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Host:
University of Hartford
Contact:
Ms. Martha Crane, Director Tel: 860-768-4129 Fax: 860-768-5258 200 Bloomfield Avenue AU 220 West Hartford, CT 06117-1599 USA
Established:
1974 |
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English Language Institute
DescriptionThe English Language Institute (ELI) of the University of Hartford offers a comprehensive academic program designed for international students who need to improve their English language skills before starting their studies at an American college or university, particularly the University of Hartford. Committed to giving students the best English instruction, the ELI uses the most current textbooks, supplementary materials and instructional techniques available in the field of language learning. The faculty of the English Language Institute hold advanced degrees in English, linguistics or related fields and have considerable experience in teaching English as a Second Language. Students receive 25 hours of instruction per week, Monday through Friday, in the classroom and the audio/video Resource Center. Courses emphasize oral/aural skills, reading comprehension, vocabulary development, grammar usage and writing skills development. Supplementary help is available through computer-assisted language learning.
LocationConnecticut is home to many of Fortune magazine's 500 largest American industrial companies. Hartford,the capital of Connecticut, is the fourth largest U.S. financial services center,and is known as the "insurance capital of the world". It is a mid-size city(about 125,000 inhabitants in a metropolitan area of more than one million) located in scenic New England. The major business centers of Boston and New York are about two hours from the University. Connecticut enjoys a temperate -zone climate with variable weather conditions. Students should come prepared for winter temperatures that average between 19 and 35 degrees Fahrenheit and summer temperatures that average between 60 and 83 degrees Fahrenheit.
Teaching QualificationsThe faculty of the English Language Institute hold advanced degrees in English, linguistics or related fields. All have considerable experience in teaching English as a Second Language.
Course InformationGeneral English: Yes
English for Academic Purposes (EAP): Yes
English for Business: Yes
Other Programs:TOEFL prep ESL/Graduate Business English ( 4 week summer course) Advanced Business Course
Private Classes: Yes
Customised Groups: Yes
Maximum Class Size: 16
Average Class Size: 12
Levels:
Beginner Levels: 0
Intermediate Levels: 2
Advanced Levels: 2
Business English and Graduate level courses offered.
Minimum Hours Required Per Week: 22
Maximum Hours Per Week: 25
Part Time Available: Yes
Session Length:
Fall & Spring sessions - September and late January Summer sessions: late May and early July (6-week sessions)
Student Origins and Enrollments
Student Origins:
Africa: 0%
Asia: 35%
Europe: 20%
Latin America: 20%
Middle East: 25%
Average Enrollments:
February: 45
July: -5
October: 55
FacilitiesStudents at the ELI may use the indoor or outdoor swimming pools, the lighted tennis courts or other recreational equipment and participate in activities at the University's sports center.
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.
AccommodationsHousing for non-matriculated ELI students is normally not available on the main campus. Should a student wish to live on campus, that student must wait for space-available and a first come, first served basis. On-campus housing is available for ELI students during the summer sessions. The ELI office will assist international students who are looking for apartments off campus. The office will facilitate the names, addresses and telephone numbers of apartment complexes which cater to the University of Hartford students. Students are responsible for all financial and legal terms of renting an apartment. Student Servicesacademic counseling, academic placement, campus orientation, cross-cultural activities, field trips, housing assistance, international student adviser, personal/cultural counseling, recreational activities, visa/tax counseling, health services Educational Service Opportunitiesacademic advising for students accepted at the University of Hartford. Application Information1. Complete the Application for Admission, enclose the following items, and return them to the address below. Please print in BLOCK LETTERS or use a typewriter.(can be downloaded from website) Application fee: $55 U.S (non-refundable). Please enclose a bank check drawn on a bank in the U.S or through a bank in your home country, which has an account with an F.D.I.C. bank in the United States. An International Money Order is also acceptable. A Euro check is not acceptable. Make check or money order payable to the University of Hartford. Guarantor's Statement of Financial Support: Please complete the statement and attach an official Bank Statement or government affidavit of support. (can be downloaded from our website) c.If you have taken the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), please submit a photocopy of your official TOEFL Score Report. d.If you have completed any university study, please send copies of your transcript to the ELI office. 2. Mail to: ENGLISH LANGUAGE INSTITUTE University of Hartford 200 Bloomfield Avenue West Hartford, CT 06117 USA Tel: (860) 768-4129 Fax: (860) 768-5258 3. No financial aid is available for ELI students. 4.I-20 Forms: When all of the above documents have been received, an I-20 form (Certificate of Eligibility for student visa) will be sent to you. 5. PLEASE NOTE THAT ADMISSION TO THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE INSTITUTE DOES NOT CONSTITUTE ADMISSION TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HARTFORD. IF YOU ARE CONSIDERING STUDYING IN A DEGREE PROGRAM AT THE UNIVERSITY OF HARTFORD YOU MUST REQUEST INFORMATION AND AN APPLICATION FORM FROM THE OFFICE OF ADMISSIONS AND FINANCIAL AID, BATES HOUSE, UNIVERSITY OF HARTFORD, 200 BLOOMFIELD AVENUE, WEST HARTFORD, CT 06117 USA. |
