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IEP Intensive English Program - Group 20

Language Plus
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Course description

Intensive English Programs (IEP) are full immersion language courses. Classes focus on interactive, conversational English. The IEP curriculum emphasizes speaking and building new vocabulary to help students be more communicative while also integrating other skills to help them improve listening, grammar, reading, and writing. Class themes focus on high-interest topics, culture in the United States, and current events where language is presented in context and students are encouraged to think about and debate these topics. The IEP is an intensive program and you develop your English skills very quickly. IEP students are eligible to apply for a student visa.

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Activities

Class schedule

Course duration
1-52 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
20 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 55 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday

Class times

Morning session
09:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Afternoon session
02:00 PM - 06:00 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

All levels, beginner to advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level. You may also take this test before your arrival in El Paso.

Class size

Average 4 students
Maximum 8 students

Student age

Age range 17 years old and older
Average 26 years old

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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School description

The Language Plus institute is located in a beautifully restored building in the Sunset Heights historic district of El Paso. The institute is just 10 minutes walking from the University of Texas (UTEP) campus and only 10 blocks (a 20-minute walk) to Union Plaza, El Paso’s downtown entertainment district. Sunset Heights is a designated historic district of El Paso and is part of the city’s preservation efforts. It is a safe, clean, and quiet neighborhood, a relaxed mix of residential homes, student housing, and small businesses. The Language Plus institute is designed to be open and friendly. We have large indoor and outdoor common areas and comfortable classrooms for small groups and private classes. Office-wide WiFi and TVs are available throughout the institute. There’s also an onsite snack bar where the coffee and tea are free.

Year opened
1983
Number of classrooms
4

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Free Internet
  • Cultural Trips
  • Computers
  • Studying Area
  • Eating Area
  • Social Activities
  • Wireless Internet
  • TV Room
  • Wheelchair access

Teacher qualifications

Native English speakers
All
Teachers with English teaching certification
All
Teachers with college degrees
All

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at Language Plus varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 26.

School holidays

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
None

School location

The Language Plus Institute is located in a beautifully restored building in the historic district of El Paso, right on the border of the States of Texas / New Mexico and the country of Mexico. This area blends languages and cultures that include the American west, colonial Mexico and ancient American native tribes.

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Reviews

50% recommend

based on 2 reviews
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"Was great experience my spurt in Spanish Language"

Joshua Dyachim

The teachers were well experienced and adapted matera to suit I and my cohorts.

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My ratings for this school

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Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
18 Jun 2018 - 29 Jun 2018
Would you recommend this school?
Yes

"Few options, no groups."

Carolina Freire

My children took English classes for one month at Language Plus.
They had to share the teacher because there were no groups.
The teacher was good although she did many games and did not focus on what I asked for.
I had Spanish classes with Emma for two weeks and she was great!

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Duration of study
4 weeks
Date of study
4 Jun 2018 - 2 Jul 2018
Would you recommend this school?
No
housing

Housing

Language Plus offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast and dinner

NZ$ 674
weekly
Age range: 17 years old and older
Location: In the city center of El Paso
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Wireless internet, free internet, and tV room
Distance to school: 15 - 20 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 674
Host families are all carefully evaluated and approved. Most have been working with Language Plus for years. Home stays include a private room and a shared bathroom. Private bathrooms are available for an additional charge, but availability is limited. Host families include breakfast and dinner 7 days/week and all homes have WiFi and cable or satellite TV. Our host families are very accustomed to hosting international guests and most families are happy to cook vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free meals. Most families are within a 15 to 20 minute walk or 10 to15 minute taxi/bus ride from the Language Plus institute.
hotel

Hotel - Single-person room - Breakfast

NZ$ 763
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: In the city center of El Paso
Housing type: Hotel
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast (7 meals per week)
Facilities: Private bathroom, wireless internet, free internet, and tV room
Distance to school: 5 - 15 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 763
Hotel accommodations include private room with private bathroom, breakfast, WiFi, and satellite TV. A 50% non-refundable deposit is required for hotel accommodation.
visa

Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

If you are studying full time in the United States for more than 18 hours per week, you will receive an I-20 that you need to submit to the US embassy along with your F-1 student visa application. The I-20 has a SEVIS tracking number on it. Students who wish to apply for a student visa must pay the SEVIS fee online before going to the US embassy or consulate for their visa interview.

Your I-20 will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged $25 when you register.

Please note that United States law states that an I-20 can only be issued to students who intend to pursue full-time English language studies. United States law does not permit students to study part-time with an F-1 Student Visa. If you are studying for less than 18 hours per week, you have to apply for a Visitor Visa (B1/B2) on your own.

Learn more about how to get a US student visa »

Visit the US Department of State website »

Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to El Paso based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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