other Information
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Dates and fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
Application fee is non-refundable.
Homestay housing fees include meals.
Semi-Intensive English Program APPLY- About This Course
- The Semi-Intensive English Program is offered year-round with sessions beginning every four weeks. Students enrolled in the program attend classes during the morning only and receive 20 hours of classroom instruction per week.
The Semi-Intensive Program is offered at 12 levels of instruction; Level 101 is the most elementary level while Level 112 is the most advanced. Upon their arrival at ELS, students are required to take a placement test to help determine the level best-suited to their ability. At the end of each 4-week session, students are evaluated for advancement to the next level based upon their academic improvement.
All levels of instruction are designed to hone students’ academic skills in the fundamental areas of: Structure/Speaking Practice; and Conversation. To complement their studies, students are also provided with course work in the Multi-Media Lab (MML) to develop their skills using leading technology. Elective courses are also part of the curriculum for intermediate and advanced-level students to allow them to study topics pertinent to their interests while building their core language skills. The most popular elective courses offered are: TOEIC and TOEFL Preparation; American Film; U.S. Culture; Current Events; Grammar Review; and Listening & Note Taking.
Classroom sizes range from 12 to 15 students per class. Every effort is made to keep classes at an ideal size for effective English language instruction. - Course Data
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CLASS SIZE: 12 - 15 students CLASS LEVELS: 12 levels COURSE LENGTH: 4,8,12,16,20,24 weeks MINIMUM AGE: 18 years old REQUIREMENT: N/A VISA INFORMATION: I-20 issued upon request HOUSING: Homestay
Off-Campus Residence - Dates
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Choose 4, 8, 12, 16, 20, 24 Week Course from Starting Dates 2010/09/20 2010/10/18 2010/11/15 2010/12/13 2011/01/10 2011/02/07 2011/03/07 2011/04/04 2011/05/02 2011/05/31 2011/06/27 2011/07/25 2011/08/22 2011/09/19 2011/10/17 2011/11/14 2011/12/12 - Fees
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APPLICATION FEE US$ 150TUITION FEE (2010-2011) 4 WEEKS US$ 1,230 8 WEEKS US$ 2,460 12 WEEKS US$ 3,321 16 WEEKS US$ 4,428 20 WEEKS US$ 5,230 24 WEEKS US$ 6,276 HOUSING
PLACEMENT FEEN/AHOUSING FEE HOMESTAY DORMITORY/ON-CAMPUS APARTMENT OFF-CAMPUS RESIDENCE 4-24 WEEKS US$ 840 per month N/A US$ 950 per month Airport Pickup Service US$ 120 (Indianapolis International Airport) - Remarks / Other Information
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Dates and fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
Application fee is non-refundable.
Homestay housing fees include meals.
American Explorer APPLY- About This Course
- The American Explorer Program (AEP) is a part-time study vacation option offered year-round with sessions beginning every two weeks. The program is suitable for students who want to enjoy a short vacation in the United States and study English part-time. It is also ideal for students who are visiting the USA for the very first time, and want to travel and do sightseeing as much as possible. American Explorer Program participants take 15 lessons per week and usually have a tourist visa or come under the Visa Waiver Program. Be sure to contact the school’s admissions staff if you have any questions.
The AEP Program is recreational and cultural in nature and is offered at 12 levels of instruction from Beginning to Masters with four weeks of instruction per level. Three morning lessons are offered per day and afternoons are free for recreation and relaxation. Students attending this program may also participate in the evening and weekend social activities that are available at all ELS Language Centers. Upon arriving at their school, students are required to take a placement test to help determine the level best-suited to their ability. At the end of each 4-week session, students are evaluated for advancement to the next level based upon their academic improvement.
All levels of instruction are designed to improve English skills in the fundamental areas of Structure, Speaking, Reading and Writing. Technology plays an important role in English language studies and all American Explorer students have access to ELS Language Technology Centers (LTC). LTC centers provide computer access for a wide range of English learning activities such as CD and DVD-based programs, language learning software and internet access. In the LTC, students work through goals outlined in their Individualized Learning Plans. Students who wish to emphasize English study during their time abroad and study full-time should consider choosing either the Intensive or Semi-Intensive English Programs also offered at ELS Language Centers.
Classroom sizes range from 12 to 15 students per class. Every effort is made to keep classes at an ideal size for effective English language instruction. - Course Data
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CLASS SIZE: 12 - 15 students CLASS LEVELS: 12 levels COURSE LENGTH: 4,8,12 weeks MINIMUM AGE: 16 years old REQUIREMENT: N/A VISA INFORMATION: N/A HOUSING: Homestay
Off-Campus Residence - Dates
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Choose 4, 8, 12 Week Course from Starting Dates 2010/09/20 2010/10/18 2010/11/15 2010/12/13 2011/01/10 2011/02/07 2011/03/07 2011/04/04 2011/05/02 2011/05/31 2011/06/27 2011/07/25 2011/08/22 2011/09/19 2011/10/17 2011/11/14 2011/12/12 - Fees
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APPLICATION FEE US$ 150TUITION FEE (2010-2011) 4 WEEKS US$ 1,170 8 WEEKS US$ 2,340 12 WEEKS US$ 3,510 HOUSING
PLACEMENT FEEN/AHOUSING FEE HOMESTAY DORMITORY/ON-CAMPUS APARTMENT OFF-CAMPUS RESIDENCE 4-12 WEEKS US$ 840 per month US$ 950 per month Airport Pickup Service US$ 120 (Indianapolis International Airport) - Remarks / Other Information
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Dates and fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
Application fee is non-refundable.
Homestay fees include meals.
- LOCATION
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Getting To Your SchoolIndianapolis, Indiana
United States
LocationELS Language Centers, Indianapolis
Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis
620 Union Drive, Room 242 Indianapolis , IN , 46202 , U.S.A.From Indianapolis International Airport:
ELS Language Centers arrange airport pick-up service that costs US$110 and brings students directly to the Indiana University – Purdue University Indianapolis campus in approximately 15 minutes.
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