Host:
The University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Contact:
Dr. David H. Parsons, Director Tel: 336-334-4700 Fax: 336-334-4701 P.O. Box 26170 Greensboro, NC 27402-6170 USA
Established:
1997 
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INTERLINK Language CenterDescriptionAcademic preparation, Cultural orientation, Curriculum focuses on English in actual usage, not rules. Computer skills. Five-level curriculum for graduate and undergraduates, as well as business professionals. Opportunities to audit or take credit classes. Conditional admission to UNCG (and other universities) for undergraduate and graduate programs prior to or during enrollment at INTERLINK.
LocationUNCG, one of the 16 campuses of the University of North Carolina, is located in a quiet, residential area about two miles from downtown Greensboro. The university has Doctoral and Masters programs, as well as undergraduate programs. The MBA program, School of Nursing, School of Education, School of Music, and Sports Science programs are especially good. UNCG has an excellent soccer team. Greensboro is a family-oriented small city, safe, midway between beaches and mountains, with good airline connections.
Teaching QualificationsAll are full-time with Masters or doctorate in TESL or related field; teaching experience inside and outside the U.S.; all have studied a second language.
Course InformationGeneral English: Yes
English for Academic Purposes (EAP): Yes
English for Business: No
Other Programs:Executive English for individuals or small groups; Customized Teacher Training for groups.
Private Classes: Yes
Customised Groups: Yes
Maximum Class Size: 15
Average Class Size: 9
Levels:
Beginner Levels: 0
Intermediate Levels: 3
Advanced Levels: 2
Students often place in different levels for different skills.
Minimum Hours Required Per Week: 20
Maximum Hours Per Week: 23
Part Time Available: Yes
Session Length:
Nine week terms: Start in January, March, May, August, and October. Students usually complete one of the five levels in each nine-week term.
Student Origins and Enrollments
Student Origins:
Africa: 10%
Asia: 30%
Europe: 5%
Latin America: 15%
Middle East: 40%
Average Enrollments:
February: 85
July: 75
October: 85
FacilitiesFull access to UNCG facilities for all students--recreation center, computer labs in every classroom bldg., student health center, library, new student center, media center with video library.
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, $40. $100 refundable security deposit required. No charge for on-campus or private dorm placement. $300 homestay refundable security deposit. No charge for help with university application.
Notes on Fees:
Fees for nine-week term are: Tuition, UNCG fee (covers access to all campus facilities), and health insurance, $2990. Fees payable during first days of each term.
AccommodationsDormitory: $1685
Homestay: $1350
Apartment: $1100-2000
Housing fees above are for nine weeks. Off-campus apartments with private bedroom and shared kitchen, living room, etc. are available for $450 to 700 per month. Apartments usually require 6 month to one year lease, or require higher rent for shorter stay. Student ServicesAirport pick-up, on-campus housing reservations, help with off-campus housing location, college advising, and orientation to the campus and the area are provided by INTERLINK. UNCG has field trips, weekly campus activities, outings. Private local organizations host picnics, offer trips during terms and over breaks. Educational Service OpportunitiesStudents have access to library, computers, chance to audit classes, participate in student organizations. Academic advising is provided, and students taking classes along with English can use the Writing Center. TransportationAir, rail, taxis, and intra-city bus service. Local bus service and campus to campus bus service is free with student ID during academic year (not in summer). |
