Host:
Rochester Institute of Technology
Contact:
Dr. Stanley Van Horn, Director Tel: 585-475-6684 Fax: 585-475-5330 28A Lomb Memorial Dr. Rochester, NY 14623-5604 USA
Established:
1979 |
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English Language CenterDescriptionThe 11-week Intensive English Program provides orientation, 20 hours/week classroom instruction, and 5 hours/week in the language lab. Elective classes are offered in Pronunciation, TOEFL Preparation, Academic English, Presentation Skills, Business Communication, Computer Word Processing, among others. Students study at beginning, intermediate or advanced levels depending on their ability. Students who score high enough on English language tests may be permitted to take 1 or 2 academic courses for credit in conjunction with English.
LocationThe English Language Center is a department of the Rochester Institute of Technology and is located in the middle of the 1300-acre campus in a suburb of Rochester, New York. It is located in beautiful upstate New York, where there are many parks, lakes, and opportunities to ski in the winter and golf in the summer.
Teaching QualificationsAll instructors have master's degrees in teaching English to speakers of other languages (MATESOL) or in a related field. They also have years of experience teaching English to international students.
Course InformationGeneral English: Yes
English for Academic Purposes (EAP): Yes
English for Business: Yes
Other Programs:The ELC contracts with local and international businesses to provide customized English language training. We prepare trainees for English for technology, English for business, etc.
Private Classes: Yes
Customised Groups: Yes
Maximum Class Size: 15
Average Class Size: 10
Levels:
Beginner Levels: 3
Intermediate Levels: 3
Advanced Levels: 3
Minimum Hours Required Per Week: 20
Maximum Hours Per Week: 22
Part Time Available: Yes
Session Length:
The IEP offers 11-week programs year 'round; an eight-week program January and February, and a seven-week program July and August. Special short-term programs can also be arranged.
Student Origins and Enrollments
Student Origins:
Africa: 1%
Asia: 75%
Europe: 4%
Latin America: 7%
Middle East: 13%
Average Enrollments:
February: 100
July: 100
October: 145
FacilitiesThis beautiful, modern campus offers free computer access, free e-mail and internet access, tennis courts, indoor swimming pool, indoor ice skating, and more.
FeesFees based on a session length of 4 weeks. Fees may have changed since this information was published — check for latest information. Included means that this service is provided at no extra charge.
Optional Fees:
-Airport pickup is optional, and is $100.00 -Express mail for I20 and acceptance materials is optional, and is $42.00
Notes on Fees:
-Health Insurance is required, and covers two quarters (22 weeks). -Book expenses are estimated, and include supplies and personal expenses. -Application fee is non-refundable. -Other fees include an activities fee ($130) and a Health Center fee ($71) AccommodationsDormitory: $745
-RIT Inn - $745 -Numbers are for four weeks - cost will be more depending on length of session. - Dormitory - price is for double room. Prices vary by type of housing. Student ServicesThe University has wonderful facilities for its 13,000 students. There is a library, weight room, indoor track, indoor olympic-sized swimming pool, tennis courts, indoor ice-skating rink, and several cafeterias. There is a Health Center with two doctors, special services on immigration issues for international students and a child care center which cares for young children while parents are in classes. Educational Service OpportunitiesAdvisors help students with cultural adjustment, housing, and university admission. Advanced level students may be permitted to take one or two classes at the university for credit. Students on student visas may work on campus and enjoy university life. They live in dormitories and eat in cafeterias with American students. Students with a C average in English classes receive a certificate. TransportationThe Airport is 10 minutes by taxi from the Rochester Institute of Technology campus. Bus rides to downtown Rochester take approximately 1 hour. Shuttle buses to shopping and entertainment are provided by RIT. |
