Host:
University of Utah
Contact:
Valentina Inozemtseva, Director Tel: 801-581-4600 Fax: 801-585-9449 1901 E. South Campus Dr. Room 2202 Salt Lake City, UT 84112-9359 USA
Established:
1990 
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English Language InstituteDescriptionELI offers eight levels of intensive English emphasizing communication and academic skills. Courses are designed to help students enter American universities. Students completing ELI's Bridge Course can enter the Univ. of Utah conditionally without TOEFL. Classes are held on Univ. of Utah campus and students have access to facilities and public transportation. Students can work on campus.
LocationThe University of Utah, home to the 2002 Winter Olympic Games, is located in the state's capital city with a population of half a million. Salt Lake is a clean, safe city - a great place in which to live and study. It is situated at the "Crossroads of the West" within one day's drive to many amazing national parks and wilderness areas. A wide variety of recreational and cultural activities, from live theater, concerts, and a major film festival to winter skiing and summer hiking, are available close by. Utah's fine, light, powder snow attracts skiers from all over the world.
Teaching QualificationsMaster's degree in TESL or related with TESL certificate, overseas teaching experience preferred
Course InformationGeneral English: Yes
English for Academic Purposes (EAP): Yes
English for Business: No
Other Programs:TOEFL Preparation, Accent Reduction, Writing via Internet, Teen Summer Programs, Summer English and Travel, Bridge Course that replaces TOEFL requirement for University of Utah admission
Private Classes: Yes
Customised Groups: Yes
Maximum Class Size: 18
Average Class Size: 12
Levels:
Beginner Levels: 2
Intermediate Levels: 3
Advanced Levels: 3
Minimum Hours Required Per Week: 20
Maximum Hours Per Week: 20
Part Time Available: Yes
Session Length:
Eight weeks starting Jan., Mar., May, Aug., Oct. Four week sessions also available during regular sessions or at other times upon request by group organizers.
Student Origins and Enrollments
Student Origins:
Africa: 0%
Asia: 60%
Europe: 5%
Latin America: 15%
Middle East: 20%
Average Enrollments:
February: 120
July: 100
October: 140
FacilitiesUniversity campus classrooms, computer labs and libraries and ELI's digital language learning lab (for classroom as well as individual work). Athletic and recreational facilities available.
FeesFees 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.
Optional Fees:
Homestay one-time placement fee: $180
Notes on Fees:
Fees are for full-time study in our regular intensive program - eight week sessions at $1,700 each. Books and health insurance fees are estimates. For continuing students discounts may be available.
AccommodationsDormitory: $350-450
Homestay: $600
Apartment: $300-800
Cooperative: $100-400
Hotel: $500-1,000
Fees are monthly and depend on level of accomodation. Dormitory fees do not include mandatory meal plans which are around $350 per month. ELI does not arrange housing. Students must contact the Office of HOusing and Residential Education for Dormitories and the homestay company for Host Family placement (information on ELI's website). Apartment, cooperative and hotel accomodations are arranged by the students themselves. Student ServicesStudents receive a university ID card which entitles them to university privileges such as use of library, computer and language labs, discounts on movies, concerts, and city bus/rail passes. Students can also join the campus recreation facilities center for a nominal fee. ELI program activities include field trips, parties, and trips to scenic areas within the state. Educational Service OpportunitiesAcademic, cross-cultural, and visa status counseling is provided. Individualized academic programs for prospective graduate students available. Matriculated students may receive credit-equivalency for ELI classes. TransportationCity bus and light rail service is available at a reduced cost with university ID; free shuttle buses operate on campus. Application InformationStudents must send an application, $65 non-refundable application fee, financial statement showing a balance of $6,600 (estimated expenses for two eight-week sessions), and a copy of passport picutre page. Financial sponsors must sign Univ.'s affidavit of support. Transfer students must follow regular students' application requirements and submit a transfer form from their current school. |
