Seattle Central Community College

Seattle Central Institute of English
Seattle, Washington USA

School Introduction

Seattle Central Community College was chosen as the "College of the Year" by Time magazine for 2001-2002 because of its excellent programs and instruction. The Seattle area has spectacular natural scenery including Puget Sound beaches, Mt. Rainier, and Olympic National Park. There are many cultural and urban entertaiment activities. Seattle has 3 professional sports teams, including the Seattle Mariners with baseball stars Ichiro, Hasegawa, and Sasaki, local music at numerous clubs, lots of theater, opera, symphony and museums, excellent restaurants, movies & shopping, the Space Needle, and the one-of-a-kind Experience Music Project.

ESL Program Introduction

SCCC is located on Capitol Hill in safe and friendly downtown Seattle, Washington. SCCC offers a job referral service and academic scholarships for international students. It offers great opportunities to travel and explore the beautiful Pacific Northwest with our experienced activities staff. The Institute of English is one of the largest ESL programs in the US so is able to offer a wide array of programs and courses. These include the rigorous College Bridge program for those students wishing to transition into an American college or university, an Internship program for those interested in work experience,and an exciting and varied program of electives.

Background Data

Number of ESL Students: 250
Average Class Size: 15
Hours per Week: 20 (25 in the summer)
Minimum Age: 17
Issue I-20: Yes
Housing Options: Homestay Apartment
School Setting: Urban

Schedule & Fees

Summer: 6/24/2002 - 8/16/2002 (8 weeks)
Summer A: 6/24/2002 - 7/19/2002 (4 weeks)
Summer B: 7/22/2002 - 8/16/2002 (4 weeks)
Fall: 9/23/2002 - 11/27/2002 (10 weeks)
Winter: 1/13/2003 - 3/21/2002 (10 weeks)

Tuition: $2,120 (10 weeks), $1,160 (4 weeks)
Application Fee: $35
Housing: $550 per month +$250 placement fee

Special Courses & Features

Conversation Partner Program
Internships or Work Experience
TOEFL Preparation Courses

Contact Info

Seattle Central Institute of English
Seattle Central Community College
1701 Broadway
Seattle, Washington 98122

Tel 206-587-3893
Fax 206-587-3868
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