University of North Dakota (ELS)ELS Language Centers, Grand Forks [Grand Forks, ND]
HIGHLIGHTS
- Over 550 U.S. colleges and universities accept the ELS Certification of English in place of the TOEFL
- UND offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs in business, health sciences, engineering, aviation and music
- Enjoy living in Grand Forks, a classic college town known for being extremely safe and friendly and a perfect place to study English
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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.
- DATA
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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 : Suburban
- Student Adviser : Yes
- Transportation : 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 the University of North Dakota has hosted hundreds of students from around the world. Recently, the majority of students have come to ELS from Asia, including Korea (40%), Taiwan (20%) and Japan. Students also come from countries in Latin America (25%), Europe (5%) 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 on-campus dormitories or enjoy a homestay experience. Students living on-campus will be close to classes, campus activities and other students – both American and international. 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 UND campus is situated in a lovely, wooded neighborhood of Grand Forks, North Dakota, a friendly city that sits on the western bank of the Red River of the North in an area called the Red River Valley. As one of the oldest major cities in the Dakotas, Grand Forks is home to over 50,000 residents and is largely influenced by the University of North Dakota. The North Dakota Museum of Art - located on the UND campus - brings many nationally-touring exhibits to Grand Forks and displays the work of local artists while also, it provides additional gallery space for art students’ work. UND’s active Theater Arts and Music department presents student stage theater productions to the Grand Forks community throughout the year while other local cultural performances are performed by the Greater Grand Forks Symphony Orchestra, the Grand Forks Master Choral and the North Dakota Ballet Company. Grand Forks residents experience four distinct seasons with summers being moderately hot and dry, averaging about 26°C, while snowy winters drop to cold lows in January with average temperatures being a chilly -8°C. Local residents love the outdoors, however, and frequently visit the Greenway – a picturesque urban park spanning 2, 200 acres – to hike, run, rollerblade, bike, canoe, kayak or fish, all in the heart of Grand Forks. The Greenway also includes all-season trails, nature preserves, picnic sites and camping grounds to enjoy throughout the year.
- About the College/University
- Founded in 1883, the University of North Dakota (UND) is a state-supported institution that is an active part of the North Dakota University System. Recognized by the Carnegie Foundation as a “doctoral/research-intensive” institution, UND is among the elite group of nationally important universities whose missions extend beyond undergraduate instruction to include graduate education, research, scholarship and creative activity and public service. Home to 13,100 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral students from every U.S. state and more than 37 nations from around the world, UND’s 543-acre wooded, landscaped campus has long been characterized by its solid foundation in the liberal arts education, highly-qualified students and faculty members, rich cultural resources and a varied curriculum sure to satiate the most intellectual of curiosities. UND offers its students the opportunity to earn bachelor’s degrees in more than 87 areas of specialization, master’s degrees in 56 areas, 22 doctoral programs and medicine and law degrees among the school’s nine academic colleges and schools: Arts and Sciences; Aerospace Sciences; Business and Public Administration; Engineering and Mines; Nursing; Education and Human Development; Law; Medicine and Health Sciences; and the Graduate School. Outside of the classroom, students have ample opportunities to get involved in the campus community and join one of the 220 student-run organizations. Students are avid fans of UND sports teams, “The Fighting Sioux,” and are always on-hand to cheer on the men’s and women’s teams playing football, golf, cross-country, basketball, hockey, swimming & diving, baseball, track & field, volleyball and tennis.
- 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: 17 years old REQUIREMENT: N/A VISA INFORMATION: I-20 issued upon request HOUSING: Dormitory/On-Campus Apartment
Homestay - Dates
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Choose 4, 8, 12, 16, 20, 24 Week Course from Starting Dates 2010/04/05 2010/05/03 2010/06/01 2010/06/28 2010/07/26 2010/08/23 2010/09/20 2010/10/18 2010/11/15 2010/12/13 - Fees
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APPLICATION FEE US$ 145TUITION FEE (2009-2010) 4 WEEKS US$ 1,575 8 WEEKS US$ 3,150 12 WEEKS US$ 4,725 16 WEEKS US$ 5,672 20 WEEKS US$ 7,090 24 WEEKS US$ 8,508 HOUSING
PLACEMENT FEEN/AHOUSING FEE HOMESTAY DORMITORY/ON-CAMPUS APARTMENT OFF-CAMPUS RESIDENCE 4-24 WEEKS US$ 805 per month US$ 1,190 per month N/A Airport Pickup Service US$ 85 - Remarks / Other Information
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Dates and fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
Application fee is non-refundable.
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: 17 years old REQUIREMENT: N/A VISA INFORMATION: I-20 issued upon request HOUSING: Dormitory/On-Campus Apartment
Homestay - Dates
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Choose 4, 8, 12, 16, 20, 24 Week Course from Starting Dates 2010/04/05 2010/05/03 2010/06/01 2010/06/28 2010/07/26 2010/08/23 2010/09/20 2010/10/18 2010/11/15 2010/12/13 - Fees
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APPLICATION FEE US$ 145TUITION FEE (2009-2010) 4 WEEKS US$ 1,210 8 WEEKS US$ 2,420 12 WEEKS US$ 3,630 16 WEEKS US$ 4,356 20 WEEKS US$ 5,445 24 WEEKS US$ 6,534 HOUSING
PLACEMENT FEEN/AHOUSING FEE HOMESTAY DORMITORY/ON-CAMPUS APARTMENT OFF-CAMPUS RESIDENCE 4-24 WEEKS US$ 805 per month US$ 1,190 per month N/A Airport Pickup Service US$ 85 - Remarks / Other Information
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Dates and fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
Application fee is non-refundable.
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: Dormitory/On-Campus Apartment
Homestay - Dates
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Choose 4, 8, 12 Week Course from Starting Dates 2010/04/05 2010/05/03 2010/06/01 2010/06/28 2010/07/26 2010/08/23 2010/09/20 2010/10/18 2010/11/15 2010/12/13 - Fees
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APPLICATION FEE US$ 145TUITION FEE (2010) 4 WEEKS US$ 1,150 8 WEEKS US$ 2,300 12 WEEKS US$ 3,450 HOUSING
PLACEMENT FEEHOUSING FEE HOMESTAY DORMITORY/ON-CAMPUS APARTMENT OFF-CAMPUS RESIDENCE 4-12 WEEKS US$ 805 per month US$ 1,190 per month Airport Pickup Service US$ 85 - 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 SchoolGrand Forks, North Dakota
United States
LocationELS Language Centers, Grand Forks
University of North Dakota
Box 8390 Grand Forks , ND , 58202 , U.S.A.From Grand Forks International Airport: ELS Language Centers arrange airport pick-up service that costs US$75 and brings students directly to the University of North Dakota campus in approximately 15 minutes.
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