Host:
Indiana University - South Bend
Contact:
Mr. Joel Zapiecki, Director Tel: 574-287-3622 Fax: 574-287-4688 1720 Ruskin Street Suite 100 South Bend, IN 46615 USA
Established:
1996 
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The Language Company - South BendDescriptionThe Language Company - South Bend, located on the campus of Indiana University South Bend, is a division of the Language Company. The regular intensive program offers nine levels of instruction five hours per day, five days per week in four-week cycles. All language skills are taught. Electives are offered in TOEFL prep, community experience, film, drama, newspaper projects, vocabulary, American culture, conversation, listening and pronunciation. University preparation courses and university placement assistance are always available.
LocationSouth Bend is a mid-sized city located in northern Indiana, just 96 miles southeast of Chicago. With a population of 255,000, South Bend area is known as a regional center for higher education, health and business services, and tourism. The cost of living is low, and the people are very friendly.
Teaching QualificationsB.A. or B.S. degree required. Teaching experience and experience working with international students.
Course InformationGeneral English: Yes
English for Academic Purposes (EAP): Yes
English for Business: Yes
Other Programs:Study Vacation Program Executive English Program Macro-Intensive Program
Private Classes: Yes
Customised Groups: Yes
Maximum Class Size: 13
Average Class Size: 7
Levels:
Beginner Levels: 3
Intermediate Levels: 3
Advanced Levels: 3
TLC-South Bend offers a quality program at an affordable price.
Minimum Hours Required Per Week: 18
Maximum Hours Per Week: 25
Part Time Available: Yes
Session Length:
Each session is four weeks long. Students may join the program any time during the year.
Student Origins and Enrollments
Student Origins:
Africa: 5%
Asia: 33%
Europe: 2%
Latin America: 20%
Middle East: 40%
Average Enrollments:
February: 60
July: 65
October: 70
FacilitiesStudents have full access to Indiana University facilities, including computer labs, language lab and sports facilities.
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.
Optional Fees:
Airport Pickup $75 (one-way) Homestay Placement $175 Institute Housing $100
Notes on Fees:
University Student Services
AccommodationsHomestay: $600
Apartment: $650
Dormitory costs represent student housing. Houses are shared or private. Student has own, private room. Student ServicesAirport pick-up service is available to all students. Students have access to language and computer labs and the school library. A variety of activities are arranged and provided for students for free or at minimal cost. Trips to Chicago and Indianapolis are offered regularly. Educational Service OpportunitiesAcademic advising is available on a daily basis. Conditional admission into some local and national colleges and universities is available. TransportationHost families provide transportation to and from school and all sponsored activities. University housing is within walking distance. City bus service runs every half hour. Taxi service is available. |
