The English Language Institute (ELI) at the University of Bridgeport is a well-established intensive English as a Second Language program, with experienced teachers holding advanced degrees, a commitment to innovation and excellence in language instruction, and small classes of 3-15 students.ELI students have access to all university resources and benefits. They benefit from being part of a global educational community in the United States.
Purpose: The English Language Institute prepares non-native English speakers for success in undergraduate and graduate programs of the University of Bridgeport.
Mission: The English Language Institute sees its primary mission as promoting exchange and understanding among peoples of all nations by helping them improve their knowledge of the English language as a medium of international communication.
The Bridge to College English Program is for students who are conditionally accepted to a University of Bridgeport undergraduate or graduate academic program and are in ELI’s Advanced level. They can take one or two academic courses during the fall or spring semester, in addition to their ELI program classes. Students will be full-time ELI students and part-time university students.
Students will get an English immersion experience before starting college or graduate school full-time and have a supportive introduction to American higher education. Knowing your English Language Institute level before you arrive allows you to plan your length of study. Meetings with academic advisors while you are in ELI will be arranged for you to learn about your major and plan academic classes.
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The University of Bridgeport was founded in 1927 as the Junior College of Connecticut – the first junior college chartered in the northeastern states... The University maintains its primary commitments and holds fast to its values. Academic programs are offered through thirteen schools, colleges and institutes. Concern for student development and support predominate. A career-oriented focus in academic programs is complemented at the undergraduate level with a state-of-the-art core curriculum that helps students secure competencies for lifelong learning and knowledge about our world. The graduate, professional and health sciences programs offer career-oriented master’s and doctoral degrees.
Co-operative education opportunities, accelerated learning, commitment to teaching and a strong tradition of “students first” are a few of the reasons over 5,300 students are enrolled at the University.
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The English Language Institute (ELI) at the University of Bridgeport offers three (3) academic curriculum levels:
Advanced
High Intermediate
Low Intermediate
In addition we offer a Beginning level for students who have had limited years of English study before arriving:
Beginning
Students are placed in a level by a placement test during Orientation or by a TOEFL or IELTS score submitted before they arrive.
Curriculum Highlights
Students learn academic style Writing of multi-paragraph essays and summaries. The Advanced level learns to write research papers.
Academic Reading skills at the appropriate level are addressed in all classes.
Listening practice is provided by in-class audio and video as well as opportunities in the computer lab. High Intermediate and Advanced classes practice academic lecture listening and note-taking in preparation for university work.
Speaking classes allow for formal and informal, individual and small group speaking tasks, and speaking opportunities are integrated into all skill classes.
Every level studies all the major areas of Grammar, and Advanced grammar classes focus on editing.
Other Highlights
Cultural awareness is part of all classes so that students know how to be successful in a U.S. academic environment.
All students can participate in informal conversation groups with American students after class.
Students have the opportunity to visit university classes and attend campus lectures.
Students write and perform a skit in front of students and teachers.
Students prepare and participate in a semi-formal debate with an audience of their peers and/or university faculty.
Spring session, 2018January 10 – April 27
Summer session, 2018May 9 – August 17
Weekly Schedule
Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.: Grammar/Composition/Reading
Monday through Thursday, 12:45 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.: Listening/Speaking
21 hours per week of classroom activities, use of technology, and cultural awareness in preparation for success at the university.
The English Language Institute (ELI) at the University of Bridgeport offers three (3) academic curriculum levels:
Advanced
High Intermediate
Low Intermediate
In addition we offer a Beginning level for students who have had limited years of English study before arriving:
Beginning
Students are placed in a level by a placement test during Orientation or by a TOEFL or IELTS score submitted before they arrive.
Curriculum Highlights
Students learn academic style Writing of multi-paragraph essays and summaries. The Advanced level learns to write research papers.
Academic Reading skills at the appropriate level are addressed in all classes.
Listening practice is provided by in-class audio and video as well as opportunities in the computer lab. High Intermediate and Advanced classes practice academic lecture listening and note-taking in preparation for university work.
Speaking classes allow for formal and informal, individual and small group speaking tasks, and speaking opportunities are integrated into all skill classes.
Every level studies all the major areas of Grammar, and Advanced grammar classes focus on editing.
Other Highlights
Cultural awareness is part of all classes so that students know how to be successful in a U.S. academic environment.
All students can participate in informal conversation groups with American students after class.
Students have the opportunity to visit university classes and attend campus lectures.
Students write and perform a skit in front of students and teachers.
Students prepare and participate in a semi-formal debate with an audience of their peers and/or university faculty.
Spring session, 2018January 10 – April 27
Summer session, 2018May 9 – August 17
Weekly Schedule
Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.: Grammar/Composition/Reading
Monday through Thursday, 12:45 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.: Listening/Speaking
21 hours per week of classroom activities, use of technology, and cultural awareness in preparation for success at the university.
Course Information
Class size
5-15 Students
Schedule
14 Weeks
Qualification
N/A
Course Schedule
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Tuition
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(USD)$ 5,250 / Week
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On-Campus Dorm/residence
Off-Campus residence
per semester
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(USD)$ 6795
Airport Pickup
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Remarks / Other Information
* Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
Accommodation
On-Campus Housing
Barnum/Seeley/Bodine/Cooper Halls, meals included during fall & spring semesters: starting at $6,795 per session (required for under 21 years of age). Summer housing:$430 per month, no meals included.
Top floors of Bodine Hall, no meals included: $385 per month.
(Available for ELI students accepted into graduate programs or over 25)
Housing
On-campus housing is available for all and required for students under 21 years of age. Undergraduate housing includes meals during the fall and spring semesters. Graduate housing on campus does not include a meal plan and is available for students over 25 or accepted into a graduate program after ELI.
On-campus housing reservations are made through the ELI office. Many students also live off-campus. You can learn more at:
Chaffee and Cooper Hall(NON-Chiropractic/Naturopathic Students)
Accommodation StylePrice
Single Occupancy and Meal Plan$8,675
Double Occupancy and Meal Plan$7,370
Double-as-a-Single and Meal Plan**$9,475
Chaffee and Cooper Hall(Chiropractic/Naturopathic Students)
Single Occupancy and Meal Plan$10,410
Double Occupancy and Meal Plan$7,720
Double-as-a-Single and Meal Plan**$9,810
University Hall
Double Occupancy and Meal Plan$7,950
Triple Occupancy and Meal Plan$7,550
Double-as-a-Single and Meal Plan**$10,220
Single Suite without Meal Plan$6,450
Surroundings
We are located on the campus of the University of Bridgeport facing the playing fields, beaches, and picnic areas of Seaside Park on Long Island Sound. The city of Bridgeport is in the state of Connecticut on the east coast of the United States. Beautiful contemporary and traditional buildings grace the campus. New York City and the small cities and towns of Connecticut are an easy train ride away.
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Activities
At UB’s ELI, students enjoy a full range of program activities that help orient them to the American culture and enrich their stay in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Participating in these activities teach students about the local region, help them practice their English-speaking skills, and invite social engagement with American and other international students for a memorable, life-affirming experience.
As University of Bridgeport students, ELI students can join in all trips, clubs, and events organized by the UB Student Programming office. In addition, the following activities are designed specifically for our international students:
UBuddies is a program that matches native English speaking students with ELI students for conversation and cultural exchange.
Thursday Conversation Group meets after class to play word games and have relaxed conversation with American students.
Trips are organized every session to New York City, sports events, New Haven, and interesting cultural destinations.
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