American Association of Intensive English Programs
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Host:
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Contact:
Mr. Daniel Lesho, Director, CPELI
Email
Tel: 909-869-3993
Fax: 909-869-3777
3801 West Temple Ave.
Bldg. 86
Pomona, CA 91768-4030 USA
Established:
1991
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Cal Poly English Language Institute

Description

Cal Poly Pomona's English Language Institute is designed to provide superior instruction in listening, speaking (including pronunciation), reading, and writing English, and TOEFL preparation. Instruction is provided in a year-round program divided into four 10-week quarters. Every student is required to attend at least 20 hours of classes each week. There are 5 levels of instruction consisting of Beginning, Low Intermediate, Intermediate, Low Advanced, and Advanced. All of our instructors are highly qualified teachers with extensive ESL experience. The ultimate goal of the program is to help students gain the skills and confidence they need to pass the TOEFL and become successful students at American universities.

Location

Cal Poly Pomona covers 1,438 acres of rolling green hills and is the second largest in area in The California State University system. Its location is ideal for so many things, including studying, social and cultural activities, and recreation. Located less than 30 miles east of downtown Los Angeles, in the heart of sunny Southern California, Cal Poly Pomona offers the peace and serenity of a small community as well as the glamour and excitement of a cultural hub. Originally the winter ranch home of cereal magnate W.K. Kellogg, the campus retains his working Arabian horse ranch alongside rose gardens and avocado groves.

Teaching Qualifications

Master's degree in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL) or equivalent experience.

Course Information

General English: Yes
English for Academic Purposes (EAP): Yes
English for Business: Yes
Private Classes: No
Customised Groups: Yes
Maximum Class Size: 24
Average Class Size: 12
Levels:
Beginner Levels: 1
Intermediate Levels: 2
Advanced Levels: 2
We also have an additional university skills, or "Bridge", class for students planning to enter the university.
Minimum Hours Required Per Week: 20
Maximum Hours Per Week: 25
Part Time Available: No
Session Length:

10-Week Quarter Sessions

Fall Quarter: September--December

Winter Quarter: January--March

Spring Quarter: March--June

Summer Quarter: June--August 

Student Origins and Enrollments

Student Origins:
Africa: 0%
Asia: 89%
Europe: 1%
Latin America: 5%
Middle East: 5%
Average Enrollments:
February: 85
July: 105
October: 95

Facilities

Nine fully-equipped classrooms, 25-station computer lab, and faculty and staff offices in four dedicated, conveniently located buildings on Cal Poly Pomona's campus.

Fees

Fees based on a session length of 10 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: $100.00
Tuition Fees: $2,750.00 to $2,750.00
Book Fee: $100.00
Health Insurance Fee: $174.00

Accommodations

Dormitory: $2,300--3,500/Quarter
Apartment: $1,320--1,950/Quarter

Student Services

Many off-campus field trips (Disneyland, Universal Studios, the beach, the mountains, etc.) are offered each quarter. Conversation Club is available after class 4 days a week. Student computer lab is open daily.

Educational Service Opportunities

Academic advising and college placement information is available on a daily basis. Students in the fifth level of instruction participate in a four-unit academic class.  Bridge class participants may take up to eight units of university credits per quarter.

Transportation

Cal Poly Pomona is located 45 minutes from the Los Angeles International Airport.

Affiliations

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona

Application Information

Students must send an application, a $100 application fee, financial statement, and a copy of their passport. Overseas applicants should apply 6-8 weeks before the starting date of the desired quarter.

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