English Language Center

Why the ELC?

Colorado and Denver

University of Denver

English Language Center (ELC)

English Conditional Admission (ECA)

Student Life and Resources

ELC Student Success

How to apply

Colorado

• The State of Colorado is located in the Mountain region of the U.S.• The City of Denver is the capital of Colorado

Colorado

• The Rocky Mountains – 54 mountains with peaks of 14,000 feet (4,270 meters) or higher• The Outdoors – hiking, camping, and skiing are popular activities• 3rd Most Educated State in the U.S. – many with university degrees• International Students – over 11,500 students from around the world study in Colorado

Denver

• Denver is a large, urban city - ranked the 2nd best city to live in the U.S.• Located ~1 hour East of the Rocky Mountains• Largest city park system in the U.S. with 205 parks• Great weather! 300 days of sunshine a year• 3 million people live in Denver (~3,000 are international students)

Denver (Continued)

• Denver is known as the “Mile High City” because it is 1 mile (1.6 km) above sea level• Recently ranked #1 on Forbes' list of the Best Places for Business and Careers.• Downtown – Performing Arts Center, Museums, Theaters, Restaurants and more.• Airport – 5th busiest in the U.S., with 30 non-stop international destinations• Public transportation (bus and train) – ELC students get a bus & train pass!

University of Denver

• The University of Denver is a 4-year private university founded in 1864• Offer 200+ undergraduate & graduate majors• Enroll ~12,000 undergraduate & graduate students a year• Enroll ~1,000 international students every year• Top 100 Ranked University in the U.S. by U.S. News & World Report

DU Campus• DU is located 6 miles (9.5 km) south of downtown Denver• A train station on the campus (15 minutes to downtown)• DU has dormitories, dining halls, libraries, sports fields,

a fitness center, and a performing arts center• The university has a free campus shuttle bus

• DU Facts: Average 21 undergraduate students per class 85% of students complete an internship 200+ students participate in research Popular majors: business (management, marketing),

biology, engineering, computer science, psychology Ranked top five in the nation for study abroad

participation 70%+ percent of undergraduate students study

abroad in over 50 countries.

English Language Center

• Founded in 1975 and located on the University of Denver campus• The longest running intensive English language program in Denver• The ELC prepares students for academic success in a degree program• ELC students enroll in the University of Denver & other U.S. universities• Enroll about 400 international students a year from over 20 countries• Average 15 students per classroom

ELC Programs

Intensive English

Programs

10 Weeks

Graduate Support Course

Custom Short-Term Programs

1-4 Weeks

English Conditional Admission

Intensive English Programs• The University of Denver is on a quarter (10 week) system.

The ELC’s 10 week Intensive English programs are designed to help students improve their English and prepare them to succeed academically in a future undergraduate or graduate degree program in the U.S.

• 10 Week programs are offered every quarter Fall Quarter: September - November Winter Quarter: January - March Spring Quarter: March - May Summer Quarter: June - August

• 4 English levels at the ELC Foundations Intermediate Advanced University Transitions

ELC CurriculumUniversity Transitions

CEFR Level C1

Undergrad or

Graduate Program

Advanced

CEFR Level B2/B2+

Intermediate

CEFR Level B1/B1+

Foundations

CEFR Level A2/A2+

10 – 20 Weeks

10 – 20 weeks

10 – 20 Weeks

Prepared for undergraduate

admission

Prepared for graduate

admission

If not accepted to a university, students can

continue at the ELC

10 Weeks

• The ELC Curriculum is designed to ensure students improve all English language skills (reading, listening, writing, reading) and learn U.S. university academic skills

• Students can progress from one level to the next in 10 weeks or 20 weeks• After completing the Advanced level, students are prepared to study in a U.S. University

undergraduate or graduate program

Applying to DU Undergraduate ProgramsUniversity Transitions

CEFR Level C1

Undergrad or

Graduate Program

Advanced

CEFR Level B2/B2+

Intermediate

CEFR Level B1/B1+

Foundations

CEFR Level A2/A2+

10 – 20 Weeks

10 – 20 weeks

10 – 20 Weeks

Prepared for undergraduate

admission

Prepared for graduate

admission

If not accepted to a university, students can

continue at the ELC

10 Weeks

• ELC students who successfully complete the Advanced level can apply for undergraduate admission to the University of Denver without having to submit English language proficiency test scores (TOEFL, IELTS, CAE).

• Students will need to meet all other academic and high school requirements for undergraduate admission. We will help you apply!

ELC Weekly Schedule

• 10 week programs meet Monday – Thursday for 20 – 24 hours per week• Students register for 4 daily classes and choose a ‘Focus class’ based on their English level• Academic and Communication Skills classes are required and teach all language skills:

reading, writing, listening, speaking, as well as pronunciation and grammar.* Focus classes include: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math), Business, and Law

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday

9:00 – 9:50 am

Intro to Campus Culture

9:00 – 9:50 am

Intro to Campus Culture

9:00 – 9:50 am

Intro to Campus Culture

9:00 – 9:50 am

Intro to Campus Culture

10:00 – 11:50am

Academic Skills

10:00 – 11:50am

Academic Skills

10:00 – 11:50am

Academic Skills

10:00 – 11:50am

Academic Skills

1:00 – 1:50 pm

Focus Class*

1:00 – 1:50 pm

Focus Class*

1:00 – 1:50 pm

Focus Class*

1:00 – 1:50 pm

Focus Class*

2:00 – 3:50 pm

Communication Skills

2:00 – 3:50 pm

Communication Skills

2:00 – 3:50 pm

Communication Skills

2:00 – 3:50 pm

Communication Skills

English Conditional Admission

• Students who apply directly to an undergraduate program may be offered English Conditional Admission (ECA) by DU’s Office of International Admission. ECA is a possibility for students who are worried about meeting the University of Denver’s (DU) English proficiency requirement.

• DU’s English language proficiency requirements for direct undergraduate admission are: A TOEFL score of 80 or higher with no sub-score below 18. An IELTS score of 6.5 or higher with no band score below 5.5. A CAE (Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English) grade of C or higher.

• Students offered ECA are required to take English Language Credit Courses (known as the LAUNCH Curriculum)

LAUNCH Curriculum(English Language Credit Courses)

• The LAUNCH Curriculum prepares English Conditional Admission (ECA) students to successfully matriculate and succeed in their undergraduate degree program at the University of Denver (DU)

• The LAUNCH Curriculum consists of 3 English Language Credit Courses:• Exploring US Culture (4 credits)• Speaking Strategically (4 credits)• Writing that Matters (4 credits)

• Students can earn 4 – 12 credits. Credits count toward a DU undergraduate degree!

• Students offered ECA will typically complete 1 – 4 quarters of full-time study in the English Language Center. Students then take LAUNCH Curriculum courses.

Click here for more information about ECA and the LAUNCH Curriculum

Graduate Support Course

• The ELC offers a Graduate Support Course for international students accepted to DU’s graduate programs.

• The Graduate Support course provides advanced English language training, focused on integrated communication skills specially for international graduate students.

• The course meets weekly for 2 hours per week. Students take the course while taking their graduate degree courses.

• Students can voluntarily select to register for the course or their DU advisor or professor may recommend the course. The Graduate Support Course does not offer credit and has no tuition or fees.

Short-Term Programs• The ELC also provides custom, short-term programs for groups of students or

professionals (typically 8 or more). Programs can be 1 – 4 weeks in length and can be offered throughout the year.

• We can create a custom curriculum and a flexible schedule to meet the specific needs of students or professionals. Short-term programs can focus on: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) Business or Law Art, Education, or Music English Teacher Training Many more topics!

• Short-term programs include custom English language classes, experiential learning activities, visits to local organizations and companies, and guest lectures by professionals.

Click here to submit the short-term program request form

ELC Student Life

• 100+ student clubs and groups • ELC students receive a DU Student ID card• Students have access to dining halls, libraries, gymnasium, and dormitories• On and off campus housing accommodations are available, including homestay• Activities and events on campus and in Denver• Conversation Partners Program

ELC Student Resources

• International Student & Scholar Services (visa and immigration)• Ritchie Center for Sports & Wellness (gymnasium and pool)• Anderson Academic Commons (DU library, with computer labs and study rooms)• Center for World Languages and Cultures (English language tutoring)• Health & Counseling Center (physical and mental health services)• DU Bookstore (textbooks, materials, electronics)

Ritchie Center (Gymnasium)

ELC students have full access to all the Ritchie Center’s gym, pool, and courts

DU Library

ELC students can borrow books, materials, use computers, and study in the library

Dining Halls

ELC students can eat in any of the university’s dining halls and food courts

Housing and Accommodations

ELC students have many options for living in Denver!• On-campus dormitories are limited but a great way for students to live with American

students and practice their English,• The university also offers off-campus apartments that are walking distance to the ELC.• The ELC can connect students with homestay providers. In this case, students can

choose to live with an American family. Another great way to practice English!

University Virtual Tour

Click here to go on an interactive virtual tour of the University of Denver campus!

ELC Students Succeed

ELC Students Succeed

Tuition and Fees

Item Cost

Tuition $3,800

Health Fee $200

Technology Fee $48

Activity Fee (Train/Bus pass) $43

Program Fee $30

TOTAL $4,121

• These are ELC tuition and fees for enrolling in a 10 Week Program in the 2020-2021 academic year.

• New students will be also charged a one-time $100 application fee that includes the option to take the Duolingo English Test for free!

How to Apply1. Applying to the ELC is easy with our online application!

www.du.edu/elc/apply

2. Students must have the following items to apply to the ELC. All documents can be uploaded to the online application: Copy of passport A bank statement or letter of financial guarantee Credit card to pay the $100 application fee

3. Students must: Be 18 years of age or older Be a high school graduate Have a beginner level of English

How to Apply

Programs Links

English Language Center (ELC)10-Week Quarter Programs

ELC Application

ELC Application Instructions

ELC Short-term Programs Request Form

University of Denver Undergraduate Admission&English Conditional Admission

University of Denver

Why the ELC?

1. 100 Top Ranked University in the U.S.

2. Best English Language Program in Denver

3. English Conditional Admission

ELC Students Succeed!

Watch videos of successful former ELC students!

Contact the ELC today!elc@du.edu

www.du.edu/elc

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www.du.edu/elc/partner