Intensive English Language Program

The Intensive English Language Program (IELP) is designed for students who wish to improve their English in order to gain admission to an American college or university, and also for those who need to use fluent English in their professional lives. There are 23 class hours per week. Classes are communicative, integrating all language skills, and are taught at the beginning, intermediate and advanced levels. Elective classes are offered one day per week and include TOEFL preparation, accent reduction, computer instruction, and idiomatic English, among others. Cultural activities expand each student's ability to use English in a variety of situations.

In addition to the full-time intensive program, the IELP also offers:

Esl 001 Oral Communication for International Students (0 credit)
Esl 002 Academic Writing for International Students (0 credit)
These classes are intended for University at Albany matriculated undergraduate and graduate international students. Off-campus students may also participate if their spoken English is at least at an intermediate level. The offering of these courses is contingent upon sufficient enrollment. Neither course carries University credit.

The IELP runs year round, concurrent with the University's fall and spring semesters, and there is an 8-week summer session.

For further information, contact the IELP by phone at 518-442-3870 or by e-mail at [email protected]. The Internet address is https://www.albany.edu/ielp.

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