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 International Center for Language Studies

ICLS

 

WASHINGTON, DC, USA

 

COURSES, PRICES,  ABOUT US

Courses and Prices are subject to change without notice

 

ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROGRAMS

 

Intensive English Program (IEP)

 

The Intensive English Program (IEP) is designed for students, business managers, diplomats and other professionals who seek to develop mastery of the English language.  The program (IEP) is a series of 4-week sessions, from beginning to advanced, meeting from 9:00 a.m. to 12:50 p.m., Monday through Friday.  The series includes ten levels of instruction.  Groups consist of from four to twelve students each.  Emphasis is placed on speaking, listening, reading and writing.  Some students need only a few sessions to achieve their desired level of proficiency.  Other students must begin with the basics and take all or most of the levels in the program.  Incoming students are given a placement test to determine their entry level.  English is the only language used in the classroom.

 

International students applying for an F-1 visa must enroll as a full-time student in the Intensive English Program (IEP)

 

Schedule of Classes For 2005

 

January 3 - January 28

April 25 - May 20

August 15 - September 9

November 7 - December 2

January 31 - February 25

May 23 - June 17

September 12 - October 7

December 5 - December 23*

February 28 - March 25

June 20 - July 15

October 11 - November 4

* 3-week session, prorated

March 28 - April 22

July 18 - August 12

 

 

 

Holidays For 2005

December 31, 2005

New Year's Day

ICLS Closed

January 17, 2005

Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.

ICLS Closed

February 21, 2003

Presidents' Day

ICLS Closed

May 30, 2005

Memorial Day

ICLS Closed

July 4, 2005

Independence Day

ICLS Closed

September 5, 2005

Labor Day

ICLS Closed

October 10, 2005

Columbus Day

ICLS Closed

November 11, 2003

Veterans Day

ICLS Open

November 24 & 25, 2005

Thanksgiving Day

ICLS Closed

December 26, 2005

Christmas Day

ICLS Closed

Fees For 2005

Tuition, per 4-week session ..........................$  695

Registration fee* .........................................$    75

Book fee (per session) ................................ $    50

 

*  Registration fee is non-refundable.  ICLS reserves the right to cancel a class due to lack of enrollment.  In the case of lack of enrollment, the registration fee will be refunded.  Each instructional hour is 50 minutes in length.  All Prices subject to change without notice.

 

Private Instruction

 

Private tutorial instruction is tailored to meet the language objectives of each student.  Class hours are fifty minutes in length and can be arranged to suit individual schedules.  A minimum of two class hours for each session is suggested.  Students enrolled in private tutorials have the opportunity to focus on discrete skills in preparation for professional goals or university study.  All students must take a placement test and have a personal interview before beginning private instruction.

 

A weekly schedule of 4 to 10 hours with a minimum of 30 hours is recommended.

 

30 hours ................................................................  $1,185

Registration fee* ....................................................  $     75

Materials (approx.)................................................... $     50

Additional hours....................................................... $     39.50

 

*  Registration fee is non-refundable.  ICLS reserves the right to cancel a class due to lack of enrollment.  In the case of lack of enrollment, the registration fee will be refunded.  Each instructional hour is 50 minutes in length.  All Prices subject to change without notice.

 

Semi-Private Classes

 

These classes are designed for corporate and organizational clients who request training programs for two individuals. 

 

30 hours, Semi-Private (2), per student ................... $    650

Registration fee, per student*.................................. $      75

Materials per student (approx.)................................ $      50

 

*  Registration fee is non-refundable.  ICLS reserves the right to cancel a class due to lack of enrollment.  In the case of lack of enrollment, the registration fee will be refunded.  Each instructional hour is 50 minutes in length.  All Prices subject to change without notice. 

 

Small Group Classes

Designed for corporate and organizational clients who request training programs for employees either on ICLS premises or off-site.  Groups are formed by the client organization or individuals.  Please call us for rates at (202) 639-8800.

 

High-Intensity Language Training (HILT)

 

The High Intensity Language Training (HILT) program is designed to provide the most productive language learning experience in the shortest possible time.  It includes nine hours of private instruction each day throughout the week, including lunch with an instructor at a nearby restaurant.

 

The primary focus of the HILT course is determined by the needs and professional interests of the student.  A diagnostic test is conducted prior to the first class and specific goals are developed to meet the student’s desired level of proficiency and needs within the time that is available.  The major objective is to improve the student’s ability to speak and understand the spoken language.  New elements of the language are introduced each day, mistakes are corrected, and the student’s confidence and control in using idiomatic English is enhanced.  The student works with a team of three teachers, each of whom spends three hours a day with the student.  Supplementary activities include discussions of topics relating to the student’s work and interests, specialized vocabulary, video presentations and field trips.

 

1 week (45 hours) .................................................  $ 1,965

Registration fee* ...................................................  $      75

Materials (approx.).................................................. $      50

 

*  Registration fee is non-refundable.  ICLS reserves the right to cancel a class due to lack of enrollment.  In the case of lack of enrollment, the registration fee will be refunded.  Each instructional hour is 50 minutes in length.  All Prices subject to change without notice. 

 

EVENING PROGRAMS IN ENGLISH

 

Improving Your English (Evening)

 

The program is a series of 8-week sessions, from beginning to advanced, meeting from 5:45 p.m. to 7:25 p.m., Monday and Wednesday for a total of 32 hours. 100 minutes of instruction without a break.  A minimum of four students is required.

 

The development of the evening program at ICLS stemmed from the many requests we have had from students and clients who wish to continue their English classes as they continue in their daily academic or professional lives.  We have designed the curriculum to include a heavy dose of practice in the pronunciation and vowel sounds of American English and controlled conversation based on current events and practical situations.  Lessons are taught using the ICLS approach to language teaching:  Induced Discourse.

Levels: Beginning through Advanced

 

Schedule of Classes for 2005

 

January 10, 2005 - March 4, 2005

May 9, 2005 - July 11, 2005

September 12, 2005 - November 7, 2005

March 14, 2005 - May 9, 2005

July 18, 2005 - August 22, 2005*

November 14, 2005 - January 11, 2006

* 10 3-hour sessions and One 2-hour session - 32 hours

 

Holidays For 2005

December 31, 2005

New Year's Day

ICLS Closed

January 17, 2005

Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.

ICLS Closed

February 21, 2003

Presidents' Day

ICLS Closed

May 30, 2005

Memorial Day

ICLS Closed

July 4, 2005

Independence Day

ICLS Closed

September 5, 2005

Labor Day

ICLS Closed

October 10, 2005

Columbus Day

ICLS Closed

November 11, 2003

Veterans Day

ICLS Open

November 24 & 25, 2005

Thanksgiving Day

ICLS Closed

December 26, 2005

Christmas Day

ICLS Closed

Fees For 2005

6-week session (24 hours*).......................................................... $  375

Registration fee* ............................................ $   75

Materials per session (approx.)......................... $   50

 

*  Registration fee is non-refundable.  ICLS reserves the right to cancel a class due to lack of enrollment.  In the case of lack of enrollment, the registration fee will be refunded.  Each instructional hour is 50 minutes in length.  All Prices subject to change without notice. 

 

TOEFL TEST PREPARATION

 

Programs

ICLS offers its students a challenging and invaluable TOEFL test preparation courses with several different scheduling options.  These schedules are listed below.

 

The TOEFL preparation program is open to students at the intermediate high and advanced levels.  Anyone with the appropriate level of English may enroll.

 

All classes include:

 

  • Test taking techniques and strategies

  • Timed exercises from each of the test sections allowing students to assess their own progress

  • Lessons targeting individual student areas of needed improvement

  • Writing components to prepare students for the Test of Written English

 

The course addresses each section of the exam.

 

In Listening Comprehension, students “fine tune” their listening discrimination skills.  They listen for key words and phrases, recognize idiomatic expressions, interpret tone of voice, and learn how to respond rapidly and effectively. 

 

In developing Structure and Written Expression, students review grammar.  They focus on correct structural patterns and contrast them with their common misusage. As they concentrate on correct patterns, they began to see the inaccurate ones as they appear on sample tests.  They develop the ability to quickly identify errors and produce accurate responses.

 

In Reading Comprehension , students increase their reading speed.  They learn to recognize meaning within the context of given texts.  They identify main ideas and answer questions using skills such as inference, restatement, and paraphrasing.

 

TOEFL Morning Class Schedule

TOEFL Preparation is offered as the 10th level of our Intensive English Program.  Students joining the program at this level must pass a pre-TOEFL assessment.

 

Levels: Intermediate and Advanced

 

Schedule of Classes For 2005

 

January 3 - January 28

April 25 - May 20

August 15 - September 9

November 7 - December 2

January 31 - February 25

May 23 - June 17

September 12 - October 7

December 5 - December 23*

February 28 - March 25

June 20 - July 15

October 11 - November 4

* 3-week session, prorated

March 28 - April 22

July 18 - August 12

 

 

 

Holidays For 2005

December 31, 2005

New Year's Day

ICLS Closed

January 17, 2005

Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.

ICLS Closed

February 21, 2003

Presidents' Day

ICLS Closed

May 30, 2005

Memorial Day

ICLS Closed

July 4, 2005

Independence Day

ICLS Closed

September 5, 2005

Labor Day

ICLS Closed

October 10, 2005

Columbus Day

ICLS Closed

November 11, 2003

Veterans Day

ICLS Open

November 24 & 25, 2005

Thanksgiving Day

ICLS Closed

December 26, 2005

Christmas Day

ICLS Closed

Fees For 2005

Tuition, per 4-week session ...........................$  695

Registration fee* ..........................................$   75

Materials (Book, tapes, handouts) (per session)$  50

 

*  Each instructional hour is 50 minutes in length.  All Prices subject to change without notice.  Registration fee is non-refundable.  ICLS reserves the right to cancel a class due to lack of enrollment.  In the case of lack of enrollment, the registration fee will be refunded.

 

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