Texas A&M University English Language Institute (ELI) [College Station, TX] Intensive English Program LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS Join the Conversation Partners program and practice English with university students Attend the oldest state-supported university in Texas and a world renowned institution Located in a friendly, safe university community in the "heart" of central Texas and 100 miles from Houston and Austin A Message from School Dr. Kathleen Clark Director, English Language Institute Greetings from College Station! Welcome to the English Language Institute (ELI) ApplyESL.com online profile. We hope you will use this convenient site to contact us at Texas A&M University. You can study English in a safe, friendly environment on the main campus of Texas A&M-- a land grant, sea grant, and space grant university.... >> Read Entire Message DATA Type : Public Establishment : 1974 Membership/Accreditation : CEA, UCIEP, AAIEP Enrollment : 500 Average Class Size : 12 Student Adviser : Yes Airport Pickup: Yes Internet Access : Yes Tuition : Medium Activities : Occasional Location : Suburban Transportation : Bus, Taxi CONTACT INFORMATION English Language Institute (ELI) Texas A&M University 2130 TAMU College Station, TX, 77843-2130 ,  TEL: +1 979 845-7936 FAX: +1 979 862-4326 E-mail: zinser@tamu.edu View Course & Apply Online Intensive English Program The Intensive English Program offers three semesters of instruction each year: two 15-week sessions in the fall and spring and one 10-week session during the summer. Students enrolled in the 15-week session receive 21 hours of in-class instruction per week while student enrolled in the 10-week summer session receive 34 hours of classroom instruction. The Program offers 3 levels of English classes: basic, intermediate, and advanced. At the beginning of orientation and each subsequent semester, students take the English Language Proficiency Exam (ELPE) to help determine the level best-suited to their ability. Students enrolled in the Program take a combination of classes to develop the four skill areas of listening, speaking, reading, and writing; extensive grammar and vocabulary development are also incorporated among these classes. Courses including reading, vocabulary, and composition are taught separately at the intermediate and advanced levels. In addition to attending regular classes, students also take an American Culture and Customs course to explore the culture and customs in the United States by studying different facets of American society, including drama, sports, art, and music. To enhance their English studies, students have full access to the well-equipped language laboratory outside of class. A full range of language development materials, including computer assisted instruction, are available to students at all levels. Outside of the classroom, students are encouraged to participate in cultural activities organized by the ELI to experience the richness of the American lifestyle and to immerse themselves in the English language. The average class size is 12 to 15 students per class. Every effort is made to keep classes at an ideal size for effective English language instruction. CLASS SIZE 12 - 15 students CLASS LEVELS 3 levels COURSE LENGTH 10, 15 weeks MINIMUM AGE 18 yrs. old REQUIREMENT High school diploma VISA INFORMATION I-20 issued upon request HOUSING Dormitory/On-Campus Apartment DATES  2008  2009 1/14 - 5/02 (10w),2008 1/12 - 5/08 (10w),2009 5/27 - 8/08 (10w),2008 8/25 - 12/05 (15w),2008 APPLICATION FEE US$ 50 TUITION FEE 2009 10 WEEKS US$ 3,850 15 WEEKS US$ 4,900 HOUSING PLACEMENT FEE US$ 25 (Non-refundable) HOUSING FEE HOMESTAY DORMITORY/ON-CAMPUS APARTMENT OFF-CAMPUS RESIDENCE 10 WEEKS N/A US$ 1,500-$2,725 N/A 15 WEEKS N/A US$ 2,100-$2,725 N/A OTHERS Airport Pickup Service US$ 30 Dates and fees are approximate and may change without prior notice. Application fee is non-refundable. Housing fee does not include meals. Additional $1,100 (approx.) in university fees will be required.