ELS Language Centers/La Verne

La Verne, California United States

School Introduction

La Verne is a lovely, safe and small city of 31,000, just 55 kilometers east of Los Angeles, and adjacent to the city of Pomona. The University of La Verne (ULV) campus surrounds the downtown area of La Verne. Students can walk across the street from campus classrooms to have coffee or a meal in the town. La Verne is a residential community where students will enjoy the friendly small town atmosphere.

ESL Program Introduction

This location offers group Intensive (30 lessons per week), Semi-Intensive (20 lessons per week) and American Explorer (15 lessons per week) English programs. A TOEFL iBT Prep Program (30 lessons per week) will also be offered starting September 17, 2007.

Students in the Intensive, Semi-Intensive & American Explorer English Programs offer instruction and practice in all key language skills: speaking, listening, pronunciation, vocabulary, reading & writing. The Intensive English Program also offers afternoon elective classes that focus on specific interests (such as American Idioms, American Film, Current Events and American Culture).

The comprehensive, 12-week TOEFL iBT Prep Program offers practice in reading & listening skills, writing and speaking, as well as test-taking strategies to help increase the TOEFL score.

Background Data

Number of ESL Students: 30 - 50
Average Class Size: 8
Hours per Week: 15, 20 or 30
Minimum Age: 14
Housing Options: Homestay Dormitory
School Setting: Suburban
Accreditation: ACCET (Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training)

Schedule & Fees

GENERAL ENGLISH PROGRAMS:

START DATES 2008 (every 4 weeks): January 14, February 11, March 10, April 7, May 5, June 2, June 30, July 28, August 25, September 22, October 20, November 17, December 15, 2008.

TUITION (varies by program): $1055 to $1465 per 4 weeks

Application Fee: $135 (one-time fee)
Materials & Technology Fee: $55 per session
ELS Health Insurance Plan: $95 per session

ROOM & BOARD FEES 2008 (Prices vary by option. Contact us for more information.)

PREP PROGRAM FOR THE TOEFL iBT:

START DATES: Vary from every 4 weeks to every 12 weeks, depending on option.

TUITION: $1680 (4 weeks); $3260 (8 weeks); $4890 (12 weeks), includes materials & technology fee

See above for application and health insurance fees.

Special Courses & Features

Internships or Work Experience
TOEFL Preparation Courses

Contact Info

ELS Language Centers/La Verne
University of La Verne
2232 D Street, Suite 201
La Verne, CA 91750

Tel 1-909-593-5555
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