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20 minutes from the Huntington Tri-State Airport by car. |
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HIGHLIGHTS
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Practice English with Marshall students through the English Conversations Partners Program
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Students who complete L.E.A.P.'s advanced level are admitted to Marshall University without a TOEFL score
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Enjoy living in Huntington - a comfortable, safe, small city offering a low-cost of living
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A Message from School |
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Dr. Clark Egnor
Director, L.E.A.P. Intensive English Program
Hello from the beautiful mountains of West Virginia!
I hope you will take some time to learn more about the L.E.A.P. Intensive English Program at Marshall University through our profile on ApplyESL.com....
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Type
: Public
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Establishment
: 1994
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Membership/Accreditation : AAIEP
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Enrollment
: 45
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Average Class Size
: 12
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Student Adviser
: Yes
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Airport Pickup: Yes
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Internet Access
: Yes
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Tuition
: Medium
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Activities
: Weekly
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Location
: Urban
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Transportation
: Bus, Taxi
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CONTACT INFORMATION |
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L.E.A.P. Intensive English Program
Marshall University
One John Marshall Drive Old Main 320
Huntington, WV, 25755
, U.S.A.
TEL: +1 304 696-6265
FAX: +1 304 696-6353
E-mail: leap@marshall.edu
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: About the ESL Program |
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Established in 1994, Marshall University's Learning English for Academic Purposes (L.E.A.P.) Intensive English Program helps students "make the leap" into a college or university in the United States. The purpose of the L.E.A.P. curriculum is to provide students with the academic, language and Internet/computer skills essential to succeed in an American university. Each session, over 45 students from around the world come to L.E.A.P. to receive outstanding English language instruction and individual attention from L.E.A.P. instructors and the advising staff in the Center for International Programs. L.E.A.P. students gain full access to Marshall University's campus facilities and can enjoy using the fitness centers, campus libraries, the student health clinic and computer labs with Internet access. A regular program of social activities is also arranged for L.E.A.P. students and can include holiday parties and dances, ice skating, picnics, horseback riding, visiting amusement parks, and trips to Charleston, West Virginia. L.E.A.P. is a proud member of AAIEP, the American Associate of Intensive English Programs promoting professional standards and high-quality English programs.
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L.E.A.P. hosts more than 45 students from around the world each session. Recently, students have come to L.E.A.P. from Asia (30%), the Middle East (25%), Latin America (20%), Europe (15%), and Africa (10%).
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| L.E.A.P. instructors are highly-qualified, experienced professionals. Instructors hold advanced degrees in Applied Linguistics, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) or in related fields. The personal and academic qualities of L.E.A.P. instructors make each uniquely qualified to offer meaningful language-learning opportunities and to care deeply about their students. |
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| While attending L.E.A.P., students have the opportunity to live in on-campus dormitories. Students living on-campus will be close to classes, campus activities and other students - both American and international. Homestays are also available however, the L.E.A.P. Program encourages new students to live on-campus for at least one session in order to familiarize themselves with the University and to make new friends. Students must apply for housing through the L.E.A.P. as early as possible due to the limited amount of space available. The School may provide students with information about private off-campus apartments however it is the students' responsibility to make their individual arrangements. For more information, use the Contact Address to ask the school directly. |
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| The Marshall University campus is ideally located in the small, safe city of Huntington, West Virginia, home to over 60,000 friendly residents. As the second-largest urban center in West Virginia, Huntington is located on the banks of the Ohio River, bordering eastern Kentucky and southern Ohio. The downtown area's wide, tree-lined streets have an old-fashioned 'hometown' feel yet they offer the modern-day conveniences of movie theaters, lively restaurants, public libraries and eclectic art galleries. On the south side of the city, the 70-acre Ritter Park offers a serene, peaceful environment to go on a picnic, play tennis on one of its 11 courts, relax in the famous Rose Garden, or to watch a play performed by The Huntington Outdoor Theater group in the park's amphitheater. When you want to venture outside of the city, an easy drive will take you through the scenic Metro Valley and its wooded hills of Beech Fork State Park, East Lynn Lake and Cabwaylingo State Forest. Huntington is situated 60 miles east of Charleston, the State Capitol and largest city in West Virginia with more than 300,000 people. Huntington is also served by Amtrak Train and the Greyhound Bus Line, providing easy travel to exciting destinations, including New York City and Washington, D.C. |
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About the College/University |
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| First established in 1837 as Marshall Academy, Marshall University (MU) is a public institution that was granted university status in 1961. Home to 16,000 students, including more than 400 students from 50 countries, and 660 faculty members, MU is devoted to providing undergraduate and graduate courses for both full-time students and employed students who want to pursue their studies on a part-time basis. Recently, the U.S. News and World Report ranked Marshall as one of "America's best buys" in higher education based upon the University's academic quality and moderate cost. MU is also recognized by the Templeton Foundation as one of the nation's top character-building institutions and is listed in its "Colleges that Encourage Character Development" guide. Marshall is comprised of 13 colleges, offering students Bachelor's degrees in 41 areas of specialization and master's degrees in 46 areas. Students are actively involved in more than 100 clubs and organizations, including 14 men and women varsity teams, volunteer groups, an outdoor adventure club, a student-run radio station, and theater ensembles. |
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A Message from School |
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Hello from the beautiful mountains of West Virginia!
I hope you will take some time to learn more about the L.E.A.P. Intensive English Program at Marshall University through our profile on ApplyESL.com. We are a top-quality English language program at a top quality university with nine colleges and schools offering over one hundred undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs. Our goal is to prepare you for academic success at an American university. We offer 18 hours of classroom study per week to improve your English speaking, listening, reading and writing quickly. We will help you "make the leap" into a college or university in the USA. In fact, Marshall University will waive its TOEFL admissions requirement for those who complete the advanced level of the L.E.A.P. Program. You will enjoy your life in Huntington, West Virginia - a safe and comfortable small city in the U.S.A. The campus is within walking distance to hotels, shopping malls, restaurants, movie theaters, supermarkets and banks. On campus, students have access to a medical center, computer labs, indoor swimming pool, fitness centers and library. I hope you will choose to pursue your academic and English language goals at Marshall University!
Dr. Clark Egnor
Director, L.E.A.P. Intensive English Program |
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