English Language Institute-Texas A&M University

Program Description

The English Language Institute (ELI) at Texas A&M University offers you the opportunity to develop your language skills while you participate in university life on the campus of a world-famous American university. Established in 1974, ELI offers a wide range of activities designed to develop your English language abilities and an exciting array of courses and laboratory resources designed to help you speak, read, listen, and write in English. The ELI is one of only 46 U.S. intensive English programs accredited by the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation (CEA), a not-for-profit corporation, focusing on the accreditation of English language programs in the United States. CEA has been recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) National Advisory Committee on Institutional Quality and Integrity (NACIQI),which is advisory to the Secretary of Education. Our program is affiliated with other professional organizations such as: University and College Intensive English Programs (UCIEP), a consortium of university and college intensive English programs, the American Association of Intensive English Programs (AAIEP), a professional organization with standards and self- study issues, liaison with overseas advisors, and interaction with other professional organizations, and the Association of International Educators (NAFSA), an organization which promotes the exchange of students and scholars to and from the United States.

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address 2130 TAMU
College Station, TX United States 77843-2130
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tel 979-845-7936

fax 979-862-4326

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program details

tuition: 4,000

housing/meals: 2,725

total cost: 6,725

average class size: 12

maximum class size: 15

current student count: 170

available housing options:

The majority of students live in off-campus apartments located a short distance from campus. Aggie Search is a web-based utility provided by Off Campus Student Services that helps in finding roommates and housing off-campus. E-mail questions about off-campus housing to ochousing@tamu.edu. A few dormitory rooms are available for ELI students during the spring and summer sessions. You can apply online for a dormitory room or have a look at other TAMU housing options provided by the Department of Residence Life. E-mail questions about on-campus housing to housing@tamu.edu. Living expenses, such as meals and lodging, are estimated to be $2725.00 per semester.

location information:

Rich in tradition and history, Bryan-College Station truly is "Smack in the Heart of Texas." The twin cities are located in the lush Brazos Valley, at the heart of the Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston and Austin/San Antonio triangle and easily accessible from all parts of the state. Residents boast of big-city conveniences with small-town warmth and hospitality. Bryan and College Station are energetic and progressive cities and the home to Texas A&M University, a major education and research institution.

application information:

1. The completed Application for International Students. 2. An International Money Order for $50.00 (U.S.) made payable to TAMU (Texas A&M University). This application fee is not refundable. (A student's application is not evaluated until the $50.00 is received.) 3. Two passport size photographs with applicant's name printed in ink on the back. 4. Official bank letter that displays funds available for study. 5. Complete and official records (transcripts) of all high school and college academic work. These may be copies that have been notarized. They must be in English. 6. Score reports for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) OR In lieu of the TOEFL, a tape and essay Students should apply as early as possible to secure admission. Applicants meeting Institute criteria are notified of admission and are then required to submit $4,000.00 in tuition and fees before an I-20 form for visa application is issued.