Description
The University of Louisiana at Lafayette is located in the center of Lafayette, Louisiana, a small city of about 120,000. It is located about 120 miles west of New Orleans, Louisiana, about 160 miles east of Houston, Texas, and only 40 miles from the Gulf of Mexico. There is an airport which is only 10 minutes from the University, and there are bus services from downtown to cities around the United States. Lafayette is the center of “Cajun Country,” which is an area of Louisiana with a strong French influence. Lafayette has the best of both worlds: it is both a typical American city and a center of its own special culture. The area is known for its fun festivals, delicious food, and special music (Cajun and Zydeco). Lafayette hosts the largest free festival in the United States, called Festival International. Musical groups and craftspeople come from all over the world to perform here. There is also a large Mardi Gras celebration in south Louisiana in the spring. It is such an important event in this area that it is considered an official holiday! The winters in Lafayette are short and mild, with average temperatures in the lower 50’s F (10 C). Spring and fall bring beautiful weather, perfect for outdoor activities. The summers here are warm and humid, with temperatures typically in the upper 80’s and lower 90’s F (30-40 C).
The University of Louisiana at Lafayette’s Intensive English Program is located on the campus of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. The mission of the program is to provide intensive English language instruction to adult non-native English speakers who have the goal of entering American universities or improving their ability to use English for professional purposes. This program has 6 levels of instruction, and each level offers courses in grammar, writing, reading and listening, speaking and pronunciation. Students are in classes Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. for a total of 20 hours per week with the expectation of approximately 20 hours of outside homework per week. There are five 8-week sessions each year, beginning in January, March, May/June, August and October.
Programs
Intensive English
$2000.00
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Intensive English Program - UL Lafayette
Description
The University of Louisiana at Lafayette’s Intensive English Program is located on the campus of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. The mission of the program is to provide intensive English language instruction to adult non-native English speakers who have the goal of entering American universities or improving their ability to use English for professional purposes. This program has 6 levels of instruction, and each level offers courses in grammar, writing, reading and listening, speaking and pronunciation. Students are in classes Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. for a total of 20 hours per week with the expectation of approximately 20 hours of outside homework per week. There are five 8-week sessions each year, beginning in January, March, May/June, August and October.
Student Services
Free pick-up from the Lafayette Regional Airport upon arrival (requests must be made in advance); a two-day orientation to the program, the University, and the city of Lafayette; academic, personal, and immigration counseling; campus facilities which are available for IEP students include: a weight room, jogging track, tennis courts, raquetball courts, basketball courts, aerobics, swimming pool, etc. Equipment can be used free of charge.; Computer labs; Library; Student Health Services (Infirmary); and IEP students can also participate in the intramural sports program which includes soccer, basketball, volleyball, softball, etc. There is also a possibility of starting a sports club if the sport you are interested in is not offered. Participating in the sports program is a great way to meet Americans!
Additional Services
There are many Undergraduate and Graduate majors available for students to study after completing our Intensive English Program.
Other Programs
Students are encouraged to become active members of campus life. There are many student organizations which IEP students are welcome to join. Also, the University sponsors many activities such as plays, films, musical recitals, parties, and much more. The Office of International Affairs sponsors an International Coffee Hour every Friday afternoon. There is food and drinks, games to play, and door prizes each week. Also, the Office of International Affairs organizes day and weekend trips to areas of interest such as New Orleans, Houston, and the NASA Space Center. In the International Friendship Program, students are matched with American families and spend time as guests in American homes. In the Global Education Program, students can volunteer to speak at schools or clubs in the Lafayette area about their cultures. It gives the students an opportunity to share their cultures while interacting with Americans of different ages.
Housing Options
single dormatory
Variessingle dormatory,double dormatory,apartments (furnished),apartments (unfurnished),off-campus
Meals:
$1780.00
double dormatory
Variessingle dormatory,double dormatory,apartments (furnished),apartments (unfurnished),off-campus
Meals:
$1780.00
apartments (furnished)
Variessingle dormatory,double dormatory,apartments (furnished),apartments (unfurnished),off-campus
Meals:
$1780.00
apartments (unfurnished)
Variessingle dormatory,double dormatory,apartments (furnished),apartments (unfurnished),off-campus
Meals:
$1780.00
off-campus
Variessingle dormatory,double dormatory,apartments (furnished),apartments (unfurnished),off-campus
Meals:
$1780.00
