University of California, Riverside International Education Programs [Riverside, CA] Intensive English Program LOCATION 25 minutes from Ontario International Airport by car. HIGHLIGHTS Advanced-level students may take UCR classes in any field, such as business, computers, and arts The caqmpus has an excellent location, close to most tourist attractions in the Southern California area. Enjoy Riverside, a charming city with a small-town atmosphere offering big-city services and located 1 hour from Los Angeles A Message from School Sheila Dwight Director, International Education Programs Greetings from Riverside! Thank you for visiting our profile at ApplyESL.com. Since 1975, International Education Programs (IEP) at UC Riverside has offered high-quality English language programs, academic programs and professional training programs in a broad range of fields.... >> Read Entire Message DATA Type : Public Establishment : 1975 Membership/Accreditation : AAIEP Enrollment : 600 Average Class Size : 15 Student Adviser : Yes Airport Pickup: Yes Internet Access : Yes Tuition : Medium Activities : Weekly Location : Suburban Transportation : Bus, taxi CONTACT INFORMATION International Education Programs University of California, Riverside University Extension 1200 University Avenue Dept. INT Riverside, CA, 92507 ,  TEL: +1 951 827-4346 FAX: +1 951 827-5796 E-mail: ucriep@ucx.ucr.edu View Course & Apply Online Intensive English Program Improving Oral Fluency Program Conversation & American Culture Program English for International Business The Intensive English Program offers 4, 6, and 10-week sessions throughout the year. Students enrolled in the Program receive 24 hours of in-class instruction per week to improve their English skills essential to enter an American college or university or for personal or professional development. The Program offers 6 levels of English classes, from beginning to advanced. On registration day, students are given an English proficiency test to help determine the level best-suited to their ability. Students in all levels of instruction study the fundamentals of English grammar, reading, writing, and conversation, as well as practice their newly-acquired English skills in the Language Laboratory. Elective courses are offered to students in the high-intermediate and advanced levels to study topics such as Academic Skills, Public Speaking, GRE/GMAT Preparation, Creative Writing, Pronunciation/Accent Improvement, English through Film, and Oral Skills Development. Advanced-levels students attending the 10-week session may be allowed to attend regular UCR classes and earn transferable University of California credit. The institutional TOEFL and TOEIC examinations are offered to students every quarter at the UCR Extension Center. Outside of the classroom, students attending the 10-week session are encouraged to participate in the private or group conversation partner program to practice their English conversational skills and develop a deeper understanding of American culture. The average class size is 14 students per class. Every effort is made to keep classes at an ideal size for effective English language instruction. CLASS SIZE 14 students CLASS LEVELS 6 levels COURSE LENGTH 4, 6, 10 weeks MINIMUM AGE 15 yrs. old REQUIREMENT N/A VISA INFORMATION I-20 issued upon request HOUSING Dormitory/On-Campus Apartment Homestay Off-campus Residence DATES  2008 1/03 - 2/01 (4w) 1/03 - 3/14 (10w) 3/26 - 4/25 (4w) 3/26 - 6/06 (10w) 6/19 - 8/01 (6w) 6/19 - 8/29 (10w) 7/31 - 8/29 (4w) 9/25 - 10/24 (4w) 9/25 - 12/05 (10w) APPLICATION FEE US$ 90 TUITION FEE 2008 4 WEEKS US$ 1,300 6 WEEKS US$ 1,950 10 WEEKS US$ 2,450 HOUSING PLACEMENT FEE US$ 150 (Homestay), US$ 70 (Dormitory) HOUSING FEE HOMESTAY DORMITORY/ON-CAMPUS APARTMENT OFF-CAMPUS RESIDENCE 4 WEEKS US$ 700 US$ 780 US$ 840 6 WEEKS US$ 1,050 US$ 1,092 US$ 1,260 10 WEEKS US$ 1,750 US$ 1,540 US$ 2,100 OTHERS Airport Pickup Service US$ 90 (from Los Angeles), US$45 (from Ontario) Dates and fees are approximate and may change without prior notice. Application fee is non-refundable. Homestay fees include meals.