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University Of Maryland
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND
Maryland English Institute (MEI)
Program Type: College/University Affiliated
1117 Cole Student Activities Building
University of Maryland
College Park, MD 20742-
University of Maryland
College Park, MD 20742-

Host Institution: University Of Maryland
Host City Size: Up to 50,000
Year Established: 1981
Accreditations: Commission on English Language Program Accreditation, Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools
IEP Membership Organizations: UCIEP
Host City Size: Up to 50,000
Year Established: 1981
Accreditations: Commission on English Language Program Accreditation, Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools
IEP Membership Organizations: UCIEP
Phone #: (301) 405-8634
Fax #: (301) 314-9462
E-Mail:
Website: http://www.mei.umd.edu
Application Contact Info: Applicants need to show sufficient financial resources to qualify for an I-20.
Fax #: (301) 314-9462
E-Mail:
Website: http://www.mei.umd.edu
Application Contact Info: Applicants need to show sufficient financial resources to qualify for an I-20.
Course Schedule:
* Other Course Type: Cultural activities, field trips
Additional Course Info: Test Prep (TOEFL and IELTS) courses, as well as special focus courses, are also provided during the Winter semester.
English for Specific Purpose:
ESP Additional Info: Graduate Writing and Advanced English for International Students.
Test Preparation:
Level | Class hrs/wk | Lab hrs/wk | CAI hrs/wk | Other* hrs/wk |
---|---|---|---|---|
HB: | 23 | 6 | 2 | |
LI: | 23 | 6 | 2 | |
I: | 23 | 6 | 2 | |
HI: | 23 | 6 | 2 | |
A: | 23 | 6 | 2 |
* Other Course Type: Cultural activities, field trips
Additional Course Info: Test Prep (TOEFL and IELTS) courses, as well as special focus courses, are also provided during the Winter semester.
English for Specific Purpose:
Specific Purpose | hrs |
---|---|
Graduate Study | 4 |
University Preparation | 8 |
ESP Additional Info: Graduate Writing and Advanced English for International Students.
Test Preparation:
Test Type | hrs/wk |
---|---|
IELTS | 4 |
TOEFL | 4 |
Terms:
Terms Additional Info: TOEFL and IELTS preparation offered in summer program and during the winter semester.
Program Size: 65
Program Size, Summer: 45
Average Class Size: 12
Minimum Class Size: 5
Maximum Class Size: 18
Distribution:
Full-time Instructors: 9
Part-time Instructors: 6
Average Full-time Hours per Week: 15
Advanced Degree in TESOL or related field Full-time: 9
Advanced Degree in TESOL or related field Part-time: 6
Full-time Admin: 3
Part-time Admin: 3
Part-time study option: yes
Part-time Eligibility: Only if immigration status permits part-time study
Tests used by the IEP for admission and proficiency: Other
Term Duration in Weeks | Start Month |
---|---|
14 | January |
7 | June |
14 | September |
3 | December |
Terms Additional Info: TOEFL and IELTS preparation offered in summer program and during the winter semester.
Program Size: 65
Program Size, Summer: 45
Average Class Size: 12
Minimum Class Size: 5
Maximum Class Size: 18
Distribution:
Region | Percent |
---|---|
Africa | 5.00 |
Americas | 14.00 |
Asia | 45.00 |
Europe | 5.00 |
Middle East/North Africa | 30.00 |
Other | 1.00 |
Full-time Instructors: 9
Part-time Instructors: 6
Average Full-time Hours per Week: 15
Advanced Degree in TESOL or related field Full-time: 9
Advanced Degree in TESOL or related field Part-time: 6
Full-time Admin: 3
Part-time Admin: 3
Part-time study option: yes
Part-time Eligibility: Only if immigration status permits part-time study
Tests used by the IEP for admission and proficiency: Other
Admissions: All Applicants
Admission Conditions: 18 years of age, proof of secondary school completion
Visa Forms Issued: I-20, DS-2019
Other Visa Forms Issued - Details: none
Pre-academic work completed in IEP eligible for college/university credit: no
Maximum Credits Eligible: 0
IEP students can take academic courses at college/university: yes
Maximum Credits Avail.: 0
Degree Levels: undergraduate and/or graduate
I-20 Includes Academic Admission: no
TOEFL Required for Undergraduate Admission: no
If TOEFL is not Required, Test Used: IELTS is also accepted.
TOEFL Required for Graduate Admission: no
If TOEFL is not Required, Test Used: IELTS is also accepted.
Articulation Agreement(s): no
Admission Conditions: 18 years of age, proof of secondary school completion
Visa Forms Issued: I-20, DS-2019
Other Visa Forms Issued - Details: none
Pre-academic work completed in IEP eligible for college/university credit: no
Maximum Credits Eligible: 0
IEP students can take academic courses at college/university: yes
Maximum Credits Avail.: 0
Degree Levels: undergraduate and/or graduate
I-20 Includes Academic Admission: no
TOEFL Required for Undergraduate Admission: no
If TOEFL is not Required, Test Used: IELTS is also accepted.
TOEFL Required for Graduate Admission: no
If TOEFL is not Required, Test Used: IELTS is also accepted.
Articulation Agreement(s): no
Tuition:
Fees: $1230
Insurance Cost: $0
Insurance Details: The University provides access to group health insurances for all students. Students who elect the University's plan are able to use the University health center free of charge for routine visits.
Other Costs: Fees include university fee (995), application fee (110) and student fee (125).
Financial Aid Available: No
Campus Housing Availability: Available summer
Campus Housing Assistance Available: yes
Housing Costs: $500
Housing Weeks: 4
Housing Cost Type: Room
Additional Housing Info: http://www.resnet.umd.edu/
Off-Campus Housing Availability: Readily available
Off-Campus housing Assistance Available: yes
Homestay Assistance Available: no
Board Plan Additional Info: http://dining.umd.edu/terrapin, http://dining.umd.edu/dining
Services Available: Academic Counseling, Campus Orientation, Conversation Partners, Crosscultural Activities, Field Trips, International Student Advisor, Recreational Activities, Visa/Tax Counseling
Tuition | Weeks |
---|---|
6222 | 14 |
3270 | 7 |
Fees: $1230
Insurance Cost: $0
Insurance Details: The University provides access to group health insurances for all students. Students who elect the University's plan are able to use the University health center free of charge for routine visits.
Other Costs: Fees include university fee (995), application fee (110) and student fee (125).
Financial Aid Available: No
Campus Housing Availability: Available summer
Campus Housing Assistance Available: yes
Housing Costs: $500
Housing Weeks: 4
Housing Cost Type: Room
Additional Housing Info: http://www.resnet.umd.edu/
Off-Campus Housing Availability: Readily available
Off-Campus housing Assistance Available: yes
Homestay Assistance Available: no
Board Plan Additional Info: http://dining.umd.edu/terrapin, http://dining.umd.edu/dining
Services Available: Academic Counseling, Campus Orientation, Conversation Partners, Crosscultural Activities, Field Trips, International Student Advisor, Recreational Activities, Visa/Tax Counseling
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