NORMAN ENGLISH INSTITUTE

The Language Company
730 Asp Avenue, Suite 212
Norman, OK 73069 USA

TEL: (405) 364-7170
FAX: (405) 364-7365
E-MAIL: neiok@ix.netcom.com
WEB: http://www.thelanguagecompany.com/

CONTACT: Lynn Adolphson, Director
Tamey Fernandez, Director of Admissions

  DESCRIPTION:

NEI is a division of The Language Company. Intensive English programs begin every four weeks and offer five instructional hours plus one optional study hour daily. The intensive program features instruction in verbal skills, grammar, reading and academic writing. Electives offered are TOEFL preparation, American Culture Today, vocabulary, conversation and computer skills. Optional study hours allow students easy access to teachers for private tutorials, the computer lab or library. University preparation courses are available. NEI offers University placement services to students at no charge. ESP courses in business, computer and petroleum available. Community Experience and Internship programs available. Study Vacation programs available for students 12-18 years of age.

  ESTIMATED COSTS:

25 instructional hours plus one optional study hour. NEI will offer
14 sessions in 1999, session 1-3 and 6-14 are 4-week sessions.
Tuition              $1020
Housing & Meals        425
Books                   50
Insurance               40
Activity Fee            50
TOTAL                $1585

Session 4 and 5 are 3-week special sessions
Tuition               $865
Housing & Meals        318
Books                   50
Insurance               40
Activity Fee            38
TOTAL                $1311

 CLASS SIZE:

Average; 10
Maximum; 15

 AVERAGE ENROLLMENT PER TERM:

40

 HOUSING OPTIONS:

American host families are the most popular choice. Families provide all meals and transportation. Students have private rooms with families. Apartments are also available within walking distance.

 HOUSING COSTS:

Homestays are $425 per session including all meals. Apartments average $350-$500 per month. Hotels average $45-$60 per night.

 LOCATION:

Norman is a small city located in the heart of Oklahoma, a safe and secure environment. Norman is located twenty miles south of Oklahoma City, the capital of the state, and 2 hours north of Dallas, Texas. The state is rich in Western and Native American culture. Weather is moderate, cost of living is low and the people are very welcoming.

 APPLICATION INFORMATION:

Sessions begin every four weeks. Applications are accepted year round and late enrollments are also available. Application fee, financial support documentation and completed application form are necessary for processing admission.

 EDUCATIONAL SERVICES/OPPORTUNITIES:

All classes are conducted in an international environment. University placement service and counseling are available at no charge to students. Conditional acceptances and I-20's are obtained prior to arrival. Community Experience and Internship programs allow students to obtain experience in a "real world" English environment. NEI offers a monthly instructional TOEFL exam, computer lab, library and private instruction as well.

 STUDENT SERVICES:

Airport pickup service is available to all students. Western heritage and Native American cultural events are held year round. Academic counseling is available as well as free access to library and computer labs. NEI is located a five minute walk from the University of Oklahoma where students can find access to many programs and events.

 TRANSPORTATION:

Host families provide transportation to and from school and all sponsored activities. Apartments are within walking distance. The city bus service runs regularly and to most points in Norman.

 OTHER PROGRAMS

DESCRIPTION:

Programs in Macro Intensive English offer private instruction to business clients. Other ESP courses in business, petroleum or computer are also available. Community Experience and Internship programs offer a variety of options to students. Study vacation is an option for young people to combine English instruction with cultural activities.

 PRIVATE CLASSES AVAILABLE:

yes