The curriculum of the Intensive English Program consists of seven proficiency levels from high-beginning to pre-university. Classes are limited in number of students. As a general rule, the lower the proficiency level, the fewer students per class. Classes meet during four periods each day, Monday through Friday. Each student has classes with an emphasis on English Structure (Grammar), Writing and Composition (Rhetoric), Reading and Vocabulary, Listening and Conversation.
Elective classes vary from term to term. Recent offerings have included photography, internet English, American movies, music, and art. Provision is made for TOEFL preparation, and classes assist students in pronunciation, test-taking strategies, US culture orientation, and university study skills. Daily assignments are given for all classes.
Quizzes and examinations are given regularly. The A, B, C, F grading system is used. A grade of NP is given to students who have not improved enough to go on to the next level of study. All grades are recorded on the ELI Certificate of Attendance issued to each student at the end of the term. The faculty also presents special certificates and awards to students selected for outstanding academic and cultural contributions to the program.
