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English Language Institute (ELI)

The English Language Institute (ELI) at Leeward Community College offers a non-credit Intensive English program of 18 hours of classroom instruction per week in 8 week sessions to prepare international students for college level academic success.  There are four levels of study in the ELI from beginning to advanced.  Students advance a level each 8 weeks.   All students take an English placement test upon arrival to determine their English ability.
 
Upon successful completion of the advanced level, students receive automatic admission to Leeward’s degree program without further requirements (no additional testing such as TOEFL, no additional application to fill out).  The English Language Institute is accredited through the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and is also a member of AAIEP (American Association of Intensive English Programs).  

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Course Descriptions

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Program Features include:

  • 18 hours of instruction per week
  • 8 week sessions
  • Beginning to Advanced Levels
  • Small classes
  • Tutoring Center
  • Multi-media lab
  • Small, friendly campus

"The ELI classes are dynamic and interactive.
You learn about the culture and the customs, not just the academics..."
-Patricia Martinez

 I enjoy meeting students from all
over the world here at Leeward."
-Muoy Lim, Cambodia

   

 

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