American Association of Intensive English Programs
Host:
University of New Mexico
Contact:
Dr. Paul Edmunds, Director
Email
Tel: 505-277-4032
Fax: 505-277-1867
2111 Mesa Vista Hall MSC06- 3850
Albuquerque, NM 87131-0001 USA
Established:
1978
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Center for English Language & American Culture (CELAC)

Description

The Center for English Language and American Culture (CELAC) is an intensive English program designed for international students and/or professionls who wish to develop college-level skills in listening, reading, writing, grammar and speaking in order to prepare for US academic studies or for work purposes.

Location

CELAC is centrally located in Albuquerque on UNM campus, 10 minute drive from Albuquerque International Airport, one hour drive south of Santa Fe, NM, in southwestern USA.

Teaching Qualifications

Instructors have substantial ESL teaching experience both in the US and other countries, and either have a Master's degree or are in the process of their studies for a Master's or Ph.D.

Course Information

General English: Yes
English for Academic Purposes (EAP): Yes
English for Business: No
Other Programs:Conversation Partners, One-On-One Tutoring, CELAC Arts Group, Cultural Field Trips, Study Groups (extra practice in pronunciation, vocabulary, conversation, grammar)
Private Classes: No
Customised Groups: No
Maximum Class Size: 14
Average Class Size: 10
Levels:
Beginner Levels: 0
Intermediate Levels: 3
Advanced Levels: 3
Levels established by placement exam. No beginner level available.
Minimum Hours Required Per Week: 20
Maximum Hours Per Week: 20
Part Time Available: Yes
Session Length:
16 weeks- Fall Semester- August to December 16 weeks- Spring Semster- January to May 8 weeks- Summer Session- June to July

Student Origins and Enrollments

Student Origins:
Africa: 9%
Asia: 54%
Europe: 5%
Latin America: 27%
Middle East: 5%
Average Enrollments:
February: 50
July: 35
October: 60

Facilities

All classrooms are housed in one building centrally located on the UNM campus. Computer lab and administrative offices also in same location.

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: $100.00
Tuition Fees: $206.00 to $825.00
Book Fee: $0.00 Included
Health Insurance Fee: $100.00
Optional Fees:
None
Notes on Fees:
Books and student fees included in tuition fee.

Accommodations

Dormitory: $550
Apartment: $350-750

Dormitories are a few minutes walking distance to classes. Price does not include meal plans.

Student Services

All University services available to CELAC students including gymnasium, health center, all libraries, computer labs, international student advisement and counseling services.

Educational Service Opportunities

Education services include counseling, advisement, tutoring, field trips, assistance with undergraduate and graduate applications to UNM, international student orientations.

Transportation

City bus service available and taxi service. Campus shuttle service free throughout campus.

Affiliations

Members of NAFSA, TESOL and AAIEP.

Application Information

Applicant must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma, with a minimum grade point average of 2.0.

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