California State Polytechnic University, Pomona Cal Poly English Language Institute [Pomona, CA] English as a Second Language (ESL) Program LOCATION 30 minutes from Ontario International Airport by car. HIGHLIGHTS Credit-bearing classes offered to upper-level students Study at one of the nation's six polytechnic universities incorporating technology with a traditional liberal arts or applied sciences education Enjoy Southern California's magnificent weather and easy access to downtown Los Angeles, one of the world's most metropolitan areas A Message from School Randall L. Burger Coordinator, Cal Poly English Language Institute Hello from Cal Poly Pomona! We are happy that you have chosen to visit our site at ApplyESL. We are very proud of the Cal Poly English Language Institute (CPELI) and of the beautiful Cal Poly Pomona campus.... >> Read Entire Message DATA Type : Public Establishment : 1991 Membership/Accreditation : AAIEP Enrollment : 110 Average Class Size : 14 Student Adviser : Yes Airport Pickup: Yes Internet Access : Yes Tuition : Medium Activities : Frequent Location : Suburban Transportation : Bus, Taxi CONTACT INFORMATION Cal Poly English Language Institute California State Polytechnic University, Pomona 3801 West Temple Avenue, Bldg. 86 Pomona, CA, 91768 ,  TEL: +1 909 869-4814 FAX: +1 909 869-3777 E-mail: cpeli@csupomona.edu View Course & Apply Online English as a Second Language (ESL) Program The English as a Second Language (ESL) Program operates year-round, offering 10-week long sessions each quarter. Students enrolled in the program receive 25 hours of classroom instruction each week. The program offers instruction at 5 levels of English proficiency, ranging from beginner to advanced. Upon students' arrival at the CPELI, they are given English placement and writing tests to help determine the level best-suited to their ability. Designed to prepare international students for study at an American college or university, the ESL Program curriculum provides instruction to develop students' listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Core Class #1 is an integrated class that stresses communication and collaborative learning. As a required class, it focuses on developing students' grammar and writing skills. Core Class #2, also a required class, focuses on students' reading, speaking, listening, and vocabulary acquisition skills. In addition to attending their core classes, students also choose from a variety of elective courses to study topics such as TOEFL Preparation, American Culture and Cinema, American Pronunciation and Intonation, or American Idioms and Slang. A computer course is offered as part of the regular curriculum to prepare students to use computers in both academic and everyday life. Credit-bearing classes are additionally offered to upper-level CPELI students. The CPELI offers special services to help students enroll at an American college or university. Academic advisors are on-hand to help students with every step of the college application process, from finding the right school to completing the application. Additionally, advisors are available to help educate students about their responsibilities regarding their visa and immigration status. Students have plenty of opportunities to practice their newly-acquired English skills outside of the classroom, as well, whether through the field trips and activities organized by the CPELI, playing in Cal Poly intramural sports teams, or joining the Conversation Club to meet with American students to engage in friendly English conversation and learn more about American culture. Class sizes range from 14 to 24 students. Every effort is made to keep classes at an ideal size to promote effective English language instruction. CLASS SIZE 14-24 students CLASS LEVELS 5 levels COURSE LENGTH 10 weeks MINIMUM AGE 17 years old REQUIREMENT N/A VISA INFORMATION I-20 issued upon request HOUSING Dormitory/On-campus Apartment DATES   2008 1/07 - 3/14 (10w) 4/01 - 6/06 (10w) 6/23 - 8/29 (10w) 9/25 - 12/05 (10w) APPLICATION FEE US$ 100 TUITION FEE 2008 10 WEEKS US$ 2,750 HOUSING PLACEMENT FEE N/A HOUSING FEE HOMESTAY DORMITORY/ON-CAMPUS APARTMENT OFF-CAMPUS RESIDENCE 10 WEEKS N/A US$ 2,324 N/A OTHERS Airport Pickup Service US $50 (Los Angeles Airport); US $25 (Ontario Airport) Dates and fees are approximate and may change without prior notice. Application fee is non-refundable. Housing fees includes meals.