Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)

English Language Center (ELC) [Rochester, New York]

HIGHLIGHTS

• Information
  • About the ESL Program
  • Established in 1979, the English Language Center (ELC) prepares non-native English speakers with the academic abilities, language skills and cultural orientation required to succeed at an American university. While receiving high quality, caring instruction from professional ELC instructors, students develop their grammar, reading, writing, conversation, vocabulary and test-taking skills in order to actively participate in University classes and American daily life. ELC students utilize language laboratories to further improve their English skills in addition to their challenging classroom instruction. The ELC frequently organizes trips and activities for their students to visit Niagara Falls, museums, and concerts, go on picnics and barbeques in nearby parks, explore Lake Ontario's beaches, and enjoy snow skiing and ice skating. Students have full access to RIT's library, the student health center, computer laboratories with Internet access, and sports facilities including the latest exercise equipment, an Olympic-size pool, tennis courts, and an indoor ice skating rink. The ELC is a proud member of UCIEP, a U.S. consortium of University and College Intensive English Programs known for its high professional standards and quality English language instruction.
  • Fast Facts
  • Affiliation : Private University
    Establishment : 1979
    Membership/Accreditation : UCIEP, EnglishUSA / CEA
    Enrollment : 50 - 100
    Average Class Size : 8 - 12
    

    Airport Pickup : Available from School
    Tuition : Medium
    Community Type : Suburban
    Transportation : Bus
  • A Message from School
  • Greetings from Rochester, New York!
    We are pleased to have the opportunity to tell you about our program here at ApplyESL.com. If you are looking for a wonderful American university experience, RIT's English Language Center (ELC) is the place for you. Live on a safe, beautiful, modern campus recognized as one of the top universities. Learn from professors who have master's degrees and study in-class for 20 hours per week with 5 hours of elective classes. Outside of the classroom, visit the majestic Niagara Falls, enjoy using RIT's indoor ice skating rink, tennis courts, swimming pool and weight room.
    The ELC Team is looking forward to helping you have a wonderful experience in Rochester, New York. Please join us!
    
    Stan Van Horn, Director
    English Language Center (ELC)
    Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)
  • CONTACT INFORMATION
  • Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)
    English Language Center
    28 Lomb Memorial Drive
    Rochester, New York  14623-5604  U.S.A.

    TEL: +1 (585) 475-6684
    FAX: +1 (585) 475-5330
    E-mail: jaselc@rit.edu
    Website: https://www.rit.edu/studentaffairs/elc/full-time-intensive
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  • Housing
  • While attending the ELC, students have the opportunity to live in on-campus university dormitories. Students living in university housing have a chance to interact with native English speakers and they may be assigned to an American roommate. Older students or students with families typically live in RIT-owned apartments. Students are encouraged to arrange housing as early as possible due to the limited amount of space available. The ELC will arrange student housing after receiving their applications.
  • Surrounding Area
  • The Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) campus is located in the town of Henrietta, a suburb of the city of Rochester, nestled in the western part of New York State. As the fourth-largest exporting city in the United States, Rochester is prominently known as home to Eastman Kodak Company, the Xerox Corporation and Bausch & Lomb. Rochester's industries have continually been closely linked with RIT's academic programs and progress. With over 700,000 residents, Rochester offers innumerable cultural attractions including the International Museum of Photography, the Rochester Museum and Science Center, the Memorial Art Gallery, the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra and many performing theater groups. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy exploring Rochester's nearby Letchworth State Park and the Erie Canal to go biking, hiking, camping, swimming, sailing, fishing, skiing or to play golf. For those who like to explore the surrounding areas, Rochester is approximately 585 kilometers from New York City, 300 kilometers from the metropolitan city of Toronto, Canada and a one and a half-hour drive to Niagara Falls, one of the world's natural wonders.
  • About the College/University
  • Founded in 1829, Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) is a private institution with a strong orientation towards professional and technological career training. The U.S. News & World Report regularly recognizes RIT as one of the top comprehensive universities in the North for academic reputation and as one of the United States' "Best College Values." RIT is comprised of 8 colleges including Applied Science and Technology, Business, Computing and Information Sciences, Engineering, Imaging Arts and Sciences, Liberal Arts, Science, and the National Technical Institute for the Deaf. RIT's picturesque, modern 1,300-acre campus is home to more than 18,000 undergraduate and graduate students from all 50 American states and more than 90 different countries around the world, and over 870 full-time faculty members. Offering bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees in more than 200 areas of specialization, RIT also encourages its students to participate in more than one of the 150 clubs and organizations available on-campus. Over 50 percent of RIT students participate in 12 intramural sports teams, ranging from flag football to golf. Students enjoy using RIT's state-of-the-art facilities including multi-purpose courts, a fitness center, indoor and outdoor tracks, an Olympic-sized swimming pool, a weight room, an ice arena, and tennis courts.
    
  • Conditional Admission / Credit Courses
  • Advanced-level students often have the opportunity to enroll in one to two academic courses while studying at the English Language Center.
• Study Options

  • Full-Time Intensive English Program

  • Overview
  • The Full-Time Intensive English Program offers two 14-week sessions during the fall and spring, and one 9-week session during the summer starting in June. Students enrolled in the Program receive at least 20 hours of in-class instruction per week.
    
    The Program offers 6 levels of English classes, from beginning to advanced. Upon students' arrival at the English Language Center, they are required to take English proficiency tests to help determine the level best-suited to their ability. At the end of each session, students who have completed all course requirements with at least a C average are awarded a certificate of completion. Students in all levels of instruction develop their grammar, reading, writing, conversation, and vocabulary skills in order to prepare themselves for future academic study in a university environment. Intermediate and advanced-level students have the opportunity to select elective courses to study topics such as TOEFL preparation, listening comprehension, pronunciation, lecture note-taking, presentation skills and understanding academic lectures, American culture, and writing research papers. Students in the advanced level may be granted permission to enroll in one or two RIT academic courses and earn university credit while studying at the ELC.
    
    Small, interactive classes are emphasized to ensure full student participation. Class sizes range from 8 to 12 students per class. Every effort is made to keep classes at an ideal size for effective English language instruction.
  • Data

  • CLASS SIZE:	8 - 12 Students
    CLASS LEVELS:	6 Levels
    COURSE LENGTH:	9,14 Weeks
    MINIMUM AGE:	17 Years Old
    REQUIREMENT:	High School Diploma
    VISA INFORMATION:	I-20 Issued Upon Request
    HOUSING:	Dormitory/On-Campus Apartment

  • Dates
  • 2024

    14 WEEKS:
    8/27 - 12/13

  • Costs

  • APPLICATION FEE

    US$ 150 (Non-Refundable)

    TUITION FEE (2024)

    4 WEEKS	US$ 2,184
    14 WEEKS	US$ 8,736

    HOUSING
    PLACEMENT FEE

    N/A

    HOUSING FEE

    LENGTH	HOMESTAY	DORMITORY / ON-CAMPUS APARTMENT	OFF-CAMPUS RESIDENCE
    4 WEEKS	N/A	US$ 1,804	N/A
    14 WEEKS	N/A	US$ 7,500	N/A

    Airport Pickup Service

    US$ 100 (Greater Rochester International Airport)

  • Remarks / Other Information
  • Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
    Application Fee is non-refundable.
    Housing Fee include meals.
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• Location
  • United States　Rochester, New York
  • Location
    Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)
    English Language Center
    28 Lomb Memorial Drive Rochester, New York  14623-5604  U.S.A.
  • Getting To Your School
  • From Rochester International Airport:
    School provides airport pick-up service for US$100 that brings students directly to campus. It takes approximately 15 minutes.
    
• Student Reviews

  • Academic Quality:	4.9
    School Environment:	4.1
    Helpfulness of Staff:	4.6
    Activities and Social Life:	3.6
    Accommodation:	3.7

    4.2

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    Sang Hyun
    [ Seoul, Korea, Male ]
    
    1 of 1 people found the following review helpful.
    Evaluation of ELC Programme
    

    This is a student who finished ELC English program. First of all, it is very good to learn English because students can have lots of classmates from foreign countries. Even though it was a little hard to speak high-advanced English with classmates because they came to study English just like me, it gave me a great brave heart to speak English fluently.
    
    Second, teachers and tutors are very kind. They were able to give me correct answers whenever I asked them about English and anything. Especially, I would like to thank everybody who taught me in very well-organized classes.
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    Sunjin
    [ Seoul, Korea, Female ]
    
    Perfect Environment
    

    Perfect Environment
    RIT has a beautiful campus, and good environment. Here are a few of my observations about studying abroad at ELC.
    1. The teacher you have determines a lot of your experience and it's better not to change so often.
    2. I wanted to study the TOEFL test more.
    3. Studying at any school abroad is a big investment for your future.
    The school has many advantages.
    Teachers are very kind and teach the best they can.
    Most students get together like a family.
    Overall, it's a good university and English Language Center.
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    Chia Ping
    [ Taipei, Taiwan, Female ]
    
    Nice Teachers
    

    Nice Teachers
    The teachers are nice and patient. When you have a question about life in the US or studying, they have advice and suggestions which are very useful.
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    Ya-Fang
    [ Taipei, Taiwan, Female ]
    
    1 of 1 people found the following review helpful.
    My Great Life in RIT
    

    My Great Life in RIT
    I didn't expect very much at first, but I met great friends, staff and teachers. I liked them very much and the curriculum was really nice. I had improved English a lot. I had the most fun at ELC.
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    Gabriela
    [ Guatemala City, Guatemala, Female ]
    
    Gracias ELC!
    

    Excelente es el Rochester Instititute of technology. Agradezco la acogida dada a los estudiantes de Guatemala. Sigan avanzando. Gracias.
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    Yebai
    [ Taipei, Taiwan, Male ]
    
    Friendly Teachers and Students, Nice Campus
    

    ELC has friendly teachers and students, nice campus, Lots of opportunities if you are looking for them. It's ranked one the top schools in the country. And, be prepared for it to be a little cold here in the winter time. :)
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