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Pennsylvania State University
PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY
Intensive English Communication Program - IECP
Program Type: College/University Affiliated
112 W Foster Ave
Suite 401
State College
University Park, PA 16802-
Suite 401
State College
University Park, PA 16802-

Host Institution: Pennsylvania State University
Host City Size: Up to 50,000
Year Established: 1976
Accreditations: Commission on English Language Program Accreditation, Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools
IEP Membership Organizations: EnglishUSA, UCIEP
Host City Size: Up to 50,000
Year Established: 1976
Accreditations: Commission on English Language Program Accreditation, Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools
IEP Membership Organizations: EnglishUSA, UCIEP
Phone #: (814) 865-7550
Fax #: (814) 863-5889
E-Mail:
Website: http://iecp.la.psu.edu
Application Contact Info: IECP 102 Ritenour Building Penn State University University Park, PA 16802-5901 http://iecp.la.psu.edu/ iecpadmissions@psu.edu
Fax #: (814) 863-5889
E-Mail:
Website: http://iecp.la.psu.edu
Application Contact Info: IECP 102 Ritenour Building Penn State University University Park, PA 16802-5901 http://iecp.la.psu.edu/ iecpadmissions@psu.edu
Course Schedule:
* Other Course Type: Dual-enrollment courses (IECP & Penn State)
Additional Course Info: Programs for special groups on request.
English for Specific Purpose:
ESP Additional Info: The IECP is an academic-focused program with the entirety of the curriculum designed to prepare students for study at a US-based institution of higher learning.
Test Preparation:
Level | Class hrs/wk | Lab hrs/wk | CAI hrs/wk | Other* hrs/wk |
---|---|---|---|---|
HB: | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
I: | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
HI: | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A: | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
BR: | 10 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
* Other Course Type: Dual-enrollment courses (IECP & Penn State)
Additional Course Info: Programs for special groups on request.
English for Specific Purpose:
Specific Purpose | hrs |
---|---|
University Preparation | 300 |
ESP Additional Info: The IECP is an academic-focused program with the entirety of the curriculum designed to prepare students for study at a US-based institution of higher learning.
Test Preparation:
Test Type | hrs/wk |
---|---|
IELTS | 5 |
TOEFL | 5 |
Terms:
Terms Additional Info: January, March, May, August and October are start dates for intensive English. Special programs available May-August.
Program Size: 40
Program Size, Summer: 20
Average Class Size: 10
Minimum Class Size: 0
Maximum Class Size: 18
Distribution:
Full-time Instructors: 3
Part-time Instructors: 6
Average Full-time Hours per Week: 20
Advanced Degree in TESOL or related field Full-time: 3
Advanced Degree in TESOL or related field Part-time: 6
Full-time Admin: 2
Part-time Admin: 0
Part-time study option: yes
Part-time Eligibility: citizens, green card holders, visiting scholars, F-2, J-2, H
Tests used by the IEP for admission and proficiency: IELTS, TOEFL, Other
Term Duration in Weeks | Start Month |
---|---|
8 | January |
8 | March |
10 | May |
8 | August |
8 | October |
Terms Additional Info: January, March, May, August and October are start dates for intensive English. Special programs available May-August.
Program Size: 40
Program Size, Summer: 20
Average Class Size: 10
Minimum Class Size: 0
Maximum Class Size: 18
Distribution:
Region | Percent |
---|---|
Americas | 10.00 |
Asia | 30.00 |
Europe | 10.00 |
Middle East/North Africa | 50.00 |
Full-time Instructors: 3
Part-time Instructors: 6
Average Full-time Hours per Week: 20
Advanced Degree in TESOL or related field Full-time: 3
Advanced Degree in TESOL or related field Part-time: 6
Full-time Admin: 2
Part-time Admin: 0
Part-time study option: yes
Part-time Eligibility: citizens, green card holders, visiting scholars, F-2, J-2, H
Tests used by the IEP for admission and proficiency: IELTS, TOEFL, Other
Admissions: All Applicants
Admission Conditions: Must be non-native speakers who have a basic knowledge of English and evidence of academic success (demonstrated through high school or university transcripts, when available). The IECP is most appropriate for individuals with an iBT score between 60-80.
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
Conditions: For-credit options available upon individual consultation with the IECP and selected university program.
IEP students can take academic courses at college/university: yes
Maximum Credits Avail.: 6
Degree Levels: undergraduate or graduate
I-20 Includes Academic Admission: no
Academic Admissions Conditions: Students must complete all admission requirements (other than language proficiency) and inform the IECP of intent to apply.
TOEFL Required for Undergraduate Admission: yes
If TOEFL is not Required, Test Used: IELTS also accepted. Successful completion of the IECP waives the TOEFL requirement for university admissions.
TOEFL Required for Graduate Admission: yes
If TOEFL is not Required, Test Used: IELTS also accepted. Successful completion of the IECP waives the TOEFL requirement for university admissions.
Articulation Agreement(s): no
Admission Conditions: Must be non-native speakers who have a basic knowledge of English and evidence of academic success (demonstrated through high school or university transcripts, when available). The IECP is most appropriate for individuals with an iBT score between 60-80.
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
Conditions: For-credit options available upon individual consultation with the IECP and selected university program.
IEP students can take academic courses at college/university: yes
Maximum Credits Avail.: 6
Degree Levels: undergraduate or graduate
I-20 Includes Academic Admission: no
Academic Admissions Conditions: Students must complete all admission requirements (other than language proficiency) and inform the IECP of intent to apply.
TOEFL Required for Undergraduate Admission: yes
If TOEFL is not Required, Test Used: IELTS also accepted. Successful completion of the IECP waives the TOEFL requirement for university admissions.
TOEFL Required for Graduate Admission: yes
If TOEFL is not Required, Test Used: IELTS also accepted. Successful completion of the IECP waives the TOEFL requirement for university admissions.
Articulation Agreement(s): no
Tuition:
Fees: $100
Insurance Cost: $4300
Insurance Details: 4300 is for one year
Other Costs: Late fees of 50 for first, 100 there after
Financial Aid Available: No
Campus Housing Availability: Available year-round
Campus Housing Assistance Available: yes
Housing Costs: $7200
Housing Weeks: 16
Housing Cost Type: Room and Board
Off-Campus Housing Availability: Readily available
Off-Campus housing Assistance Available: yes
Homestay Assistance Available: no
Board Plan Availability: Board plan available
Board Plan Costs: $500
Board Plan Weeks: 15
Board Plan Additional Info: additional plans available
Services Available: Academic Counseling, Airport Meeting, Campus Orientation, Conversation Partners, Crosscultural Activities, Field Trips, Housing Assistance, International Student Advisor, Personal/Cultural Counseling, Recreational Activities
Tuition | Weeks |
---|---|
3500 | 8 |
5600 | 10 |
Fees: $100
Insurance Cost: $4300
Insurance Details: 4300 is for one year
Other Costs: Late fees of 50 for first, 100 there after
Financial Aid Available: No
Campus Housing Availability: Available year-round
Campus Housing Assistance Available: yes
Housing Costs: $7200
Housing Weeks: 16
Housing Cost Type: Room and Board
Off-Campus Housing Availability: Readily available
Off-Campus housing Assistance Available: yes
Homestay Assistance Available: no
Board Plan Availability: Board plan available
Board Plan Costs: $500
Board Plan Weeks: 15
Board Plan Additional Info: additional plans available
Services Available: Academic Counseling, Airport Meeting, Campus Orientation, Conversation Partners, Crosscultural Activities, Field Trips, Housing Assistance, International Student Advisor, Personal/Cultural Counseling, Recreational Activities
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