Learn the English language and advance your studies at an American university with
正澳门六合彩开奖直播鈥檚 Intensive English Program.
Our Intensive English Program immerses international students in the study of the
English language and American culture. Courses are designed to improve listening,
speaking, reading and writing skills, preparing you to enroll at 正澳门六合彩开奖直播
or another American university in as little as one semester of coursework.
Our Intensive English Program immerses international students in the study of the
English language and American culture. Classes are small and provide personalized
attention for all students. Content is taught using communicative and project based
approaches, requiring students to work together to build the language and cultural
skills needed for academic success.
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Accredited by the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation
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95%
of students successfully complete an undergraduate or graduate degree after our program.
13:1
student-faculty ratio
23
hours per week students spend immersed in the English language
Upcoming Semester Schedules
The 正澳门六合彩开奖直播 Intensive English Program follows the university calendar. Students
should plan to arrive on campus no more than three days before classes begin.
Fall and Spring sessions are structured as 15-week programs. Summer sessions are structured
as 10-week programs.
Friday, June 6, 2024 | Computer placement test (administered remotely)
Monday, June 10, 2024 | Classes begin
Monday, July 14, 2024 | Mid-semester start date
Friday, Aug. 18, 2024 | Classes end, Graduation
Friday, Aug. 22, 2024 | Computer placement test (administered remotely)
Thursday, Dec. 6, 2024 | Last day of classes, Graduation
Friday, Jan. 10, 2025 | Complete online placement test
Monday, Jan. 13, 2025 | Writing and Speaking Test
Monday, March 3, 2025 | Spring Break begins
Monday, March 10, 2025 | Spring Break ends, mid semester start date
Thursday, April 17, 2025 | Easter Break begins
Monday, April 21, 2025 | Classes resume
Wednesday, April 30, 2025 | Last day of classes, Graduation
What I appreciate most about this program has been our teachers. Since the first day
we arrived, they were always interested and willing to help us improve our English.
All of our teachers have helped each one of us and we carry in our hearts a great
memory of each one of you.
Hector Lange Aparicio | Biochemistry '25, IEP Program '21
The teachers are wonderful. When I came here, I wondered if I would miss my family.
But when I see the teachers and meet with them during office hours, they help me with
any difficulties. They are like my second family.
Raad Alosaimi | IEP Program Student
The English Language Center will always have a place in my heart...You will find a
top-quality academic program taught by expert instructors who are passionate about
helping students learn English.
Khadija Albardweel | Nursing '26, IEP Program '21
What Sets Us Apart
Personalized Approach
Personalized Approach
We will assess your English proficiency and develop a learning plan personalized to
your needs. Small classes allow you to fully participate in the program while receiving
the mentoring and personal attention Wilkes is known for. Coursework is combined with
collaborative projects and experiential activities that develop in-depth cultural
awareness while you advance your knowledge of the English language.
Immersive Experiences
Immersive Experiences
You will live and study among American students on a campus that is small, safe and
filled with exceptional opportunity. Students work closely together to enjoy learning
activities held inside and outside of the classroom. Experiential trips include white
water rafting excursions, hiking adventures, or day trips to Philadelphia or New York
City, located just two hours away.
A Program at Your Pace
A Program at Your Pace
Based on proficiency, the program can be completed anywhere from one semester (about
13 weeks) to one year. We offer start dates in the spring, summer or fall, allowing
you to take classes year-round.
Program Roadmap
IEP Classes are divided into six levels:
Level 1: Beginner
Level 2: Low Beginner
Level 3: Intermediate
Level 4: High Intermediate
Level 5: Advanced
Level 6: High Advanced
Students advance one level each semester.
Placement
The Program鈥檚 placement testing places students in levels that are appropriate for
their learning and English development. Students will be tested in reading, writing,
listening, speaking, and grammar. The reading, listening, and grammar portions of
the test will be administered and graded via computer using the Oxford Online Placement
Test (OOPT). This test assesses use of English (grammar and reading) and listening
skills in an adaptive online format. The speaking test will be given via Zoom, and
students will answer a series of 30 questions orally, and placement is determined
by the number of correct responses. The following charts show the subject areas WooSuk
students will be tested on, along with the correlating level their scores place them
in.
Speaking Test Scoring
Score
Placement Level
11 - 21
Level 1
22 - 33
Level 2
34 - 40
Level 3
41 - 47
Level 4
48 - 54
Level 5
55 - 60
Level 6
Writing Test Scoring
Score
Placement Level
2 - 3
Level 1
4 - 5
Level 2
6 - 7
Level 3
8 - 9
Level 4
10 - 11
Level 5
12
Level 6
Oxford Placement Test Scoring
Score
Placement Level
11 - 21
Level 1
22 - 33
Level 2
34 - 40
Level 3
41 - 47
Level 4
48 - 54
Level 5
55 - 60
Level 6
All students are required to take reading, writing, listening/speaking, grammar and
computer lab.
Other courses offered at certain levels include conversation skills, vocabulary and
IELTS or TOEFL test prep. Students enjoy small classes and individual attention from
certified ESL instructors.
Required Courses
Reading
The intensive reading curriculum is divided into six levels: beginner, high beginner,
intermediate, high intermediate, advanced, and high advanced. At the beginning levels,
students develop their ability to read and write words, phrases, and sentences. They
also learn basic skills and strategies designed to improve decoding, vocabulary acquisition,
and reading comprehension.
The intermediate levels build upon these skills and focus more on developing literal
comprehension, fluency, vocabulary development, and critical thinking skills. At the
advanced levels, students become proficient in the skills required for academic studies
with a continued emphasis on vocabulary development and analytical comprehension.
Literature and critical analysis of readings also serve as sources for refining and
expanding students鈥� critical and academic reading skills.
Writing
Students undergo intensive courses in writing. Throughout the six levels, the focus
remains on the academic language skills needed for entrance into English 101 and for
university studies. The courses focus on academic writing, beginning at the sentence
level in level one and expanding to the writing of expository and argumentative essays,
summaries of academic readings and current events, critical analysis of readings in
literature, research and documentation in the advanced levels.
Listening and Speaking
These courses provide instruction in listening and speaking for all levels. Thematic
topics relevant to university students formulate the basis for intellectually stimulating
listening, speaking and critical thinking tasks. The courses aim to prepare students
for successful receptive and productive communication in social and academic environments.
Students begin by learning basic survival vocabulary and simple conversational strategies
and progress to extrapolating key points from lectures and readings to prepare presentations,
debates, conversations and other activities that demonstrate understanding of material
covered and preparedness for university studies.
Grammar
These courses provide students with a thorough and systematic review of grammatical
structures and their use in authentic language situations. The emphasis in the beginning
and intermediate levels is on the basic mechanics of the language and the correct
formation of complete sentences. This is taught primarily via a communicative approach.
The beginner level uses a multimedia program and a variety of interactive tools to
engage students in learning. Intermediate levels use a variety of pair and group work,
media clips, and exercises to learn and reinforce grammar rules through oral and written
language production.Advanced levels focus more on the structures necessary for academic
English writing and speaking, including more complex sentence and verb structures.
The objectives for these classes are needs-based and are driven by the grammar errors
common among our student population.
Vocabulary 1-2
Students will take academic vocabulary courses. All classes focus on the University
Word List (UWL) and utilize tasks to assist students in acquisition of these words.
A skills based approach is utilized to learn vocabulary while reading, writing, listening,
and speaking.
IELTS/TOEFL
We also offer IELTS and TOEFL iBT preparation depending on student needs. These classes
are offered on Mondays and Wednesdays and Tuesdays and Thursdays and are available
only to level 3, 4, 5 and 6 students.
Conversation
Offered in conjunction with IELTS and TOEFL iBT prep. These classes are offered two
days a week, opposite the IELTS/TOEFL prep classes and provide students the opportunity
to practice the language learned in their morning classes.
Additional Courses
Vocabulary (Level 1-5 Students)
Students will take academic vocabulary courses. All classes focus on the University
Word List (UWL) and utilize tasks to assist students in acquisition of these words.
A skills based approach is utilized to learn vocabulary while reading, writing, listening
and speaking.
IELTS/TOEFL Prep (Level 3+ Students)
We offer IELTS and TOEFL iBT preparation depending on student needs. These classes
are offered in Monday-Wednesday and Tuesday-Thursday blocks.
Conversation
Offered in conjunction with IELTS and TOEFL iBT prep. These classes are offered two
days a week (opposite the IELTS/TOEFL prep classes) and provide students the opportunity
to practice the language learned in their morning classes.
Audit Undergraduate Courses
In some IEP programs, students will be able to choose undergraduate classes to audit.
Auditing means students should attend all face to face classes but are not required
to do the work. The purpose is for students to be with American students and experience
what a typical American university summer class is like, without any of the pressure
or need to worry about a grade. While not required, students are welcome to complete
and submit as many assignments as you like.
A student will successfully graduate from the program after meeting all of the following
requirements.
Completion Requirements
All full-time students in the IEP must take the official TOEFL iBT or IELTS test in
order to obtain a certificate of completion and graduate. Undergraduate students must
achieve a 60 on the TOEFL iBT or a 5.5 on the IELTS in order to exit the intensive
English language program. Graduate students can exit the IEP when they achieve a 6.0
on the IELTS or a 79 on the iBT.
Undergraduate students must complete Level 5 with a combined GPA and level test score
of 75% to graduate. Graduate students must complete Level 6 with a combined GPA and
level test score of 75% to graduate.
Students must receive final approval from the director stating that these requirements
have been successfully met. Please note: If a student鈥檚 official IELTS/TOEFL score cannot be verified, the program
director cannot issue a certificate of completion to the student or allow him/her
to walk in the graduation ceremony.
Graduation
All eligible level five students will participate in the IEP Graduation ceremony.
However, official completion certificates will be available to students only after
TOEFL iBT or IELTS scores have been received. Students must bring their official score
reports to the Assistant Director鈥檚 office to receive their official graduation certificate.
Students will not be admitted to 正澳门六合彩开奖直播 without this Certificate.
A program or institution that is accredited by the Commission on English Language
Program Accreditation must continue to meet the CEA Standards for English Language
Programs and Institutions throughout its period of accreditation. To ensure such compliance,
CEA provides the public the opportunity to report any evidence that the standards
are not being met.
