Host:
Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis
Contact:
Ms. Kim Bassler, Center Director Tel: 317-274-2371 Fax: 317-274-2367 151 West Ohio Street, Suite 120 Indianapolis, IN 46204 USA
Established:
1977 
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ELS Language Centers/IndianapolisDescriptionELS offers two Intensive English Programs of study to meet your needs: General English and English for Academic Purposes. ELS offers a Semi Intensive and American Explorer program for those students who wish fewer than 30 hours a week of English study. Now you can decide what you want to study and select the program that best fits your needs and goals. Both intensive programs of study use the proven communicative approach to language learning. This approach makes for lively, interactive classes with a wide range of activities. These will challenge your abilities and allow you to have fun while developing all language skills. Courses for both programs meet for 30 lessons per week, so you are certain to learn quickly. With these programs of study to choose from, you tell us where you want your English to take you, and we will help get you there.
No matter which program a student selects, ELS will provide placement testing upon arrival, and place the student in one of our 12 proficiency levels (Levels 101 through 112). Depending on the program, each level consists of 15 to 30 class hours weekly of teacher-led instruction. Each session is four weeks in duration. Each level includes class work, individualized tasks in the Language Technology Center, homework, quizzes, written essays and a final level test. Classroom participation is an important part of our program. At the end of each 4-week session, those students who have successfully met the requirements for that level will progress to the next ELS level of study and immediately begin the new session. Students can begin their ELS program on any one of the 26 starting dates each year and can choose to study for any number of 4-week sessions. Those students who complete Level 112 of the intensive English for Academic Purposes program will receive our Level 112 Certificate of Completion. This official document is accepted as proof of English proficiency for admission at more than 650 colleges and universities in the USA and Canada.
Location
Indianapolis, which is the state capital of Indiana, has a reputation for safety, a low cost of living, cleanliness, world-class sports and hospitality. These qualities attract many international students, visitors and businesses to America's Heartland. The ELS Indianapolis Center is located downtown and a short 3-minute walk to shopping, business, sporting events and cultural attractions. ELS Language Centers/Indianapolis is affiliated with Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis, which offers more than 300 degree programs, from associate degrees, to undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees. In addition, ELS students can participate in an IUPUI American Business Communication Certificate Program, offered year round (additional fee required).
Course InformationGeneral English: Yes
English for Academic Purposes (EAP): Yes
English for Business: No
Other Programs:Semi-intensive (20 hours of General English) and American Explorer (15 hours of General English for non-student visa holders)
Private Classes: Yes
Customised Groups: Yes
Maximum Class Size: 15
Average Class Size: 12
Levels:
Beginner Levels: 3
Intermediate Levels: 3
Advanced Levels: 3
Also 3 Masters levels.
Minimum Hours Required Per Week: 20
Maximum Hours Per Week: 30
Part Time Available: Yes
Session Length:
Four weeks.
FacilitiesTuition includes access to the facilities and many activities of Indiana University – Purdue University Indianapolis, which includes the library / computer center, and sport facilities. On-campus sport facilities include a gym, in-door swimming pool, weight / fitness room, baseball field, basketball courts, and soccer field.
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:
· A housing deposit of $200 is required if ELS arranges housing. · Airport pickup is available at an additional charge. · Student health insurance must be purchased if proof of valid insurance coverage cannot be provided. AccommodationsHomestay: $850
Apartment: $1350
Accommodation rates are subject to change. A housing deposit of US $200 is required only if ELS Language Centers is arranging your accommodation. The staff can also help with finding a private off-campus apartment. Many long-term students prefer this option to save additional money. Several apartments' complexes surround the IUPUI campus and ELS Center. Average cost for a furnished two-bedroom apartment is $950 - 1200. Student ServicesBefore applying to ELS Language Centers, students can contact a local counseling agent in their city/country by going to www.els.edu. Upon arrival, students will have access to the Center's international student advising team for counseling services. The advising team provides a wide range of services that include airport pickup, assistance with housing, cultural orientation, help with immigration matters, college admissions counseling, and sponsorship of a variety of social and recreational activities Educational Service Opportunities
Nearly 650 colleges, universities and career schools in the U.S. accept completion of the ELS Intensive English program in place of the TOEFL. University placement services are provided, and students may earn university credit based on their ELS study upon enrolling at select partner institutions. A listing of ELS partner schools is available at www.UniversityGuideOnline.org . TransportationThere is public transportation in Indianapolis called IndyGo. Their website is www.indygo.net. Homestay students are on the bus line and the bus stop is a ½ block away from the Center. Taxi service is available. Application Information
Application must be accompanied by certification that sufficient funds will be available to meet both living expenses and tuition expenses. Prospective students may apply on-line at http://apply.els.com. |
