INTENSIVE ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROGRAM Fargo, North Dakota, USA

INTENSIVE ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROGRAM Fargo, North Dakota, USA

INTENSIVE ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROGRAM The Intensive English Language Program (IELP) at North Dakota State University (NDSU) is taught on campus in Fargo, North Dakota, and fully accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. The IELP is offered each fall, spring and summer term to high/secondary school graduates interested in studying advanced English or for individuals who want to come to the United States to improve their English proficiency, before pursuing an academic degree. Prospective students must have studied English previously and have a minimum proficiency level of lower intermediate. This program also is required for students who want to apply for conditional admission to an academic program. PROGRAM FEATURES Skill-based courses: 20+ credit hours each term Access to native English-speaking instructors Small class sizes One-on-one tutoring program Access to all university activities and facilities Conditional admission option to an academic program (requires additional application process and course payment) 2 3

HOUSING A PLACE TO CALL HOME The Department of Residence Life creates supportive, safe and healthy places for students to live and learn. NDSU students can choose from a variety of on-campus housing options in residence halls, apartments or married student living, access to meal plans and waking up every day just steps from class. Basic services in residence halls include high-speed computer data jacks, basic cable television, coinless laundry, study lounges, computer clusters and local telephone services. On-campus housing is guaranteed for first-year students who completed secondary school within the past six months prior to enrollment. More information at www.ndsu.edu/reslife. ESTIMATED COSTS (PER TERM) Undergraduate Tuition $5,812 Student fees 756 Books/supplies 400 Health insurance 1,090 Housing/meal plan 3,898 Total $11,956 Costs are subject to change without notice. Visit www.ndsu.edu/intladmissions/costs for updates. Graduate Tuition $5,903 Student fees 756 Books/supplies 400 Health insurance 1,090 Housing/meal plan 3,898 Total $12,047 4 5

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Minimum cumulative average of 2.5/4.0 or equivalent Minimum average of 70 percent in previous English study OR score of: TOEFL: 40 (IBT) or 433 (PBT) IELTS: 4.0 Pearson s: 38 ELS: 103 Financial support equivalent to estimated costs for two terms One letter of recommendation $35 IELP application fee, nonrefundable Complete online IELP application How to apply to the IELP only 1. Apply at: www.ndsu.edu/ intladmissions/ielp 2. Click "Apply Now" link and follow instructions to create a login and new password 3. Submit all requirements listed on your application profile Application deadlines Spring Term: Nov. 1 Summer Term: April 1 Fall Term: June 1 Note: If you also plan to apply for conditional admission to an academic program, the undergraduate or graduate application deadlines will apply. CONDITIONAL ADMISSION OPTION An international student who meets all academic requirements, yet whose English examination report is below the requirement for full admission, can be considered for conditional admission to an NDSU academic program. This option still reflects admission for full-time study at NDSU. Conditional admission applicants should submit all required undergraduate or graduate application materials, in addition to an online IELP Application and nonrefundable $35 IELP application fee. Eligibility to register for one or more academic classes, while still enrolled in the IELP, is subject to English proficiency results in the on-campus placement test or IELP coursework. Program length is determined on an individual student basis and dependent upon completion of IELP course requirements. After successful completion full-standing admission will be granted. CONDITIONAL APPLICATION STEPS Undergraduate students: 1. Apply at: www.ndsu.edu/intladmissions/conditional 2. Complete all admission requirements and steps listed on page 6 before posted deadlines 3. Mail all academic and financial records to NDSU Office of Admission address Graduate students: 1. Go to www.ndsu.edu/gradschool 2. Under Student Tools menu click "Apply Online" 3. Submit Application Creation Form 4. Login with graduate username and password to submit required materials 5. If your academic department permits conditional admission, you will be informed. If not, please apply for IELP only admission separately with process on page 6. 6 7

ALL THE SUPPORT YOU LL NEED Studying at NDSU may take you thousands of miles away from home, but you will never be truly alone. The university s Office of International Student and Study Abroad Services is devoted to helping students have a successful university experience. Among the services the office provides: Arrival assistance such as airport pickup and orientation Advice on immigration, employment and cultural issues Affiliation with cultural associations, organization of activities and outreach events for international students and community NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY NDSU is a student-focused, land-grant, research university recognized as a leader among its peers. The university has more than 14,700 students with nearly 1,000 students coming from over 75 countries. NDSU offers more than 100 undergraduate majors to choose from, as well as master s degree and doctoral programs. The main campus is located in Fargo, N.D., with research centers located across the state. Campus facilities include the state-of-the-art Wallman Wellness Center with weight lifting areas, rock climbing wall, indoor running tracks, and volleyball and badminton courts. Students have access to more than 500 computers on campus in 14 different clusters and wireless network is available in most buildings. NDSU offers nearly 300 student organizations to get involved and meet other students around campus and in the community. 8 9

Winnipeg FARGO, NORTH DAKOTA NDSU is located in Fargo, N.D. With its twin city of Moorhead, Minnesota, the metropolitan area has a population of more than 200,000. Fargo provides bigname entertainment at the Fargodome, cultural enrichment opportunities, and sport and recreational activities, such as golf, soccer, tennis and baseball. Seattle Denver Fargo Minneapolis Chicago New York North Dakota experiences variable weather, hot summers and cold winters, with many mild days in between. Fargo-Moorhead citizens take pride in their safe, peaceful and clean environment, and they have an open, friendly attitude toward visitors from abroad. Los Angeles Miami 10 11

CONTACT US NDSU OFFICE OF ADMISSION North Dakota State University Ceres 114 Dept 2832 PO Box 6050 Fargo, ND 58108-6050 USA Phone: 1-701-231-8643 QQ#: 2764433632 Skype ID: ndsu.intl.admissions Email: ndsu.intl.admissions@ndsu.edu Website: www.ndsu.edu/intladmissions North Dakota State University does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or status as a U.S. veteran. Direct inquiries to the Vice President for Equity, Diversity, and Global Outreach, 102 Putnam Hall, (701) 231-7708.