Ashland University Center for English Studies (ACCESS) [Ashland, OH] English Language Classroom Program LOCATION 1 hour from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport by car. HIGHLIGHTS Advanced-level students attend University courses Conditional admission is available to Ashland University Enjoy Ashland, a safe, picturesque city only an hour's drive from Ohio's largest cities, Cleveland and Columbus A Message from School Robert Pesek Director, ACCESS Greetings from Ashland, Ohio! The Ashland University Center for English Studies (ACCESS) is celebrating its 30th year of operation! Our teachers have taught at ACCESS, on average, for 22 years and they are committed to caring for our students' educational, cultural, and living needs.... >> Read Entire Message DATA Type : Private Establishment : 1974 Membership/Accreditation : UCIEP,AAIEP Enrollment : 25 - 30 Average Class Size : 9 Student Adviser : Yes Airport Pickup: Yes Internet Access : Yes Tuition : High Activities : Weekly Location : Rural Transportation : Taxi CONTACT INFORMATION Ashland University Center for English Studies (ACCESS) 401 College Avenue Ashland, OH, 44805-3799 ,  TEL: +1 419 289-5123 FAX: +1 419 289-5780 E-mail: access@ashland.edu View Course & Apply Online English Language Classroom Program The English Language Classroom Program offers six 7-week sessions of Intensive English classes per year. Students enrolled in the Program receive 20 hours of in-class instruction per week and are expected to use the language laboratory for homework assignments and personal study for up to 10 hours per week. The Program offers 4 levels of English classes. At the beginning of each session, students take a language proficiency test to help determine the level best-suited to their ability. Level 1 (Beginner) introduces students to the fundamentals of English grammar and basic English conversation skills. Levels 2 and 3 (Intermediate) introduce students to academic reading and writing and continue to develop students' speaking and listening skills. Level 4 (Advanced) provides students with the academic and language skills needed to succeed in an American university. Depending on students' needs, special courses may be offered to study areas such as English for graduate studies, TOEFL preparation and English conversation strategies. In addition to attending regular classes, students also participate in the Discovery Class, mixing English language study with learning American culture and interacting with people from the United States. The Discovery Class focuses on discussing important topics such as family, education, minorities and volunteering and provides the opportunity to hold out-of-class interviews and casual conversations with Americans to talk about significant aspects of American culture. ACCESS organizes field trips and special events every week. Students attend professional sports games, visit museums and amusement parks, join cultural events and go horseback riding, canoeing and snow skiing. Students are also encouraged to participate in the University's many student-run clubs and organizations. Class sizes range from 3 to 15 students per class. Efforts are made to keep the class size small for effective English language instruction. CLASS SIZE 3 - 15 students CLASS LEVELS 4 levels COURSE LENGTH 7 weeks MINIMUM AGE 18 years old REQUIREMENT High School Diploma VISA INFORMATION I-20 issued upon request HOUSING Dormitory or On-Campus Apartment DATES  2008 1/10 - 2/29 (7W) 3/13 - 5/02 (7W) 5/08 - 6/27 (7W) 7/02 - 8/15 (7W) 8/28 - 10/17 (7W) 10/23 - 12/12 (7W) APPLICATION FEE US $50 TUITION FEE 2008 7 WEEKS US $2,870 HOUSING PLACEMENT FEE N/A HOUSING FEE HOMESTAY DORMITORY/ON-CAMPUS APARTMENT OFF-CAMPUS RESIDENCE 7 WEEKS N/A US $2,219 N/A OTHERS Airport Pickup Service US $40 Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice. Application fee is non-refundable. Housing Fee includes meals. No extra charges on rooms during Spring Break and Christmas Break.