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English Language Program
The Intensive English Language Institute, a college based program,
offers students the opportunity to attain English language fluency and
U.S. cultural competencies to succeed in college or university studies,
advance professionally, and reach personal goals.
Intensive Full Time English Classes:
The Intensive English Language Institute (IELI) full-time Program at Worcester State College offers Intermediate and Advanced English writing, reading, listening and speaking skills for students with a minimum of a high school diploma, and who wish to prepare themselves as applicants to College. The Intensive Program includes preparation for achieving college entrance scores on the iBT TOEFL exam with an integrated skills approach.
- Fall and Spring semesters - 14 weeks
- Two summer sessions - 5 weeks each
- Monday - Friday 9:00 - 1:00 (Some classes may meet from 1:00-5:00)
- Classes meet 20 hours per week - fulfills the requirements for the F-1 student visa
- Multiple Levels to accommodate student learning
- Tuition: Fall and Spring $2,900.00, Summer Sessions $1,400.00 for one session or $2,200.00 for both sessions - Register early and pay in full - Save $100.00!
- Application cost: $150.00 nonrefundable deposit ($100.00 will be applied to tuition).
- Books: approximately $200 - $300 per semester
- Full time students on visas must provide proof of medical insurance, a Worcester State College Medical Form, and pay a student health services fee ($42.50 fall and spring semesters)before the start of classes
- Fee for parking on campus
- All classes integrate skills but have a daily focus such as reading/writing or iBT TOEFL preparation
- Free tutoring available
- Free "Buddy" program
- Reserved seating for the iBT TOEFL Test
- Homestay program available - $150.00 Placement Fee - monthly rental fee paid to U.S. family.
- Student Identification Card allows free or discounted access to the computer lab, library, fitness center, athletic fields, gymnasium, and Worcester State College cultural events
- Expert guidance from the International Office on Visa requirements and applying to Worcester State College
Community English Part Time Classes:
The part-time Community English Language Program at Worcester State College offers Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced English writing, reading, listening and speaking skills for students to gain proficiency and confidence in their community, academic and professional associations. Students with His high school diplomas are preferred.
- Fall, spring, summer semesters - 12 weeks
- Day and Evening Classes available (9:00-11:00 am or 6:00 - 8:30 pm)
- Classes meet twice weekly (Monday and Wednesday or Tuesday and Thursday)
- Multiple levels to accommodate student learning
- Pre-and post testing for accurate placement and to measure gains
- Classes include integrated skills classes, pronunciation, and iBT TOEFL preparation
- Cost: New Pricing Integrated Skills Classes and Pronunciation $315 per semester plus books Early registration cost is $290.00 (see schedule for dates)
- iBT TOEFL Preparation $450.00 per semester plus books.
- Parking fee for parking on campus
- Free tutoring available
- Reserved seating for the official iBT TOEFL test
Worcester State College is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc., a non-governmental, nationally recognized organization whose affiliated institutions include elementary schools through collegiate institutions offering postgraduate instruction.
Our office is located in the
Worcester State College (WSC) Gym
Building,
Room 205, Division of Graduate and Continuing Education.
THERE IS CURRENTLY NO FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE FOR STUDENTS IN OUR PROGRAM. Our ESL classes are non-credit bearing, and as such do not qualify for any type of financial aid.
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