American Association of Intensive English Programs
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Host:
Hunter College, City University of New York
Contact:
Alison Rice, Director
Email
Tel: 212-772-4292
Fax: 212-772-5722
695 Park Avenue
East Building, 10F
New York, NY 10065 USA
Established:
1977
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International English Language Institute

Description

Hunter is a 4-year college, part of The City University of NY. We are located in Manhattan, near Central Park. We offer full-time and part-time ESL programs from beginner through advanced levels. The IELI mission is to equip students with the language and cultural skills they will need to participate confidently in academic, social, and professional settings in the United States. Courses are designed to develop both fluency and accuracy. Our highly experienced teachers use multimedia, Hunter College facilities and New York City's cultural resources to provide our students with an excellent educational experience. Students who complete level 8, may apply for undergraduate admission to a CUNY school without taking the TOEFL, provided they meet all other university requirements.

Location

Lexington Avenue and 68th Street, New York City.

Teaching Qualifications

All instructors hold a Master's degree in TESOL or a related field. All have extensive teaching experience. Many have taught abroad.

Course Information

General English: Yes
English for Academic Purposes (EAP): Yes
English for Business: No
Other Programs:

We offer TOEFL preparation year-round. Our program stresses English for Academic Purposes, to prepare students for undergraduate or graduate degrees.

The ELT Institute offers professional development 'refresher' seminars for teachers of EFL during the summer and on-line.

Private Classes: Yes
Customised Groups: Yes
Maximum Class Size: 22
Average Class Size: 16
Levels:
Beginner Levels: 1
Intermediate Levels: 4
Advanced Levels: 3
Our most advanced classes prepare students for college level writing, reading and research.
Minimum Hours Required Per Week: 18
Maximum Hours Per Week: 24
Part Time Available: Yes
Session Length:
Five eight-week sessions per year, including the summer. Four-week part-time courses in June and July. July four-week "Language and NYC Culture" program

Student Origins and Enrollments

Student Origins:
Africa: 1%
Asia: 40%
Europe: 15%
Latin America: 25%
Middle East: 5%
Average Enrollments:
February: 650
July: 500
October: 650

Facilities

We are located at the Hunter College main campus. Our students have use of the library and all computer and athletic facilities. We are centrally located in in the heart of Manhattan, surrounded by NYC's shopping and cultural institutions.

Fees

Fees 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.

Application Fee: $60.00
Tuition Fees: $125.00 to $740.00
Book Fee: $50.00
Other Required Fee: $60.00
Notes on Fees:
Application fee for I-20's is non-refundable. Other fees include registration and testing. We use the TOEIC test for placement and students receive an official certificate from ETS.

Accommodations

Students are given a list of housing options.

Student Services

Immigration counseling, academic and personal counseling,  pre-departure and on-site orientation Day trips to interesting sites outside of NYC. Walking tours, theater, and concerts.

Educational Service Opportunities

Volunteer programs for student participation

Transportation

Subway (#6 train), NYC buses

Affiliations

AAIEP, UCIEP, NAFSA, TESOL, One to World

Application Information

I-20 application forms are available for downloading from our website.

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