Intensive English Program
Pensacola, USA
DURATION
8 up to 16 Weeks
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Request application deadline
EARLIEST START DATE
03 Mar 2025
TUITION FEES
USD 3,950
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Introduction
Intensive English at UWF
The intensive English program of UWF is designed to prepare international students for successful study at the graduate and undergraduate levels. The talented teaching staff focuses on improving students’ ability to speak, listen, read, and write comprehensively in English. The program also focuses on the requirements for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), which is required to study at many American universities.
The University offers five levels of instruction to meet the individual needs of every student, and the program is designed for students to be able to progress at their own pace and develop a better mastery of English each semester. In addition to classroom instruction, the IEP offers extracurricular activities to provide students with fun, informal opportunities to practice what they have learned and gain a better understanding of U.S. culture.
Program Overview
- The Intensive English Program offers five levels of instruction, beginning through advanced.
- Students are given an Entry English Placement Test (EPT) on the first day of class, and the results are used to determine students' level placements.
- Students who are stronger in one skill than another may be placed in different levels for each skill.
- Advancement to the next level of instruction is based on academic performance, meeting level completion requirements, attendance, instructor recommendations, and Exit EPT results.
- During most semesters, full-time students usually take twenty hours (20) per week of classes in English, reading, writing, and grammar, in addition to listening and speaking.
- Low teacher-to-student ratio with about 15 students per class.
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Program Outcome
Program Mission
The primary mission of the Intensive English Program is to prepare international students for successful study at the graduate or undergraduate level in institutions of higher learning in the USA.
Students are taught to:
- Read university-level materials.
- Write academic papers and take exams.
- Speak more fluently in both formal and informal settings.
- Take good, clear notes at lectures.
- Complete timed, objective tests.
- Function knowledgeably in American culture and in a university environment.
The IEP also provides language instruction to individuals admitted to the University of West Florida who wish to improve their level of English proficiency and cultural awareness in the form of English for Non-Native Speakers (ENS) courses.
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Why study at UWF Intensive English Program
Why Study English?
- English is one of the top business languages in the world.
- Learning English can give you a competitive advantage in the job market and increase your chances of getting a good job in a multinational company.
- English is a challenging language. Learn from faculty who work individually with students to facilitate learning mastery.
- Learning English increases your admission chances and academic success in the American university system.
- English is the official language in over 50 countries.
Top 10 reasons why you should come to the University of West Florida
- Nationally-Recognized Majors and Programs: UWF offers a wide variety of nationally recognized majors and programs with an emphasis on experiential learning opportunities.
- Location: Located on the beautiful Gulf Coast of Florida, UWF is just minutes away from Downtown Pensacola and the world’s best beaches.
- Small Class Sizes: At UWF, small class sizes provide endless opportunities for hands-on learning within a collaborative environment.
- Committed to High-Impact Practices: Our dedicated faculty members take every opportunity to interact with students both inside and outside of the classroom.
- Professors Who Know Your Name: UWF’s small class sizes provide unparalleled opportunities for professors and students to work together within a close-knit environment.
- Beautiful Campus: Situated on a beautiful 1,600-acre campus, UWF offers a learning environment like no other.
- Modern Facilities: One of the perks of being part of a vibrant and growing institution like UWF is making use of its new, state-of-the-art facilities.
- Student Life: With more than 200 student organizations to choose from, there are plenty of ways to get involved.
- Affordable: UWF offers one of the most affordable tuition plans in Florida and in the U.S.
- Career Connections: UWF students have numerous opportunities to network with working professionals and alumni, building connections that will serve them well beyond college.