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University Of Maryland, Baltimore County (Umbc)
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND, BALTIMORE COUNTY (UMBC)
English Language Institute
Program Type: College/University Affiliated
English Language Institute
1000 Hilltop Circle
University Center, Room 207
Baltimore, MD 21250-
1000 Hilltop Circle
University Center, Room 207
Baltimore, MD 21250-
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Host Institution: University Of Maryland, Baltimore County (Umbc)
Host City Size: Over 500,000
Year Established: 1993
Accreditations: Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools
IEP Membership Organizations: EnglishUSA
Host City Size: Over 500,000
Year Established: 1993
Accreditations: Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools
IEP Membership Organizations: EnglishUSA
Phone #: (410) 455-2831
Fax #: (410) 455-1115
E-Mail:
Website: http://www.umbc.edu/eli
Application Contact Info: Ms. Vanessa Weese Program Manager
Fax #: (410) 455-1115
E-Mail:
Website: http://www.umbc.edu/eli
Application Contact Info: Ms. Vanessa Weese Program Manager
Course Schedule:
* Other Course Type: Private Lessons, Customized Program, and Special Group Program. In addition, we offer free individual tutoring, conversation partners programs and weekly cafe meetings, field trips, and on-campus cultural and recreational activities.
Additional Course Info: The ELI offers custom English programs for groups of students, teachers, and professionals seeking English language instruction and immersion in U.S. culture. The programs are designed for participants seeking to perfect English language skills.
English for Specific Purpose:
ESP Additional Info: Public Administration and Leadership Program: This program is designed for professionals who are involved in government, business, and law from around the world. The program can be delivered to meet a wide range of needs, including intensive professional
Test Preparation:
| Level | Class hrs/wk | Lab hrs/wk | CAI hrs/wk | Other* hrs/wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B: | 20 | 24 | 24 | 5 |
| HB: | 20 | 24 | 24 | 5 |
| LI: | 20 | 24 | 24 | 5 |
| I: | 20 | 24 | 24 | 5 |
| HI: | 20 | 24 | 24 | 5 |
| A: | 20 | 24 | 24 | 5 |
| BR: | 20 | 24 | 24 | 5 |
* Other Course Type: Private Lessons, Customized Program, and Special Group Program. In addition, we offer free individual tutoring, conversation partners programs and weekly cafe meetings, field trips, and on-campus cultural and recreational activities.
Additional Course Info: The ELI offers custom English programs for groups of students, teachers, and professionals seeking English language instruction and immersion in U.S. culture. The programs are designed for participants seeking to perfect English language skills.
English for Specific Purpose:
| Specific Purpose | hrs |
|---|---|
| Business | 20 |
| Education | 0 |
| Graduate Study | 20 |
| Teacher Training | 3 |
| University Preparation | 20 |
ESP Additional Info: Public Administration and Leadership Program: This program is designed for professionals who are involved in government, business, and law from around the world. The program can be delivered to meet a wide range of needs, including intensive professional
Test Preparation:
| Test Type | hrs/wk |
|---|---|
| GRE | 5 |
| IELTS | 5 |
| TOEFL | 5 |
| TOEIC | 5 |
Terms:
Terms Additional Info: The ELI can organize custom group programs on request.
Program Size: 100
Program Size, Summer: 22
Average Class Size: 10
Minimum Class Size: 5
Maximum Class Size: 18
Distribution:
Full-time Instructors: 0
Part-time Instructors: 9
Average Full-time Hours per Week: 0
Advanced Degree in TESOL or related field Full-time: 0
Advanced Degree in TESOL or related field Part-time: 9
Full-time Admin: 5
Part-time Admin: 7
Part-time study option: yes
Part-time Eligibility: Part-time study is available for students with U.S. visas that allow part-time study, as well as U.S. citizens and permanent residents.
Tests used by the IEP for admission and proficiency: Other
| Term Duration in Weeks | Start Month |
|---|---|
| January | |
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Terms Additional Info: The ELI can organize custom group programs on request.
Program Size: 100
Program Size, Summer: 22
Average Class Size: 10
Minimum Class Size: 5
Maximum Class Size: 18
Distribution:
| Region | Percent |
|---|---|
| Africa | 10.00 |
| Americas | 20.00 |
| Asia | 36.00 |
| Europe | 6.00 |
| Middle East/North Africa | 28.00 |
Full-time Instructors: 0
Part-time Instructors: 9
Average Full-time Hours per Week: 0
Advanced Degree in TESOL or related field Full-time: 0
Advanced Degree in TESOL or related field Part-time: 9
Full-time Admin: 5
Part-time Admin: 7
Part-time study option: yes
Part-time Eligibility: Part-time study is available for students with U.S. visas that allow part-time study, as well as U.S. citizens and permanent residents.
Tests used by the IEP for admission and proficiency: Other
Admissions: All Applicants
Admission Conditions: Most applicants are age 17 and older and have a high school diploma (or equivalent).
Visa Forms Issued: I-20
Other Visa Forms Issued - Details: none
Pre-academic work completed in IEP eligible for college/university credit: yes
Maximum Credits Eligible: 0
Conditions: Students in the ELI's advanced level may apply to pursue course work for university credit alongside their ELI classes.
IEP students can take academic courses at college/university: yes
Maximum Credits Avail.: 6
Degree Levels: Undergraduate and Graduate
I-20 Includes Academic Admission: yes
Academic Admissions Conditions: Conditional admission opportunities (Bridge Program) are available for degree programs at the University. Conditionally admitted students receive an I-20 that includes academic admission and must complete English language classes successfully.
TOEFL Required for Undergraduate Admission: no
If TOEFL is not Required, Test Used: If English Language Institute students meet the academic requirements for admission to UMBC but do not have the required TOEFL or IELTS score, they may apply to the ELI-Undergraduate Bridge Program. They will study at the ELI until they pass Level 5.
TOEFL Required for Graduate Admission: yes
If TOEFL is not Required, Test Used: Some programs may accept students who do not have the required TOEFL score through conditional admission (Bridge Program) and Pathway Program. For more information regarding these special programs and the requirements, please see the following page: http
Articulation Agreement(s): no
Admission Conditions: Most applicants are age 17 and older and have a high school diploma (or equivalent).
Visa Forms Issued: I-20
Other Visa Forms Issued - Details: none
Pre-academic work completed in IEP eligible for college/university credit: yes
Maximum Credits Eligible: 0
Conditions: Students in the ELI's advanced level may apply to pursue course work for university credit alongside their ELI classes.
IEP students can take academic courses at college/university: yes
Maximum Credits Avail.: 6
Degree Levels: Undergraduate and Graduate
I-20 Includes Academic Admission: yes
Academic Admissions Conditions: Conditional admission opportunities (Bridge Program) are available for degree programs at the University. Conditionally admitted students receive an I-20 that includes academic admission and must complete English language classes successfully.
TOEFL Required for Undergraduate Admission: no
If TOEFL is not Required, Test Used: If English Language Institute students meet the academic requirements for admission to UMBC but do not have the required TOEFL or IELTS score, they may apply to the ELI-Undergraduate Bridge Program. They will study at the ELI until they pass Level 5.
TOEFL Required for Graduate Admission: yes
If TOEFL is not Required, Test Used: Some programs may accept students who do not have the required TOEFL score through conditional admission (Bridge Program) and Pathway Program. For more information regarding these special programs and the requirements, please see the following page: http
Articulation Agreement(s): no
Tuition:
Fees: $100
Insurance Cost: $200
Insurance Details: Students with an F-1 visa purchase University student health insurance. Cost is typically $33 per week.
Other Costs: Application fee of $100 includes express mail delivery of the I-20 and admissions information.
Campus Housing Availability: Available year-round
Campus Housing Assistance Available: yes
Housing Costs: $3658
Housing Weeks: 14
Housing Cost Type: Room
Additional Housing Info: On-campus housing options include dormitories and apartments. Students may live on or off campus.
Off-Campus Housing Availability: Readily available, moderately priced
Off-Campus housing Assistance Available: yes
Homestay Assistance Available: yes
Board Plan Availability: Board plan available
Board Plan Costs: $1958
Board Plan Weeks: 15
Board Plan Additional Info: UMBC offers several meal plan options. Cost varies by plan.
Services Available: Academic Counseling, Academic Placement, Airport Meeting, Campus Orientation, Conversation Partners, Crosscultural Activities, Field Trips, Homestay, Host Family, Housing Assistance, International Student Advisor, Personal/Cultural Counseling, Recreational Activities, Visa/Tax Counseling
| Tuition | Weeks |
|---|---|
| 2300 | 7 |
Fees: $100
Insurance Cost: $200
Insurance Details: Students with an F-1 visa purchase University student health insurance. Cost is typically $33 per week.
Other Costs: Application fee of $100 includes express mail delivery of the I-20 and admissions information.
Campus Housing Availability: Available year-round
Campus Housing Assistance Available: yes
Housing Costs: $3658
Housing Weeks: 14
Housing Cost Type: Room
Additional Housing Info: On-campus housing options include dormitories and apartments. Students may live on or off campus.
Off-Campus Housing Availability: Readily available, moderately priced
Off-Campus housing Assistance Available: yes
Homestay Assistance Available: yes
Board Plan Availability: Board plan available
Board Plan Costs: $1958
Board Plan Weeks: 15
Board Plan Additional Info: UMBC offers several meal plan options. Cost varies by plan.
Services Available: Academic Counseling, Academic Placement, Airport Meeting, Campus Orientation, Conversation Partners, Crosscultural Activities, Field Trips, Homestay, Host Family, Housing Assistance, International Student Advisor, Personal/Cultural Counseling, Recreational Activities, Visa/Tax Counseling
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