Description
Houston, the fourth largest city in the US, has a metropolitan population of nearly five million. The city has an international airport, museums, the opera and the symphony, festivals, theaters, concerts, sporting events, outstanding restaurants, one of the world's foremost medical centers and many other attractions. The NASA Johnson Space Center is nearby and Galveston's beaches, less than an hour away, afford many recreational opportunities.
The Rice University Intensive English Program provides a challenging course of study for working professionals and students preparing for university study or professional programs. Classes are small, with an average of twelve students, and are offered at beginning through advanced levels. Students from more than 100 countries have attended the program, established in 1978. Six seven-week sessions are offered yearly.
Programs
Intensive English
New students: $2,040 plus a $100 non-refundble testing and registration fee. Continuing students: $2,040
Other
Rice University Intensive English Program (ESL)
Description
The Rice University Intensive English Program provides a challenging course of study for working professionals and students preparing for university study or professional programs. Classes are small, with an average of twelve students, and are offered at beginning through advanced levels. Students from more than 100 countries have attended the program, established in 1978. Six seven-week sessions are offered yearly.
Student Services
There are student activities each session. Events have included picnics, the rodeo, baseball games, talent shows, the circus, volleyball, bowling, movies and field trips.
Additional Services
The program provides an orientation for new students, immigration and college counseling and a student progress evaluation at the end of each session. Students receive a Rice University Student I.D. which allows them to attend many campus activities free or at a reduced rate and allows them admission to the Rice University Language Resource Center.
Other Programs
Part-time ESL Communication Skills classes are offered in the afternoon and evening. These classes are non-credit and are designed for those who do not wish to enroll in a full course of study. Those wishing to study in an I-20 granting program should consult the Intensive English Program section.
Housing Options
off-campus
off-campus
Meals:
Students are responsible for making their own housing arrangements. Moderately priced facilities are generally available.
