Programs-ESL in LA

Full-Time Programs

These full-time, year-round programs offer:

• 5 hours of intensive study a day

• a choice of course lengths: 4, 6, 10, or 12 weeks

• a choice of course content: academic, communication, or business

• American Conversation Partners

• free Internet access

• free after-school language practice in the computer lab up to 8 hours per week

• free access to UCLA sports facilities

• free academic & visa counseling and housing assistance

• injury and sickness insurance

• Certificate of Participation

Academic Intensive English Program (AIEP):
Designed for participants 18 years of age or older, AIEP specializes in English for academic purposes with emphasis on all skills, especially reading, writing, and TOEFL preparation. The program requires a student (F-1) visa and includes twenty-three, 50-miniute class sessions per week, with five sessions per day Monday through Thursday and three sessions on Friday. A nonrefundable $150 application fee is required; the application fee is valid for one year. The Student Services Fee is required for all students and all programs.

Quarter	Session	Program Dates	Recommended Application Deadline*	Program Length	Student Services**	+Program Fee	=Total Fee
Winter 2011	-	January 4 - March 11	November 8, 2010	10 weeks	$490	$3,225	$3,715
Spring 2011	-	March 28- June 3	January 31, 2011	10 weeks	$490	$3,225	$3,715
Summer 2011	A	June 20 - September 9	April 25, 2011	12 weeks	$545	$3,910	$4,455
	B	June 20 - July 29	April 25, 2011	6 weeks	$315	$1,950	$2,265
	C	August 1 - September 9	June 6, 2011	6 weeks	$315	$1,950	$2,265
Fall 2011	-	September 26 - December 2	August 1, 2011	10 weeks	$490	$3,225	$3,715
Recommended Application Deadline: Students are recommended to apply 8 weeks before their program start date to guarantee space availability and to allow enough time to obtain an F-1 visa. Applications are accepted until the programs are full. *Student Services Fee includes: : Injury and Sickness Insurance: allows students to visit a hospital or clinic if medical attention is needed due to an injury or sickness (Please note: Insurance prices are subject to periodic increases, and permanent residents of the United States will not be eligible for this insurance.) Academic Advising: quarterly orientations regarding American universities, UCLA Extension certificate programs, and assistance with application procedures and forms. Language/Computer Lab: up to eight hours of extra, after-school access to state-of-art language practice, email, and Internet. Housing Coordination: information is provided for finding a place to live (Please note: UCLA on-campus housing is available for intensive programs in the summer only. Prices for 2010 summer on-campus housing have not yet been determined. Look for detailed summer housing information and pricing in early 2010.) Language Exchange Program: opportunities to meet members of the local community and UCLA for conversation practice. UCLA Recreation Facilities: access to many of UCLA's outstanding sports and recreational facilities. Express Mail: application and program materials sent via DHL express mail. Certificate of Completion: a handsome certificate presented to participants upon completion of the program. Dates and fees are subject to change

INTENSIVE ENGLISH COMMUNICATION PROGRAM (IECP):

Designed for participants 18 years of age or older, IECP specializes in English for day to day communication with emphasis on listening and speaking. The program requires a student (F-1) visa and includes 20 50-miniute class sessions per week, with five sessions per day Monday through Thursday. A nonrefundable $150 application fee is required; the application fee is valid for one year. The Student Services Fee is required for all students and all programs

Quarter	Session	Program Dates	Recommended Application Deadline*	Program Length	Student Services**	+Program Fee	=Total Fee
Fall 2010	A	27 September - 21 October	2 August, 2010	4 weeks	$255	$1,510	$1,765
	B	25 October - 18 November	30 August, 2010	4 weeks	$255	$1,510	$1,765
	C	22 November - 16 December	27 September, 2010	4 weeks	$255	$1,510	$1,765
Winter 2011	12*	4 January - 24 March	8 November, 2010	12 weeks	$795	$3,810	$4,605
	A	4 - 27 January	8 November, 2010	4 weeks	$265	$1,570	$1,835
	B	31 January - 24 February	6 December, 2010	4 weeks	$265	$1,570	$1,835
	C	28 February - 24 March	3 January, 2011	4 weeks	$265	$1,570	$1,835
Spring 2011	12*	28 March - 16 June	31 January, 2011	12 weeks	$795	$3,810	$4,605
	A	28 March - 21 April	31 January, 2011	4 weeks	$265	$1,570	$1,835
	B	25 April - 19 May	28 February, 2011	4 weeks	$265	$1,570	$1,835
	C	23 May - 16 June	28 March, 2011	4 weeks	$265	$1,570	$1,835
Summer 2011	A	27 June - 21 July	2 May, 2011	4 weeks	$265	$1,570	$1,835
	B	25 July - 18 August	30 May, 2011	4 weeks	$265	$1,570	$1,835
	C	22 August - 9 September	27 June, 2011	3 weeks	$240	$1,215	$1,455
Fall 2011	12*	26 September - 15 December	1 August, 2011	12 weeks	$795	$3,810	$4,605
	A	26 September - 20 October	1 August, 2011	4 weeks	$265	$1,570	$1,835
	B	24 October - 17 November	29 August, 2011	4 weeks	$265	$1,570	$1,835
	C	21 November - 15 December	26 September, 2011	4 weeks	$265	$1,570	$1,835
Recommended Application Deadline: Students are recommended to apply 8 weeks before their program start date to guarantee space availability and to allow enough time to obtain an F-1 visa. Applications are accepted until the programs are full. Student Services Fee includes: : Injury and Sickness Insurance: allows students to visit a hospital or clinic if medical attention is needed due to an injury or sickness (Please note: Insurance prices are subject to periodic increases, and permanent residents of the United States will not be eligible for this insurance.) Academic Advising: quarterly orientations regarding American universities, UCLA Extension certificate programs, and assistance with application procedures and forms. Language/Computer Lab: up to eight hours of extra, after-school access to state-of-art language practice, email, and Internet. Housing Coordination: information is provided for finding a place to live (Please note: UCLA on-campus housing is available for intensive programs in the summer only. Prices for 2010 summer on-campus housing have not yet been determined. Look for detailed summer housing information and pricing in early 2010.) Language Exchange Program: opportunities to meet members of the local community and UCLA for conversation practice. UCLA Recreation Facilities: access to many of UCLA's outstanding sports and recreational facilities. Express Mail: application and program materials sent via DHL express mail. Certificate of Completion: a handsome certificate presented to participants upon completion of the program. 12 = IECP 12 is Available for Winter 2011, Spring 2011, and Fall 2011 only. IECP 12 is designed for participants who intend to enroll in IECP for the entire quarter (i.e. sessions A, B, and C) and pay all fees by the payment deadline for session A. Note: The IECP 12 prices include a $900 discount. Dates and fees are subject to change

Part-time English Program

AMERICAN CULTURE AND COMMUNICATION (ACC) COURSE:

Designed for participants 18 years or older, the ACC Course is for people who are in the United States primarily for tourism, business, and/or visiting family. The ACC course allows participants to improve their English and learn more about American culture and life in Southern California. Participants attend morning classes only. Each morning is composed of three 50-minute sessions. This course is for part-time study only and does not qualify for the F-1 student visa.

Quarter	Program Dates	Length	Student Services**	+Program Fee	=Total Cost
Winter, Spring, Summer & Fall	Dates correspond to the IECP schedule	4 weeks	$265	$1,345	$1,610
Summer Only	Dates correspond to the IECP schedule	3 weeks	$240	$915	$1,155
**Student Services Fee includes: : Injury and Sickness Insurance: allows students to visit a hospital or clinic if medical attention is needed due to an injury or sickness (Please note: Insurance prices are subject to periodic increases, and permanent residents of the United States will not be eligible for this insurance.) Academic Advising: quarterly orientations regarding American universities, UCLA Extension certificate programs, and assistance with application procedures and forms. Language/Computer Lab: up to eight hours of extra, after-school access to state-of-art language practice, email, and Internet. Housing Coordination: information is provided for finding a place to live (Please note: UCLA on-campus housing is available for intensive programs in the summer only. Prices for 2010 summer on-campus housing have not yet been determined. Look for detailed summer housing information and pricing in early 2010.) Language Exchange Program: opportunities to meet members of the local community and UCLA for conversation practice. UCLA Recreation Facilities: access to many of UCLA's outstanding sports and recreational facilities. Express Mail: application and program materials sent via DHL express mail. Certificate of Completion: a handsome certificate presented to participants upon completion of the program.

The Advantages of Learning English

The English language is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world, second only to Mandarin. That English is used almost everywhere is just one of the many advantages of learning the English language.

Business

The English language is the primary language of business throughout the world. Most international business transactions, including emails, memos, reports and contracts are written in the English language

Employment Opportunities
Having the ability to fluently speak the English language as well as one's native language can be very beneficial to those seeking job opportunities with international companies. The ability to speak a language that is spoken by most business people can place the job seeker a step ahead of the competition.

Movies
Major Hollywood movies have dialogue that is spoken in the English language. The plot of these movies is easier to follow if the person watching the movie speaks English. Subtitles in other languages can sometimes cause the meanings of words to be lost in the translation, and they can be a distraction or even block the action that is taking place on the screen.

Travel
Since the English language is one that is predominantly spoken throughout the world, international travelers may find that speaking English can make their travels a little easier. Most hotel and restaurant employees, as well as store merchants, will probably speak English at least to some degree.

Schools
Students from other countries who attend school in the United States will benefit greatly if they can know basic English. This knowledge will help them communicate better with both their students and teachers. The students will also have an easier time with any research or readings that they are assigned.

Academics
The English language is the predominant language of academics all over the world, with a large amount of research conducted, written and presented in English. The English language can be a very helpful tool for scholars to communicate their ideas and research findings with peers in their field.