Agape English Language Institute (AELI)
Intensive English Program (IEP) [Columbia, South Carolina]
HIGHLIGHTS
- AELI is an ideal program for students preparing for university studies. Conditional admissions (No TOEFL) with several local schools and universities.
- Intensive English with caring teachers and southern hospitality
- Two attractive center locations in South Carolina and safe American homestays available
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- Information
- About the ESL Program
- Founded in 1993, the Agape English Language Institute (AELI) is a unique English program that provides many opportunities for international students. AELI’s goal is to give students the necessary English language and cultural skills that will enable them to reach their social, academic and professional goals in the United States or back in their home country. Students can improve their English and experience real Southern hospitality. Agape teachers help students to improve their English listening, speaking, reading and writing skills as well as their grammatical awareness. The Agape curriculum is designed to advance students from a beginner level of English to a proficiency that will allow them to succeed at university. Located in two different locations in the beautiful state of South Carolina, AELI students can choose to study in Columbia, next to the largest university in South Carolina, or in Greenville, a beautiful, green mountain city. Both centers are unique and have much to offer. AELI offers an intensive program that will benefit students in a variety of ways. The Agape English Language Institute (AELI) is proud to be accredited by ACCET (www.accet.org) (The Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training). http://aeliusa.com/summer/
- Fast Facts
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Affiliation : Private English School
Establishment : 1993
Membership/Accreditation : ACCET/SEVP
Enrollment : 90
Average Class Size : 9 - 10
Airport Pickup : Available from School
Tuition : Low
Community Type : Urban
Transportation : Bus, Taxi, Uber - A Message from School
Hi Future Student! At Agape, you’ll find a family and a home where teachers are striving to teach you English and students are your friends in learning. We are a great English institute, but we are more than that! Our goal is to also open our hearts and lives to our honored guests, and provide for them an experience that will be a warm memory as the years go by.
Tim Carroll, Local Director
Agape English Language Institute- CONTACT INFORMATION
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Agape English Language Institute
1600 Park Circle, Unit 116
Columbia, South Carolina 29201 U.S.A. -
- More Details
- Housing
- AELI provides students with the opportunity to enjoy a homestay experience or live in off-campus residences. All students who come to study at AELI are encouraged to choose an American host family for housing. As a general rule, those who take advantage of this option learn noticeably more quickly than those who live in an apartment. AELI requires that all host families have a good moral reputation and a history of interest and concern for international students. Staying with a host family means that the student will have their own private room, countless opportunities to practice English, and a safe and healthy environment in which to live and study. Students are encouraged to make their housing arrangements as early as possible due to the limited amount of space available. Private off-campus apartments may also available; however students must make their own arrangements. For more information, use the Contact Address to ask the school directly.
- Surrounding Area
- The Agape English Language Institute has two centers available for students. One campus is located in Columbia, South Carolina's capital city that is home to more than 500,000 people. As a city rich in history and tradition, Columbia is a friendly, safe community that regularly welcomes students and visitors from around the world with true "Southern Hospitality." Columbia actively supports a thriving cultural arts community with its many theaters, galleries, dance companies, orchestras, and art schools. Outdoor enthusiasts go boating, fishing and swimming at nearby Lake Murray, try golfing on one of the 20 resort-quality golf courses, or enjoy watching the local football, basketball, baseball or hockey teams. Columbia is centrally located in the South Carolina state and is only a 3-hour drive from the famously beautiful Blue Ridge and Great Smoky Mountains, and the pristine sandy beaches of the Atlantic Ocean. A second campus is located in Greenville, one of the fastest growing cities in the state of South Carolina. Located roughly equidistant between Atlanta, Georgia and Charlotte, North Carolina, and with a population over 100,000 people, Greenville is the largest city in the Upstate, and offers many activities and attractions. Greenville’s theaters and event venues regularly host major concerts and touring theater companies. Many students choose AELI because it is very close to some very good local colleges and universities. Among these institutions are the University of South Carolina and Clemson University. Overall, both Columbia and Greenville enjoy a warm, comfortable climate throughout the year.
- Study Options
Intensive English Program (IEP)
- Overview
- The Intensive English Program (IEP) provides 21 class hours a week to help students English listening, speaking, reading and writing skills as well as grammatical awareness. IEP is offered 5 times a year in 9-week sessions. 6 levels are available from Beginner to Advanced. In addition to classes focused on core English skills, students will also take additional classes devoted to topics such as Pronunciation and Slang as well as TOEFL Preparation. Upon arrival at Agape, all students will take three placement tests that will determine what level you will begin in each of your classes. All teachers at Agape are certified to teach English as a second language and a majority also have a Master’s degree in TESOL. Students who pass level 5 in each of their classes are guaranteed admission at a select group of universities as long as they meet other admission requirements. In addition to academic work, trips are offered to Washington D.C., Atlanta, Georgia, Orlando, Florida, the Smoky Mountains and other exciting destinations. Class sizes are small averaging 9-10 students and emphasize maximum attention for students to improve overall learning and results.
- Data
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CLASS SIZE: 9 -10 Students CLASS LEVELS: 6 Levels COURSE LENGTH: 9,18,27,36 Weeks MINIMUM AGE: 16 Years Old REQUIREMENT: None VISA INFORMATION: I-20 Issued Upon Request HOUSING: Homestay
Off-Campus Residence - Dates
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2024
20259 WEEKS: 8/5 - 10/4 10/14 - 12/13 9 WEEKS: 1/6 - 3/7 3/17 - 5/16 - Costs
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- APPLICATION FEE
- US$ 100
- TUITION FEE (2024)
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9 WEEKS US$ 2,300 18 WEEKS US$ 4,600 27 WEEKS US$ 6,900 36 WEEKS US$ 9,200 - HOUSING
PLACEMENT FEE - US$ 100 (Homestay ONLY)
- HOUSING FEE
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LENGTH HOMESTAY DORMITORY / ON-CAMPUS APARTMENT OFF-CAMPUS RESIDENCE 9-36 WEEKS US$ 2,300 Per Session N/A US$ 600-800 Per Month - Airport Pickup Service
- Free Airport Pickup Provided - Send Arrival Details to School
- Remarks / Other Information
- Dates and fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
Application fee is non-refundable.
Homestay fees include meals. -
- Location
United States Columbia and Greenville, South Carolina-
Location
Agape English Language Institute
1600 Park Circle, Unit 116 Columbia, South Carolina 29201 U.S.A. - Getting To Your School
- From Columbia Metropolitan Airport:
School provides a free pick up service that brings students directly to campus in approximately 10 minutes.
From Greenville/Spartanburg (GSP) Airport:
School provides a free pick up service that brings students directly to campus in approximately 25 minutes.
- Student Reviews
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Academic Quality: 5.0 School Environment: 4.2 Helpfulness of Staff: 5.0 Activities and Social Life: 4.6 Accommodation: 3.0 4.7
- There are 5 reviews for this school
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Lia
[ Carrè, Italy, Age 63, Female ]
9 of 12 people found the following review helpful.Like I Was In a FamilyI learned a lot because all the teachers are really good, available and competent. They organize meetings with other people, games, and other things. I felt like I was in a family. I recommend everyone to study in this school.
A Former Student
[ Sao paulo, Brasil, Age 52, Female ]
Alexsandra Kanitz
[ RS, Brazil, Age 44, Female ]
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Estudiante Anterior
[ Bogotá, Colombia, Age 17, Male ]
17 of 17 people found the following review helpful.Excelente academiaCalifique 5 en todo porque superó mis expectativas, aprendí mucho más de lo que creí en tan poco tiempo y el calor humano es acogedor.
Lida
[ Cali, Colombia, Age 41, Female ]
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Hi Future Student! At Agape, you’ll find a family and a home where teachers are striving to teach you English and students are your friends in learning. We are a great English institute, but we are more than that! Our goal is to also open our hearts and lives to our honored guests, and provide for them an experience that will be a warm memory as the years go by.
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