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Host:
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Contact:
Dr. Alan D. Lytle, Director Tel: 501-569-3468 Fax: 501-569-3581 2401 South University Ave. Stabler Hall 301 Little Rock, AR 72204-1099 USA
Established:
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Intensive English Language Program
DescriptionThe Intensive English Language Program (IELP) is a three-level university preparatory language program. Each semester has 300 hours of instruction in classes with integrated skill: reading, writing, listening, speaking, vocabulary, culture, TOEFL preparation, grammar, and pronunciation.University credit may be earned if the student is admissible to UALR. NO TOEFL is required for graduates of IELP who apply to UALR.
LocationIELP is located on the campus of the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, a metropolitan university in the capital of the state of Arkansas. Located in the south central part of the United States, Little Rock boasts a mild climate, peaceful surroundings, and breathtaking natural beauty. Students enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, swimming, fishing, boating, and water-skiing. Little Rock is driving distance to Dallas, New Orleans, Memphis, and St. Louis. Little Rock is a cosmopolitan city with small town friendliness.
Teaching QualificationsAll teachers must possess a Master's degree in TESL, second language instruction, or a related topic.
Course InformationGeneral English: No
English for Academic Purposes (EAP): Yes
English for Business: Yes
Private Classes: No
Customised Groups: Yes
Maximum Class Size: 15
Average Class Size: 13
Levels:
Beginner Levels: 1
Intermediate Levels: 1
Advanced Levels: 1
Foundations, Intermediate, and Pre-university/TOEFL Preparation
Minimum Hours Required Per Week: 10
Maximum Hours Per Week: 20
Part Time Available: Yes
Session Length:
August - 17 weeks (20 hours per week) January - 17 weeks (20 hours per week) May - 11 weeks (30 hours per week)
Student Origins and Enrollments
Student Origins:
Africa: 5%
Asia: 50%
Europe: 10%
Latin America: 20%
Middle East: 15%
Average Enrollments:
February: 0
July: 0
October: 0
FeesFees based on a session length of 4 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.
Student ServicesIELP provides both academic and nonacademic student services, such as academic advising, assistance with housing and settling-in needs, homestay placement, airport pick-up, and a Community Friend network. IELP students receive UALR ID cards and have access to all of the facilities on campus, including the library, computer labs (with free email and internet access), the Reading Lab, the Language Resource Center, the Writing Center, and the Aquatic and Fitness Centers. Educational Service OpportunitiesUALR offers conditional acceptance to academically admissible students. NO TOEFL score is necessary for IELP students who fully complete our highest level. TransportationIf the student lives in a homestay family, the Residence Hall, or an apartment near campus, then a car is not necessary. If the student lives in an apartment far from campus, local public transportation is available, but it is time-consuming and limited. |
