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Host:
University of Washington
Contact:
Barbara Hansen, Director Tel: 206-685-0606 or 4260 Fax: 206-685-0608 1325 4th Ave. Suite 400, Box 358221 Seattle, WA 98101-2509 USA
Established:
1991 |
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Downtown English and Business English ProgramsDescriptionThe Downtown Intensive English Program is a small non-academic program designed to take advantage of its location in the center of the city. Language study and group projects are centered on trips around Seattle. This program is ideal for students who want to improve their practical English skills for their work or studies. The Intensive Business English Program (IBEP) for advanced level students is also available in the Downtown English Language Program.
LocationSeattle is the largest city in the Pacific Northwest. It has a mild climate year-round and is just a short drive from Vancouver, Canada. Seattle residents can enjoy hiking, skiing, professional sports, symphony, opera, film, art galleries, and music festivals.
Course InformationGeneral English: Yes
English for Academic Purposes (EAP): Yes
English for Business: Yes
Other Programs:The Intensive Business English Program (IBEP) is a 10-week business English Certificate Program for students who want to improve their ability to communicate in English in a business setting.
The Business English Internship Class (BEIC) is offered over a two-quarter period. Quarter 1 consists of a weekly three-hour seminar course that students take in addition to IBEP or BUSIP. Quarter 2 consists of an unpaid internship in a local company and another weekly seminar. For more information: www.elp.washington.edu Private Classes: No
Customised Groups: No
Maximum Class Size: 19
Average Class Size: 15
Levels:
Beginner Levels: 1
Intermediate Levels: 2
Advanced Levels: 1
Minimum Hours Required Per Week: 20
Maximum Hours Per Week: 20
Part Time Available: No
Session Length:
Autumn: September - December (11 weeks) Winter: January - March (10 weeks) Spring: March - June (10 weeks) Summer: June - August (9 weeks)
Student Origins and Enrollments
Student Origins:
Africa: 1%
Asia: 93%
Europe: 2%
Latin America: 2%
Middle East: 2%
Average Enrollments:
February: 100
July: 100
October: 100
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.
Notes on Fees:
Please see all tuition and additional fee info at: www.uwelp.net/iepdowntown/cost.shtml
Student ServicesA wide variety of social activities are available, including parties, local trips and longer trips around the country and to Canada. Students also receive weekly planners to help them organize their homework, appointments, and social activities. Educational Service OpportunitiesUW English Language Programs provides a full range of academic and immigration counseling and assistance with housing. TransportationBus transportation to the Downtown English Language Program is convenient and inexpensive. |
