ELP at BU

The English Language Program (ELP) at Benedictine University is a rigorous program of English language instruction. Its main purpose is to assist students and professionals in developing their English language skills, enabling them to interact successfully in an environment where English is the predominant or only language. The ELP prides itself on a low student-to-teacher ratio. Varied learning styles are addressed in order to meet individual needs. The program continually strives to provide students with contemporary curriculum design and up-to-the-minute technology. The ELP is open to all students beyond the high school (or equivalent) level. The program offers three options: Intensive English Program, Academic English Program and Short-Term English Culture and Communication Program.

亚伯拉罕林肯英语语言项目
(Abraham Lincoln English Language Program)

留学生服务
(International Student and Scholar Services)

Academic English Program

What is the Academic English Program?

  • Support classes for students who are preparing or beginning to enroll in university programs.
  • Classes provide academic English skills necessary to be successful in college.
  • Academic credit courses are taught by BU full-time professors .
  • Delivery is designed for the needs of international or American English Language Learners that require some extra preparation before beginning full-time university studies.
  • Some classes have the SLA (Structured Learning Assistance) section.

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Intensive English Immersion

What is the Intensive English Immersion Program?

  • An English Language Immersion Program (held at our Springfield Campus)
  • Courses are at 3 levels from beginning to advanced
  • Regular intensive plan is 20 hours per week (including hours spent in the multimedia language laboratory)
  • Students are tested with Institutional TOEFL for placement and upon completion of program
  • 10 week semesters for undergraduates and graduates
  • Students will transfer into the Academic English Program after passing level 3

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Short-term Communication and Culture Programs

What is the Short-term Communication and Culture Programs?

This is a short 4-week course offered to non-native speakers of English who are here in US for a summer study tour. The purpose is to get them immersed in the American culture and prepare them for basic English communication. The course will weave all four elements of listening, speaking, reading and writing, with the emphasize more on listening and speaking.

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