Intensive English Program
Study English in the beautiful mountains of North Carolina
The Intensive English Program at Western Carolina University offers you:
- Quality English language instruction
- Preparation for academic study in the United States
- Safe, small town, American atmosphere with a global outlook
IEP Curriculum
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four levels of English competence from beginning to advanced
- instruction and strategies in reading, writing, speaking, listening, grammar
- 18-20 hours per week in language instruction and activities
Each level of instruction is designed to be completed in one 15-week semester. Beginning level students can complete the program in four semesters including summer study. Other students can complete the program in less time depending upon their level of English proficiency. These courses are offered on a non-for-credit basis.
IEP students may apply for provisional acceptance to Western Carolina University and, after successfully completing the IEP, may apply to a degree program at WCU without a TOEFL score.
The IEP also offers Academic English for Non-native Speakers (English 131) as a credit-bearing elective course for students who have been accepted into a degree program at Western Carolina University.
IEP Highlights
- Small class size
- Orientation to the program and to the university
- Access to all facilities of Western Carolina University
- Opportunities to learn about American culture
- Extracurricular activities
- Collegial learning community
Admission Requirements
- Minimum age of 18
- High school or secondary school diploma
Faculty
Experienced faculty hold graduate degrees in language teaching and have native proficiency in English. IEP students receive individual attention from a dedicated and caring faculty and staff.
Housing and Meals
IEP students live in residence halls on campus. Double or single occupancy rooms are equipped with furniture, utilities, and high speed internet. Meals are served in campus
dining halls and offer a range of food choices. Housing for students who are accompanied by family members is available only in off-campus residences.
Location
Surrounded by forested mountains, WCU’s campus in Cullowhee, North Carolina blends scenic beauty with convenient, modern facilities. Cullowhee is a rural community located two hours away by car from major cities such as Atlanta, Georgia and Knoxville, Tennessee. The nearest airport is Asheville, North Carolina, about an hour’s drive away. The climate in Cullowhee is temperate with four distinct seasons.
Apply online: http://iep.wcu.edu
| Application filing deadlines: |
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| Fall Term (August-December) |
April 1 |
| Spring Term (January-May) |
September 1 |
| Summer Term (May-August) |
February 1 |
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Total cost per 15-week semester:
(subject to change) |
USD $9210 |
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| Academic program |
$3250 |
| University fees |
$1400 |
| Housing and meals |
$3560 |
| Books (estimated) |
$200 |
| Personal expenses (estimated) |
$800 |
Western Carolina University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools.
For program and application information, contact:
Connie Hanna
Director, Intensive English Program
International Programs & Services
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, North Carolina 28723 U.S.A.
hanna@wcu.edu
tel 001.828.227.3458
fax 001.828.227.7080
Apply online: http://iep.wcu.edu
Message from Director
I am pleased that you are thinking about studying English at Western Carolina University. Our Intensive English Program will prepare you for successful academic work whether you continue your education at WCU or another university in the United States. Our university is small enough to know you as a person, to make you feel at home; and yet large enough to ensure that you receive the best possible preparation to meet your goals. I look forward to welcoming you to Western Carolina University.
Connie Hanna
Director, Intensive English Program
