American Association of Intensive English Programs
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Host:
University of Tennessee
Contact:
Dr. Jim Hamrick, Director
Email
Tel: 865-974-3404
Fax: 865-974-6383
907 Mountcastle St.
Knoxville, TN 37996-3505 USA
Established:
1978
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English Language Institute

Description

The English Language Institute (ELI) is an Intensive English Program of 8 proficiency levels. Students attend classes 5 hours per day, in 8-week terms. A computer lab is available to all students in all levels. TOEFL preparation classes are available at all levels. We offer several different elective courses for our students: music, driver license test preparation, photography, etc. Counseling and tutoring are provided upon request.

Location

The University of Tennessee English Language Institute is a short drive from the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, a favorite vacation area. The University is located in Knoxville, a safe and busy university community.

Teaching Qualifications

Instructors have advanced degrees (Masters or PhD), and average 19+ years of teaching experience.

Course Information

General English: Yes
English for Academic Purposes (EAP): Yes
English for Business: No
Other Programs:

TOEFL preparation

Summer language and culture programs for groups

Private Classes: No
Customised Groups: Yes
Maximum Class Size: 19
Average Class Size: 12
Levels:
Beginner Levels: 1
Intermediate Levels: 4
Advanced Levels: 3
Minimum Hours Required Per Week: 21
Maximum Hours Per Week: 24
Part Time Available: Yes
Session Length:

8 weeks, January, March, June, August, October

4 weeks in July.

 

Student Origins and Enrollments

Student Origins:
Africa: 5%
Asia: 65%
Europe: 5%
Latin America: 10%
Middle East: 15%
Average Enrollments:
February: 80
July: 60
October: 80

Facilities

Classrooms are conveniently located, near dormitories and campus recreational facilities. Dormitory rooms are available.

Fees

Fees based on a session length of 8 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.

Application Fee: $50.00
Tuition Fees: $1,940.00 to $0.00
Book Fee: $180.00 to $180.00
Health Insurance Fee: $190.00
Other Required Fee: $250.00
Notes on Fees:
University activities fee is required.  Students must purchase University health insurance or provide proof of comparable insurance.

Accommodations

Dormitory: $900
Apartment: $1020

Dormitory and on-campus apartments are available, and convenient to ELI classes. ELI students usually live with American students in University dormitories.

Student Services

The English Language Institute provides a full program of academic and recreational activities. Students have access to all campus facilities and activities. They are also welcome to participate in activities at the International House.

Educational Service Opportunities

Students admitted to the institute are assisted in applying to appropriate graduate and undergraduate programs in the United States, including those here at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UTK).

Transportation

We provide airport pick-up and settling-in assistance to all students upon request. The institute is within walking distance of dormitories, and the university provides a trolley service.

Affiliations

University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Application Information

We have 6 terms per year-Fall I and II, Spring I and II,  Summer, and July Term. Applications are accepted year-round. Program and housing information will be sent upon request.

Students seeking conditional admission to University of Tennessee undergraduate programs must complete undergraduate application, application fee, and must have academic transcripts evaluated by a outside organization. Details on conditional admissions are at

http://admissions.utk.edu/undergraduate/apply/international.shtml

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