Host:
Arapahoe Community College
Contact:
Ms. Shirlaine Castellino, Director Tel: 303-797-0100 Fax: 303-797-0127 5900 South Santa Fe Drive Littleton, CO 80120 USA
Established:
1979 
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Spring International Language CenterDescriptionThe intensive English program consists of 23 hours of instruction per week focusing on grammar, reading, writing, listening and speaking. In addition, students may choose from a variety of courses such as TOEFL Preparation, Accent Reduction, Computer Lab, Reading Lab, Conversation, Current Issues, and others.
LocationSpring International Language Center is located on the campus of Arapahoe Community College, Littleton, Colorado, just 12 miles from downtown Denver. The campus provides an excellent view of the Rocky Mountains.
Teaching QualificationsM.A. in English as a Second Language, Linguisitcs, or other appropriate field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience (M.A. work in progress, graduate coursework in TESL, and relevant teaching experience)
Course InformationGeneral English: Yes
English for Academic Purposes (EAP): Yes
English for Business: Yes
Other Programs:Vacation/English during the summer months. Executive English. TOEFL Preparation.
Private Classes: Yes
Customised Groups: Yes
Maximum Class Size: 18
Average Class Size: 14
Levels:
Beginner Levels: 2
Intermediate Levels: 2
Advanced Levels: 2
Minimum Hours Required Per Week: 23
Maximum Hours Per Week: 23
Part Time Available: No
Session Length:
9-week sessions starting Jan, Mar, May, Aug, Oct.
Student Origins and Enrollments
Student Origins:
Africa: 5%
Asia: 5%
Europe: 5%
Latin America: 5%
Middle East: 80%
Average Enrollments:
February: 140
July: 140
October: 140
FacilitiesOffices are located in the Main Building of Arapahoe Community College. Classes are held on the campus of Arapahoe Community College. Students have access to a computer lab and all campus facilities, including the library, gym, sports facilities, cafeteria, student lounge, and campus events.
FeesFees based on a session length of 9 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:
There are no additional fees. Airport pickup, housing placement, and university placement are included in the fees above.
Notes on Fees:
Tuition costs are $2800 for a nine-week session. In addition, students pay a $100 student services fee, which provides a campus ID card and allows students to use all campus facilities.
AccommodationsHomestay: $650
Hotel: $80
The homestay fee is $650 per month and it includes breakfast and dinner. Students purchase their lunch at the college cafereria. Student ServicesSupport services include airport pickup, assistance with housing, homestays with American families, and social and cultural activities on campus and in the community. Educational Service OpportunitiesStudents enrolled in the upper levels of Spring International may take 1 or 2 college classes at Arapahoe Community College. Students completing the advanced level are accepted into the University of Colorado Denver, Colorado School of Mines, Arapahoe Community College or other community colleges in the area without a TOEFL score. College/university placement assistance is provided to those who need it. Also, conditional admission is available to interested students. TransportationThe campus is served well by the Denver metropolitan area bus system and the Light Rail System. Downtown Denver is just 20 minutes from the college by train. Denver International Airport has daily flights to and from all major cities in the United States. |
