English Language Programs in Texas

Houston

The School is located on the campus of the University of St. Thomas, which offers a pool, gymnasium, weight room, and tennis, basketball and racquetball courts.
Beautiful Gulf of Mexico beaches and sailing are located one hour from the school.

THE LOCAL AREA

Houston, America's fourth-largest city, is the center of the energy industry and a major international port. This culturally rich metropolis is also home to one of the largest, most advanced medical centers in the world.

ACTIVITIES

Visit the National Air and Space Administration (NASA) and Space Center Houston. For a taste of the Old West, student excursions include horseback riding and rodeos. Take weekend trips to San Antonio, Dallas, New Orleans and Mexico – all easily accessible.
Enjoy year-round golf, tennis, soccer, cycling, hiking and softball.


COURSED OFFERED

Intensive English Course (30 lessons per week)
Semi-Intensive English Course (20 lessons per week)

Course Profile:

• 12 levels of instruction from Beginning to Masters

• Course length: 4 weeks per level

• Maximum class size: 15 in Structure/Speaking Practice and Conversation

HOUSING

Apartment, Campus Residence Hall, Homestay


TUITION AND FEES (per Four-Week Session)

Tuition and Fees: $1,325 (Intensive)
                            $880 (Semi-Intensive)
Health Insurance: $50
Campus Residence Hall: $460
Homestay: $720
Apartment: $900 (approximate)

There is a one-time application fee of US$100. Homestays require a one-time US$200 placement fee; Campus Residence Hall housing requires a deposit of US$125.


START DATES

2000:  Oct. 9,  Nov. 6,  Dec. 4

2001:  Jan. 2,  Jan. 29,  Feb. 26,  Mar. 26,  Apr. 23,  May 21,
             Jun. 18,  July 16,  Aug. 13,  Sep. 10,  Oct. 8,  Nov. 5,
             Dec. 3

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