Lewis & Clark

Academic English Studies (AES) [Portland, Oregon]

HIGHLIGHTS

• Information
  • About the ESL Program
  • Lewis and Clark's intensive English program was established in 1972. Academic English Studies (AES) is an academically intensive English program. Engaging content-based courses assist students in developing advanced academic Englishlanguage, academic knowledge, and cross-cultural awareness for university and career success. Graduates of AES are eligible to apply for full admission to the Lewis & Clark undergraduate school. AES courses may be used for credit toward degrees.
    
    AES is a proud member of UCIEP (University and College Intensive English Programs) and EnglishUSA, both of which promote professional standards and quality instruction in intensive English programs. AES is fully credited by NWCCU (Northwest Consortium of Colleges and Universities).
  • Fast Facts
  • Affiliation : Private University
    Establishment : 1972
    Membership/Accreditation : UCIEP, EnglishUSA
    Enrollment : 30 - 50
    Average Class Size : 8 - 14
    

    Airport Pickup : Available from School
    Tuition : Medium
    Community Type : Suburban
    Transportation : Bus, Shuttle
  • A Message from School
  • Welcome to Academic English Studies in beautiful Portland, Oregon. AES just might be the most challenging English learning experience that you will ever love! We take our responsibility very seriously to prepare you for future studies and careers which require you to be proficient in English. We also, of course, believe that your experience outside of the class is just as important as what you learn in the class. That is why we encourage students to join campus activities, clubs, and seminars. We also provide opportunities to work with Lewis & Clark students in your classrooms, match you with tutors and conversation partners, and connect you with Portlanders through our Community Friends Program. Our student workers plan lunchtime conversation hours and other activities, so you get to know Lewis & Clark students and create long-lasting friendships.
    
    AES students have full access to all campus facilities and services, including the 24-hour library, the sports facilities, cafeterias, and on-campus living if you choose. Our free shuttle takes you downtown in 20 minutes, where you can connect to public transportation anywhere in the Portland metro area. Join us at AES, for what many of our students say is the best intensive English program they have been a part of. We look forward to meeting you here in Portland!
    Laura Shier
    Director, Academic English Studies
  • CONTACT INFORMATION
  • Lewis & Clark
    Academic English Studies, MSC 125
    615 S. Palatine Hill Road
    Portland, Oregon  97219-7899  U.S.A.

    TEL: +1 (503) 768-7310 (PST)
    FAX: N/A
    E-mail: aes@lclark.edu
    Website: https://www.lclark.edu/programs/academic_english_studies/
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  • Housing
  • While attending AES, students can experience living on-campus in university dormitories. Students living on-campus will be close to classes, campus activities and other students – both American and international. About 1,000 undergraduate and most AES students live together on the Lewis and Clark campus. AES may introduce private off-campus apartments, however it is the students' responsibility to make their own arrangements. Students are encouraged to arrange housing as early as possible due to the limited amount of space available. For more information, use the Contact Address to ask the school directly.
  • Surrounding Area
  • The Lewis & Clark campus lies in a beautiful, quiet residential area 10 kilometers from downtown Portland, Oregon. Portland offers its 1.7 million residents a lively scene of arts, sports, and ethnic and cultural diversity complimented by picturesque surroundings and a temperate climate. The city of Portland boasts 1,200 acres of parks, 35 theater and dance companies, 33 music associations, more than 55 galleries and museums and more than 1,000 restaurants. Students and residents can also enjoy easy access to the ski slopes of the Cascade Mountains, year-round skiing on Mount Hood and 650 kilometers of Oregon's rugged, unspoiled coastline. Throughout the year, sports lovers can cheer on Portland's professional football, baseball, hockey and NBA basketball teams. Portland is 290 kilometers from the international, cosmopolitan city of Seattle.
  • About the College/University
  • Founded in 1867, Lewis & Clark is an academically selective four-year private institution. Lewis & Clark's liberal arts and sciences curriculum provides students structure to ensure a rich academic experience, a high degree of freedom to promote creativity and critical thinking. Lewis & Clark has a distinctive international character and has long taken pride in its commitment to enroll international students. The beautifully wooded, 133-acre campus overlooking Willamette Valley and Mount Hood is home to more than 2,000 undergraduate students from forty-eight American states and more than 50 countries around the world, in addition to over 160 faculty members. Outside of the classroom, students are actively involved in many co-curricular activities including art exhibits, theater productions, dance performances, recitals, lectures and concerts. Students can participate in the Lewis & Clark's distinguished Lewis & Clark Outdoors Program and go backpacking, rafting, skiing or sea kayaking throughout the state of Oregon.
  • Conditional Admission / Credit Courses
  • 【Pathway Admission / Credit Courses】
    Students in AES will earn 24 academic credits. These credits can be used toward their undergraduate degrees. Pathway or full admission to the university is available (for Undergraduate only).
• Study Options

  • Intensive English Program

  • Overview
  • Academic English Studies follows the Lewis & Clark semester calendar, with two, 16-week sessions per year during the fall and winter seasons. AES also offers two, 6-week intensive summer semesters. Students AESreceive 19-20 hours of class instruction per week. Additional tutoring and teacher advising is available.
    
    The AES curriculum offers 4 levels of full-time instruction including a level for academic transition to the undergraduate program. Students in the advanced levels may audit an undergraduate course with consent of their instructors. AES courses focus on integration of language skills and cover a variety of subjects. Students can take ESL content-based courses in areas such as business, social sciences, cultural communication, media, and library research skills.
    
    Small, interactive classes ensure full student participation. Class sizes range from 8 to 14 students per class. Every effort is made to keep classes at an ideal size for effective English language instruction.
  • Data

  • CLASS SIZE:	8 - 14 students
    CLASS LEVELS:	4 levels
    COURSE LENGTH:	6,12,16 Weeks
    MINIMUM AGE:	17 years old
    REQUIREMENT:	High School Diploma
    VISA INFORMATION:	I-20 issued upon request
    HOUSING:	Dormitory/On-Campus Apartment

  • Dates
  • 2023

    4 WEEKS:
    6/26 - 8/4

    16 WEEKS:
    8/29 - 12/19 Apply by 7/15

    2024

    16 WEEKS:
    1/16 - 5/2 Apply by 11/15

  • Costs

  • APPLICATION FEE

    N/A

    TUITION FEE (2023-2024)

    16 WEEKS	US$ 7,992

    HOUSING
    PLACEMENT FEE

    HOUSING FEE

    LENGTH	HOMESTAY	DORMITORY / ON-CAMPUS APARTMENT	OFF-CAMPUS RESIDENCE
    6 WEEKS	N/A	US$ 960 (estimated)	N/A
    12 WEEKS	N/A	US$ 1,920 (estimated)	N/A
    16 WEEKS	N/A	US$ 4,257 (estimated)	N/A

    Airport Pickup Service

    Yes

    Health Insurance

    US$ 1,860.50 (may be waived with proof of insurance)

  • Remarks / Other Information
  • Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
    Housing Fees do not include meals.
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• Location
  • United States　Portland, Oregon
  • Location
    Lewis & Clark
    Academic English Studies, MSC 125
    615 S. Palatine Hill Road Portland, Oregon  97219-7899  U.S.A.
  • Getting To Your School
  • From Portland International Airport:
    School provides free airport pick-up service that brings students directly to campus. It takes approximately 20 minutes. Taxis and ride apps (e.g. Uber, Lyft) are available at the airport. It will cost approximately US$30 and will arrive on campus in 20 minutes. Additionally, the campus is accessible by both train and buses that run on a limited schedule.
    
• Student Reviews

  • Academic Quality:	4.8
    School Environment:	5.0
    Helpfulness of Staff:	4.8
    Activities and Social Life:	3.8
    Accommodation:	4.8

    4.6

  • There are 5 reviews for this school

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    Milim Jeong
    [ Busan, USA, Age 23, Female ]
    
    6 of 6 people found the following review helpful.
    Highly Recommend
    

    Portland itself is very beautiful and the people are friendly to foreigners. There was no stress at all when it came to life in Portland even though it took some time to adjust to a new place. The classes are small enough so that we have plenty of chances to participate in class. The teachers are eager to get students involved in class and they are very nice. In particular, the AES office is there for you when you need help with anything. The school bulidings are clean and modern. and the surroundings are beautiful. I had hoped that the school might offer some more outdoor activities, but the school did arrange a series of activities for international students, although the participation rate was quite low since there were some students who already lived in Portland or in the USA before. However, overall, I loved it and I would highly recommend other students to study English at Lewis & Clark College.
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    Gina Hsu
    [ Kaohsiung, Taiwan, Age 22, Female ]
    
    It’s good to study here!
    

    I really like to study at Lewis & Clark College; it’s really a good school to learn English. In the beginning, I decided to study here for one semester, but at the end of the semester, I changed my mind to stay here for one more semester. The professors here help us a lot. They help us to solve every problem we have. They want us to learn more and learn something useful. Although the tuition is a little bit expensive, it is worth it. Besides, people here are really kind and friendly. They greet you even though they don’t know who you are. In addition, we have lots of outdoor activities. It’s good to study here.
    L&C is located in a mountain. It is 30 minutes from downtown. However, we have a shuttle bus to go downtown every day, and it’s free. Also, we have Max and street cars downtown. Anyway, it’s really convenient to study here!
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    學生
    [ 台北, 台灣 ]
    
    1 of 1 people found the following review helpful.
    很棒的學校，認識了很多朋友，老師們也很棒。
    暑假以來一直很想回去的。

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    tanana
    [ 北海道, 日本, Age 20, Female ]
    
    5 of 7 people found the following review helpful.
    Lewis & Clark
    

    私は夏休みを利用してこの学校に来たので、約３カ月しかいられませんでしたが、とても貴重な思い出ができました。アメリカで２番目に綺麗な大学で、自然に囲まれていてとてもよい環境で勉強できました。海外で勉強することで、自分の視野を広げられることができますし、不安もあるとは思いますが、必ず成長することができます。留学は、決断力がなければできません。これから留学を考えているみなさんは、迷わず、是非行動してみてください。将来、財産になることは間違いなしです！！

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    [ Kimhae, South Korea, Age 22, Male ]
    
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