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.
Students range in age from 17 to 60 plus and typically come from more than twelve countries.
The IEP is an intensive English program that focuses on English for academic purposes. This program offers:
- 6 levels of instruction (Beginner - Advanced)
- Grammar, Writing, Reading and Listening/Speaking courses
- Mon. - Thurs. classes from 9:00 am - 2:20 pm (18 hrs/wk)
- 8-week sessions in January, March, June, August & October
Please note that the IEP is no longer offering the TOEFL ITP (Exit Exam) as an alternative to admission to the University. However, TOEFL has introduced at-home version of the that the University is accepting for admission.
Due to the intensive nature of the program, there is the expectation of approximately 18 hours of outside 'homework' per week.
Special features include:
- Small class size
- Friendly, helpful, and experienced staff and faculty
- Access to all university facilities such as computer labs and recreational facilities
- Opportunities to meet Americans and visit university classrooms
- Conversation hours and extracurricular activities
Curriculum
Our courses are primarily designed to prepare international students for academic study at American universities. There are six proficiency levels of instruction. In all of these levels, students receive 20 hours of instruction in grammar, reading, writing, listening, speaking, and pronunciation per week. In addition, students are expected to do 2-4 hours of homework each day to practice and reinforce the lessons. Classes are purposely kept small so that you can receive the individual attention needed to improve your English language skills.
Periodic elective classes are also available to students. Some possible elective classes are Mathematical Vocabulary, Reading Skills and Study Skills courses.
At the beginning of each 8-week session, all newly admitted students will be required to take a placement exam to determine their appropriate level. During the first week of class, the instructor will carefully review the student’s performance to make sure that he/she is placed in the proper level.
As a student progresses, the student may be in different levels of Grammar and Writing or Reading and Listening/Speaking/Pronunciation, depending on the student's achievement.
Please note that the IEP is not currently offering the TOEFL ITP (Exit Exam) as an alternative to admission to the University. However, TOEFL has introduced at -home version of the that the University is accepting for admission.
Costs
Application/Deposit Fees:
- IEP Application fee (non-refundable): $50.00
- For University housing: a non-refundable application/deposit fee is required to reserve a room. (sent to the Housing Office after being admitted to IEP)
Fees
- Tuition (per 8-week program, full-time): $2,000.00 (includes classroom facilities, instructors, academic and college placement advising, student fees for campus facilities.) Additional fees are required for extracurricular courses.
- Mandatory health insurance: $550.00 (estimated per 8-week session)
- Books & class supplies: $300.00 (estimated per 8-week session)
- Traditional shared room and Cajun Classic meal plan: Visit for costs. Please note that University Housing is secured by 16-week semester.
Other housing options are available. Prices are subject to change. For the most current rates, please visit the Office of University Housing's .