UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY CENTER FOR ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE 2015 Agency Partnership Presentation
HIGHLIGHTS Top 100 Public Research University in the United States Top 300 Higher Education Institution Worldwide Conditional Admission offered at both the Graduate and Undergraduate levels Located in beautiful, safe, progressive Lexington, Kentucky
THE CENTER FOR ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (CESL)
ABOUT CESL The University of Kentucky (UK) offers 300 majors and degree programs, more than 25 of which are ranked nationally in the Top 20. International students can be conditionally admitted to degree programs at UK and then enroll in the Center for English as a Second Language to improve their English skills. The Center for ESL’s Intensive English Program is an academic English language program that helps students gain English proficiency for full admission to academic programs at the University of Kentucky or other U.S. colleges and universities. While in the Center for ESL, students enjoy full access to all University of Kentucky facilities (recreation, health, libraries, clubs, etc.). The Center for ESL provides many opportunities for students to interact with native English speakers, including in special classes, on outings, and through partnerships with UK colleges and departments. The University of Kentucky is located in beautiful and progressive Lexington, Kentucky, which is one of the top-ranked college towns in the United States. The Center for ESL is a proud member of EnglishUSA and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
PROGRAM DATA University Type: Public Average Enrollment: 225 Established: 1979 Average Class Size: 12-15 Internet/Wifi Access: Free University Location: Urban On-Campus Student Advisor:Available Membership/Accreditation: Transportation: Air, Bus, Car EnglishUSA, SACS Airport Pickup: Available Tuition Comparison: Low upon Request
ABOUT THE INTENSIVE ENGLISH PROGRAM (IEP) The Center for ESL’s Intensive English Program is an academic English language program that helps students gain English proficiency for full admission to academic programs at the University of Kentucky or other U.S. colleges and universities. The IEP offers five, eight-week sessions per year (two sessions during the spring semester, two sessions during the fall semester, and one during the summer semester) and one, four-week summer session. Students receive 20 hours of in-class instruction per week. In Fall and Spring, classes meet Monday through Friday. In Summer, students attend class Monday through Thursday, with longer weekends allowing students to enjoy extracurricular activities and summer travel. Seven levels of classes are available from Basic English (for students with no working knowledge of English) to Level Six (for advanced students nearly ready for matriculation to their intended majors). Beginning level students learn basic English vocabulary and structure in small classes that enable one-on-one teacher interaction. Classes are divided into four sections: grammar, reading, writing and listening and speaking. As students move on to more challenging levels of the intensive program, academic preparation is added to focus students on both language and culture appropriate to studying at a U.S. university. Advanced level classes consist of three core classes and a variety of electives. Previous electives include: American Cinema, Business and Professional Communication, iBT TOEFL preparation, Vocabulary, and the American Essay. All classes emphasize skills integration and interaction among students and teachers. Class sizes average from 12 to 15 students, which is the ideal size for effective English language instruction. Students can take advantage of the Center for ESL Learning Center, where trained ESL consultants offer assistance with homework, special classes on U.S. academic culture, and TOEFL tutorials, among other educational programs.
IEP COURSE DATA Average Class Size: 12-15 Students Class Levels: 7 (Basic English, Level 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6) Course Length: 8 Weeks (4 week session available to new students) Minimum Age: 16 years old Visa Information: 1-20 Issued Upon Request Housing Options: On-Campus Dormitory & other Off-Campus Housing
STUDENT COUNTRIES OF ORIGIN The Center for English as a Second Language enrolls approximately 225 students in each of six terms per year (five, eight-week terms and one four-week summer term). Most students are conditionally admitted to academic programs at the University Kentucky. Center for ESL students come from all over the world. Currently, we enroll students from Ecuador, Mexico, Brazil, Saudi Arabia, Oman, China, Thailand — and many more countries.
FACULTY QUALIFICATIONS All faculty in the Center for English as a Second Language hold PhDs or MAs in TESL or related fields. Beyond the United States, Center for ESL faculty have taught in Africa, the Middle East, East and Southeast Asia, Europe, and Central and South America, for organizations including the U.S. State Department, the Fulbright Program, U.S. and national universities, and nongovernmental organizations. Center for ESL faculty stay up to date on language teaching developments by attending regional and national conferences such as TESOL and AAAL. The Center for ESL offers special classes for faculty to facilitate their continuous professional development, such as Curriculum Development and Arabic Language and Culture.
THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY & LEXINGTON
ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY The University of Kentucky (UK) is a land-grant, Carnegie Research University (very high research activity), and it is Kentucky’s flagship public university. UK began with 273 students in 1876 and now enrolls more than 34,000 students. The 17 academic colleges at UK offer degree programs to students from every county in Kentucky, every state in the United States, and 75 countries around the world. Students can enroll in bachelor’s degrees in 117 majors, master’s degrees in 70 areas, and doctorate degrees in 47 areas of study. The University of Kentucky is a Top 100 public research university. More than 25 UK programs are ranked nationally in the Top 20, including Pharmacy, Computer Science, and Public Affairs; the Gatton College of Business and Economics ranks among the 10 most popular business schools in the country. With more than 12,000 staff and 2,000 faculty, the University of Kentucky is one of Kentucky’s largest employers. The University of Kentucky is nationally recognized for its athletics programming. The UK Wildcats Men’s Basketball team is arguably the best collegiate team in history, and it is one of the most celebrated teams in the country. The “Cats” have won eight National Championships, the most recent in 2012. While studying in the Center for ESL, students join the fun and quickly learn to cheer for the Cats!
HOUSING On-Campus Off-Campus Students are encouraged to live on the Many students chose to live in private University of Kentucky’s campus. In the apartments surrounding campus. Housing last five years, UK has invested significant in Lexington is very affordable, and the resources in student housing, and the University of Kentucky can recommend off- majority of UK students live in these newly campus housing options at various prices. constructed residences. Students who stay While homestays are not available, the on campus benefit from living with Center for ESL partners with the American students — they increase their opportunities for cultural and language International Hospitality Program, and our exchanges, are more able to participate in students can be matched with American organized on-campus activities, can eat at families around Lexington with whom they any on-campus dining hall, and are more can enjoy dinners, holidays, and American likely to be successful in the classroom. culture.
LEXINGTON AND SURROUNDING AREA The University of Kentucky is located in the city of Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky is in the “heart” of the United States, and Lexington is in the “heart” of Kentucky! With a population of 310,000, Lexington is a unique combination big city and small town. International students will find many exciting things to do in Lexington — they can enjoy American southern cuisine at one of the city’s world -class restaurants, shop at the largest mall in the state of Kentucky, or visit galleries, shops, and historic sites in the vibrant downtown district. Lexington is located in Kentucky’s Bluegrass Region, which is famous for its beautiful horse farms. Because of the many horse farms and the importance of thoroughbred racing in the area, Lexington is known as the “Horse Capital of the World.” Lexington has warm summers, cool winters, and four distinct seasons. Lexington is short drive from several major cities: Louisville, Kentucky (1 hour), Cincinnati, Ohio (1 hour), Indianapolis, Indiana (3 hours), Chicago, Illinois (5 hours), and St. Louis, Missouri (5 hours). Via the Lexington Bluegrass Airport, cities such as New York, Atlanta, Washington DC, and Miami are also easily accessible.
WORKING WITH CESL
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