Lethbridge College

English Language Centre
Lethbridge, Canada

School Introduction

Established in 1957, Lethbridge College welcomes over 7000 full-time students each year. Lethbridge College is located in Alberta's third largest city, and has a modern campus resting on southern Alberta's majestic coulees overlooking the Oldman River and Rocky Mountains to the west. You can begin by studying academic ESL for full or partial semesters year-round, and continue in any of over 50 certificate, diploma, degree, graduate or 2-year university transfer programs. A TOEFL score is not required if you are applying directly to ESL. Specialized, intensive group packages are also available.

ESL Program Introduction

The English Language Centre at Lethbridge College has been offering English as a Second Language (ESL) training for over 35 years. Students 18 years of age and over can study academic ESL for full or partial semesters throughout the year. Classes are small (averaging 17 students) and the Centre provides a warm family environment to students from all corners of the globe. ESL instructors are highly qualified and experienced, and work hard to provide personalized language training to all students. ESL is offered to all levels from beginner to advanced. Classes include 4 hours per day in all aspects of English language acquisition with an emphasis on language for communication. These classes are academic preparation for college and university. There are socio-cultural studies as well as local and area excursions.

Background Data

Number of ESL Students: 50 - 90
Average Class Size: 17
Hours per Week: 20
Minimum Age: 18
Housing Options: Homestay Dormitory
School Setting: Suburban
Accreditation: Languages Canada (formerly Canada Language Council)

Schedule & Fees

Semester start and end dates:
Fall: September 3 - December 19, 2008
Winter: January 5 - April 24, 2009
Spring: May 11 - July 24, 2009
Fall: September 2 - December 18, 2009

Tuition fees: (includes SA fees, Tech fees, Athletic Fee)
Fall/Winter: $3,744.40 (each semester)
Spring: $2637.58

Application Fee: $55.00
Tuition Deposit: $300.00
Residence Deposit: $300.00 (refundable)
Airport Pickup for students staying in Residence (optional): $50.00

Students may also study for a part of a semester and start at any time during the semester for a minimum of 4 weeks and a maximum of 12 weeks in Fall or Winter and 8 Weeks in Spring. The cost is $235/week and a deposit of $275 is required at the time of application.

Special Courses & Features

Teacher Training Courses

Contact Info

English Language Centre
Lethbridge College
3000 College Drive South,
Lethbridge, Alberta, T1K 1L6

Tel 403-320-6444
Fax 403-320-1401
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