George Mason University English Language Institute [Fairfax, VA] Full-Time Intensive English Program LOCATION 30 minutes from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport by car. HIGHLIGHTS Receive special instruction in TOEFL preparation Participate in the two conversation partner programs and practice your English with Americans Enjoy nearby Washington, D.C., the center of government, research, culture and business. A Message from School John Pope Director, English Language Institute Greetings from Virginia! Hello from the English Language Institute at George Mason University and welcome to our profile on ApplyESL.com. Since 1981 the ELI has provided excellent English language instruction in small classes with personal attention from talented, experienced instructors.... >> Read Entire Message DATA Type : Public Establishment : 1981 Membership/Accreditation : CEA, UCIEP Enrollment : 110 - 130 Average Class Size : 12 Student Adviser : Yes Airport Pickup: No Internet Access : Yes Tuition : High Activities : Frequent Location : Suburban Transportation : Bus, subway CONTACT INFORMATION George Mason University English Language Institute MSN 4C4 4400 University Drive Fairfax, VA, 22030-4444 ,  TEL: 703-993-3660 FAX: 703-993-3664 E-mail: eli@gmu.edu View Course & Apply Online Full-Time Intensive English Program The Intensive English Program operates on a semester system, offering two 15-week terms in the fall and spring and one 10-week term during the summer. Students enrolled in the Program receive 20 hours of in-class instruction per week. The Program offers 6 levels of English classes, from high-beginning to advanced. At the beginning of each term, students take an English proficiency test to help determine the level best-suited to their ability. Students in all levels of instruction practice the fundamentals of reading, writing, listening and speaking as well as develop their oral communication skills through focused exercises and assignments. Students additionally select elective courses to study areas such as American pronunciation, TOEFL grammar, developing computer skills, business English, and studying American culture. Free workshops and TOEFL preparation sessions are also available to students to provide an extra opportunity to improve their knowledge of language and culture. At the end of each term, outstanding students who have studied hard and earned good grades are awarded an official ELI certificate. Small, interactive classes are emphasized to ensure full student participation. Class sizes have a maximum of 15 students with an average of 12 to 13 students per class. Every effort is made to keep classes at an ideal size for effective English language instruction. CLASS SIZE 12 - 13 students CLASS LEVELS 6 levels COURSE LENGTH 10 & 15 weeks MINIMUM AGE 16 years old REQUIREMENT High School Diploma VISA INFORMATION I-20 issued upon request HOUSING Dormitory or On-Campus Apartment Homestay DATES  2008 1/16 - 5/02 (15W) 5/28 - 8/01 (10W) 8/26 - 12/05 (15W) APPLICATION FEE US $75 TUITION FEE 2008 10 WEEKS US $4,100 15 WEEKS US $5,900 HOUSING PLACEMENT FEE N/A HOUSING FEE HOMESTAY DORMITORY/ON-CAMPUS APARTMENT OFF-CAMPUS RESIDENCE 10 WEEKS N/A US $1,309 N/A 15 WEEKS N/A US $2,600 N/A OTHERS Airport Pickup Service N/A Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice. Application fee is non-refundable. Housing Fee does not include meals.