Study English at an Ivy League University

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1 University of Pennsylvania English Language Programs Study English at an Ivy League University 1

2 One of the top programs in the U.S., the University of Pennsylvania s English Language Programs (ELP) offers Academic English, Business English, and General English to 2,000 students from 35 countries each year. As part of the university community, the ELP opens the door for students to study English at a top-ranked U.S. university. Welcome to Philadelphia, America s birthplace. A vibrant and diverse city of 1.5 million people, Philadelphia is the fifth largest city in the United States, and has... Historical Significance Tax-free Shopping A Cultural Scene University of Pennsylvania Founded in 1740 by Benjamin Franklin, the University of Pennsylvania (Penn) is one of the 8 Ivy League universities. #5 US university US News & World Report, 2012 #1 Business school, Wharton US News & World Report, ,500+ students, 4,000+ international students WASHINGTON, D.C. 1.5 hrs. philadelphia NEW YORK 1.25 hrs. BOSTON 5 hrs. Centrally located, Philadelphia is only hours away from all major east coast U.S. cities, and accessible by all major modes of transit. liberty bell by j. fusco for gptmc; cyclists by r. nowitz for gptmc; rittenhouse restaurant by k. ciappa for gptmc An Exciting Nightlife An Active Outdoor Life Gourmet Restaurants and Ethnic Food 2 3

3 Program Overview Intensive Program page 07 Summer English Institute page 09 University Connection & University Connection Plus page 10 Business Intensive Program page 12 International Business Communication Program page 14 Summer Institute for International Business Students page 16 Benefits of Studying at Penn s ELP Penn s ELP provides students with resources that uniquely prepare them for academic and business experiences. Length of Program 7 weeks 4 weeks 7 weeks 7 weeks 4 weeks 4 weeks Type of English study English level and requirements General with academic & business options All levels Content-based Academic & university admissions Intermediateadvanced Intermediateadvanced General business Professional Pre-MBA High intermediateadvanced High intermediateadvanced + 2 years work experience Advanced + 2 years work experience or MBA acceptance Well-equipped university classrooms Immersion in the language and culture of the U.S. Exposure to the U.S. university system Small class sizes (average of 8 14 students) Cross-cultural exchange with Penn students Student Services and Resources page 19 Accommodations page 20 Custom Programs are available for organizations that have specific needs. These high-impact programs can be delivered internationally at the client s site or on Penn s campus in Philadelphia. Contact the ELP for additional information. Partial Client List Banco Bradesco Fulbright Commission Samsung Saudi Basic Industries Corporation Toyota Corporation Universidad del Norte Experienced Faculty All full-time instructors hold Master s or PhD degrees in English as a Second Language (ESL) or Applied Linguistics and have extensive teaching experience. ELP instructors also have specific areas of expertise, such as business, science, academic preparation, and university admissions. Active in international organizations, they research, publish, and regularly present at professional conferences. 4 5

4 The strength of Penn ELP is the outstanding instructors, who are professional and supportive academically and personally. I learned so much and achieved my goal of getting into a top graduate school and improving English skills for my career. Glaucia M., Brazil Intensive Program In the ELP s accredited Intensive Program (IP), students develop their English language skills through well-designed core and elective courses. Program Features 7 weeks Session length 20 hours Per week 8 levels Beginner to advanced Core Courses Core courses cover integrated skills, including speaking, listening, reading, writing, grammar and vocabulary. Elective Courses Intermediate and advancedlevel students choose from over 40 electives that focus in-depth on specific skills. Intensive Program Sample Week Schedule 20 academic hours per week* Elementary to Low- Intermediate Level ( ) Intermediate Level ( ) Advanced Level (800) mon thurs fri mon thurs fri mon thurs 8 am 9 am Listening and Speaking Core** Listening and Speaking Core** All Skills Core** All Skills Core** Vocabulary Development 10 am Workshop 11 am Advanced Grammar 12 pm 1 pm Reading and Core** Clear Pronunciation 2 pm Conversational Strategies 3 pm 4 pm Reading Academic Texts *1 academic hour = 50 minutes **Each of the levels, , has its own required core course with a specific curriculum designed for that level. Super-Intensive Program Super-Intensive Program (SIP) allows Intensive Program students to take practice courses in the evenings once or twice a week (totaling 22.5 or 25 academic hours per week). 6 7

5 Summer English Institute The Summer English Institute provides a foundation for university-level English. Students receive an introduction to academic content-based language and experience life and culture at a U.S. university. Program Features 4 weeks Session length 20 hours Per week 3 5 hours Field work or socio-cultural activities per week 1 lecture Per week, by a university professor Intermediate, high-intermediate, advanced levels Summer English Institute Sample Week Schedule monday tuesday wednesday thursday friday 9 am All Skills Core* All Skills Core All Skills Core All Skills Core All Skills Core 10 am 11 am Elective** Elective Elective Elective Elective 12 pm 1 pm 2 pm 3 pm Guest lecture by University Professor Art Museum Visit Historical District Visit * All Skills Core course covers integrated skills, including speaking, listening, reading, writing, vocabulary, and grammar. ** Elective course covers academic content and themes that may include topics from Economics, Environmental Science, Design, and Psychology. 8 9

6 University Connection The University Connection program (UniConn) prepares students for the undergraduate and graduate school admissions process as well as academic study at the university level. Program Features 7 weeks Session length 20 hours Per week Intermediate to advanced levels Program benefits Academic English and study skills Customized academic plans One-on-one meetings with a university advisor (maximum 3 hours per session) Orientation to the U.S. university system University admissions-related workshops University Connection Plus University Connection Plus (UniConn Plus) includes all components of UniConn, plus SAT, ACT, GRE, or GMAT preparation courses and extensive one-on-one meetings with a university advisor. University Acceptances UniConn and UniConn Plus students have been accepted into top undergraduate and graduate programs in the U.S., such as: Massachusetts Institute Of Technology Yale University Stanford University University Of Pennysylvania Duke University Boston College UniConn and UniConn Plus Sample Week Schedule 20 academic hours per week* 8 am 9 am 10 am 11 am 12 pm 1 pm 2 pm 3 pm 4 pm UniConn mon-thurs Listening to Lectures Applying to U.S. Universities Academic Reading & Test Strategies for TOEFL *1 academic hour = 50 minutes UniConn-Plus mon-thurs SAT Preparation University Application Essay Research Papers Academic Speaking Credit non-degree courses at Penn Eligible advanced-level students can take a credit course through Penn s College of Liberal and Professional Studies (LPS). This option allows students to study alongside Penn undergraduate students and earn academic credit. Students who take a credit course are also enrolled in 3 advanced ELP electives

7 Business Intensive Program The Business Intensive Program (BIP) focuses on building general Business English skills for highintermediate to advanced-level students and professionals. No prior business experience is required. Program Features 7 weeks Session length 20 hours Per week Penn is a great place to study English as there are many activities on the university campus and in the city of Philadelphia to practice your English, learn about American culture, and make great friends from all over the world. Carlos A., Spain High-intermediate to advanced levels Business Intensive Program Sample Week Schedule 20 academic hours per week mon thurs 10 am 11 am 12 pm 1 pm 2 pm Speaking in the Working World Target Listening Breakthrough Reading 3 pm Professional 4 pm 1 academic hour = 50 minutes 12 13

8 International Business Communication Program The International Business Communication Program (IBCP) concentrates on business communication competencies needed in today s globalized business world. Targeted skills are integrated into simulations based on current international business cases. Two years of professional work experience are required. Program Features 4 weeks Session length hours Per week 3-5 hours Professional and socio-cultural activities per week High-intermediate to advanced levels Targeted Business communication Skills Productive meetings Persuasive and strategic speaking Negotiation strategies Cross-cultural interactions Professional writing Team and individual presentations sample program activites Guest lecture from Wharton professor and/ or local business leader Wharton conference Corporate visit and business networking event Optional trip to NYC or Washington, DC International Business Communication Program Sample Week Schedule academic hours per week* 8 am 9 am 10 am 11 am 12 pm 1 pm 2 pm 3 pm 4 pm 5 pm 6 pm monday tuesday wednesday thursday friday Business Analysis & Decision Making Strategic Speaking Productive Meetings *1 academic hour = 50 minutes Business Analysis & Decision Making Productive Meetings Building a Global Strategy Essential Business Building a Global Strategy Describing Data Describing Data Smart Negotiations Smart Negotiations Essential Business Persuasive Speaking Strategic Speaking Persuasive Speaking Persuasive Speaking Smart Negotiations Corporate Visit Wharton Leadership Lecture Socio-cultural Event 14 15

9 Summer Institute for International Business Students The Summer Institute for International Business Students (SIIBS) equips students with the skills needed for success with the first year MBA curriculum. Admission into an MBA program or two years of work experience is required. mba and business language skills Case study analysis, discussion, and write-up Classroom participation strategies Team presentations Speed reading and timed writing Accurate pronunciation Program Features 4 weeks Session length 20 hours Per week Advanced level Summer Institute for International Business Students Sample Week Schedule 20 academic hours per week* sample program activities Guest lecture by Wharton faculty Discussion with recent Wharton alumnus Corporate visit and business networking event Major League Baseball Phillies game Optional trip to NYC or Washington, DC 8 am 9 am 10 am 11 am 12 pm 1 pm 2 pm 3 pm Power Reading MBA Core: Case Study Analysis, Discussion, and Write-Up Guest Lecture and Discussion with Wharton Professor *1 academic hour = 50 minutes monday tuesday wednesday thursday friday Accurate Speaking Power Reading Accurate Speaking Speed Reading and MBA Core: Presentations MBA Core: Listening to Business Lectures MBA Core: Team Building Corporate Visit Discussion with Wharton Alumnus MBA Core: Idioms 16 17

10 Student Services and Resources The ELP has excellent resources and support services for students. Student Center Learn about fun events on campus and in Philadelphia Relax with a cup of coffee, meet new people, and practice English Check on Penn computers Free Activites and Trips: Additional Resources Academic advising Assistance with cultural adjustment, housing, and visas Private tutoring (additional fees apply) Social and cultural activities, including museum visits, concerts, and parties Field trips, such as professional sporting events, shopping excursions, and beach trips Conversation Partners program to practice English with native speakers (based on availability) Penn student clubs to volunteer, play sports, or explore new interests On-campus Resources PHILLIES STADIUM BY M. KENNEDY FOR GPTMC Wireless internet Student Health Services Access to computer labs, university museums, 15 libraries Lectures by well-known professors and industry leaders Transportation around campus Dining plan options Fitness centers (additional fees apply) 18 19

11 Accommodations E 2 1 G A F D elp H B C 1 2 ELP House at the Sheraton 0.48 kilometers from ELP Shared or single rooms available. Private bathroom, microwave/mini refrigerator, and access to hotel fitness center. International House 0.64 kilometers from ELP Suites of ten single rooms with shared lounge, bathroom, and optional kitchen. Over 350 American and international student residents. Homestay within walking distance of campus Private bedroom, some shared meals with host family. Experience of American life with Englishspeaking family. Dormitories Summer Only On-Campus Penn Dormitories provide a true U.S. university living experience. Available for ELP students attending July and August programs only. Off-Campus Options Penn s Off-Campus Services has information on area apartments, hotels, and other housing options. Please check the ELP website, ( for more information. Free activities, such as international festivals and foreign films. Points of Interest A Institute of Contemporary Art B Penn Park C Penn Museum D Health and Fitness Center E 30th Street Train Station F Movie Theater G Fresh Grocer H Penn Ice-Skating Rink opposite: b. Kirst for GPTMC 20 21

12 Apply to English Language Programs: Enrollment form can be downloaded at: Program-specific requirements can be found on the enrollment form. For more information, please contact us at: University of Pennsylvania English Language Programs 110 Fisher-Bennett Hall 3340 Walnut Street Philadelphia, PA USA Tel: Fax: The University of Pennsylvania values diversity and seeks talented students, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds. The University of Pennsylvania does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam Era Veteran or disabled veteran in the administration of educational policies, programs or activities; admissions policies; scholarship and loan awards; athletic, or other University administered programs or employment. Questions or complaints regarding this policy should be directed to: Executive Director, Office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Programs, Sansom Place East, 3600 Chestnut Street, Suite 228, Philadelphia, PA or by phone at (215) (Voice) or (215) (TDD). The federal Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act requires Penn to provide information on its security policies and procedures and specific statistics for criminal incidents and arrests on campus to students and employees, and to make information and statistics available to prospective students and employees on request. The College and University Security Information Act requires Penn to provide information on its security policies and procedures to students, employees, and applicants; and to provide crime statistics to students and employees, and make those statistics available to applicants and prospective employees upon request. This information is available by calling the Division of Public Safety at Accreditations The Intensive Program at the University of Pennsylvania s English Language Programs is accredited by the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation for the period of August 2006 through August 2016 and agrees to uphold the CEA Standards for English Language Programs and Institutions. CEA is recognized by the US Secretary of Education as a national accrediting agency for English language programs and institutions in the US. We also adhere to the standards of the following two organizations, of which the ELP is a member: AAIEP: Association of American Intensive English Programs, UCIEP: Consortium of University and College Intensive English Programs. Enrollment in the ELP does not constitute admission to any other program at the University of Pennsylvania. Cover Photo of Drexel Park by J. Fusco for GPTMC

13 University of Pennsylvania English Language Programs 110 Fisher-Bennett Hall 3340 Walnut Street Philadelphia, PA USA 24 Tel: Fax: