Academic Programs
Program Overview
At ELI, you will receive the time and attention you deserve. Program highlights include:
- 18-20 hours per week of instructional classes
- Small classes to ensure individualized attention
- Student-centered and interactive instruction
- Five start dates throughout the year
- Many opportunities to improve English outside of the classroom
- Friendly, knowledgeable instructors
- Safe and fun environment
Classes
There are two core classes in ELI: Integrated Reading & Writing (7.5 hours) and Integrated Speaking, Listening & Note Taking (7.5 hours). Grammar instruction is integrated into the two core classes. Two-hour per week elective classes are also offered each semester. These optional courses focus on a variety of topics such as cross-cultural communication, pronunciation, non-fiction reading, TOEFL preparation, and study skills.
Proficiency Exams
- Students have the option to take the iTEP exam at a discounted, institutional rate.
Affiliations & Accreditations
![UCIEP](../images/accreditation/uciep.png)
![NWCCU](../images/accreditation/nwccu_logo1.gif)
![TESOL](../images/accreditation/tesol.gif)
![NAFSA](../images/accreditation/nafsa.jpg)