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Host:
The University of Iowa
Contact:
Maureen Burke, Director Tel: 319-335-5630 Fax: 319-335-6037 1112 University Capitol Centre Iowa City, IA 52242-5500 USA
Established:
1980 
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Iowa Intensive English ProgramDescriptionThe Iowa Intensive English Program (IIEP)provides international students with high quality intensive English instruction and a cultural, social and academic introduction to the U.S. It focuses on improving students' grammar, writing, reading, listening comprehension, pronunciation and conversation skills.
LocationThe University of Iowa is located in Iowa City, Iowa, a quiet, midwestern community of 62,000 people. Iowa City offers all of the amenities of a modern urban center, while maintaining a friendly, small-town atmosphere. It is an academically oriented and student-friendly community. It is a four- to six-hour drive to the major urban centers of Chicago, Minneapolis, St. Louis, and Kansas City.
Teaching QualificationsAll classroom instructors are members of the University's Professional and Scientific Staff. They hold master's degrees in English as a Second Language or Applied Linguistics, and have an average of 12 years experience in teaching English as a Second Language (ESL). Many also have experience living and teaching English abroad.
Course InformationGeneral English: Yes
English for Academic Purposes (EAP): Yes
English for Business: No
Other Programs:Other courses are available to matriculated University of Iowa students.
Private Classes: No
Customised Groups: Yes
Maximum Class Size: 15
Average Class Size: 12
Levels:
Beginner Levels: 1
Intermediate Levels: 1
Advanced Levels: 1
Minimum Hours Required Per Week: 20
Maximum Hours Per Week: 20
Part Time Available: Yes
Session Length:
Fall and Spring - 16 weeks, starting in late August and January Summer - 8 weeks, starting in late May
Student Origins and Enrollments
Student Origins:
Africa: 0%
Asia: 70%
Europe: 5%
Latin America: 10%
Middle East: 15%
Average Enrollments:
February: 57
July: 50
October: 60
FacilitiesThe University of Iowa campus has 119 buildings and is located near Iowa City's downtown shopping area. UI has excellent library facilities and provides students with convenient and up-to-date technological resources (IIEP students have full access to all UI 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.
Notes on Fees:
Computer fee, activities fee, student services fee, student union fee, building fee, health fee, cultural events fee.
AccommodationsDormitory: $3331
Apartment: $500
Dormitory fee listed is for an academic year. Apartment rent is per month. |
