American Association of Intensive English Programs
Host:
Monterey Institute of International Studies
Contact:
Patricia Szasz, Director
Email
Tel: 831-647-3501
Fax: 831-647-6558
460 Pierce Street
Monterey, CA 93940-2658 USA
Established:
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Monterey Intensive English Programs

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Description

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT THIS PROGRAM DIRECTLY OR VISIT THE MONTEREY INSTITUTE'S WEB SITE.

Teaching Qualifications

We are affiliated with the MA TESOL program at the Monterey Institute and many of our instructors come through that affiliation.  All instructors either hold Master's degrees in TESOL or have MA's in progress.

Course Information

General English: Yes
English for Academic Purposes (EAP): Yes
English for Business: No
Private Classes: Yes
Customised Groups: Yes
Maximum Class Size: 12
Average Class Size: 6
Levels:
Beginner Levels: 1
Intermediate Levels: 1
Advanced Levels: 1
Minimum Hours Required Per Week: 18
Maximum Hours Per Week: 22
Part Time Available: Yes
Session Length:
We offer five, 8-week sessions per year.  Sessions start in January, March, June, August, and October.

Student Origins and Enrollments

Student Origins:
Africa: 1%
Asia: 71%
Europe: 6%
Latin America: 14%
Middle East: 8%

Facilities

The IESL program is housed in the Kinnoull language education building, a beautiful old building in the historical section of Monterey.  The first floor contains classrooms, while the second floor includes program offices and our ESL Cafe.

Students also have access to all the facilities of the Monterey Institute, including:

  • A library
  • Two computer labs
  • A cafeteria
  • Two student centers suitable for studying, socializing, eating, watching TV, and playing ping-pong
  • A quiet reading room
  • A prayer/meditation room
  • Recreation equipment available for checkout free of charge

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: $2,700.00 to $3,500.00
Other Required Fee: $75.00
Notes on Fees:
Other fees include a $25 technology fee and a $50 activity fee.

Accommodations

Homestay: $750 - 900/month
Apartment: $600 - 1200/month
Hotel: $30 - 150/night

Students must arrange their own housing; however, we do provide information to help students in their housing search.

Student Services

Students have access to the Monterey Institute Student Affairs Office and International Student Services.

The program includes many optional services free of charge including tutoring, advising, activities, and conversation partners.

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