AMERICAN ENGLISH INSTITUTE

University of Oregon
5212 University of Oregon
Eugene, OR 97403-5212 USA

TEL: (541) 346-3945
FAX: (541) 346-3917
E-MAIL: aei@oregon.uoregon.edu
WEB: http://babel.uoregon.edu/aei/aei.html

CONTACT: Sarah J. Klinghammer, Director
Martine Wighan, Admissions Coordinator

  DESCRIPTION:

Academic Preparation, English for Special Purposes, Conversational English; 6 levels; different placements for literate skills and aural/oral skills; core curriculum 18-20 hours per week; additional electives e.g. TOEFL, TOEIC, Business English, American Culture through film, computer, drama

  ESTIMATED COSTS:

10 weeks
20 instructional hours per week
Tuition                                      $1975
Housing and meals                        1200-1620
Other
    University fees:                           344
    Health insurance                           166
    Books and supplies (estimate)              125
Total                                  $3810-$4230

 CLASS SIZE:

Average: 14-15
Maximum: 18
Maximum (electives e.g. TOEFL): 26

 AVERAGE ENROLLMENT PER TERM:

160-180

 HOUSING OPTIONS:

dorm (19 meals/wk.) varies per term, homestay (16 meals/wk.), off-campus apartments, quad (separate rooms, share kitchens)

 HOUSING COSTS:

dorms average $1500, homestay $1200, apts (1 bdrm) $475/mo.

 LOCATION:

Eugene is a city of 110,00 people, located in the beautiful Willamette Valley. The climate is mild. The mountains and skiing are a short drive east; ocean beaches are a short drive west. Outdoor activities are popular. Eugene is clean, quiet, friendly, and open.

 APPLICATION INFORMATION:

Applicants should send: 1) completed application form, 2) $65 non-refundable application fee, 3) bank statement showing amount available for period of study, or evidence of scholarship, and 4) original or certified copies of transcripts or diploma from most recent degree. Transfer students (from US universities) need a letter from their previous university. On-line application is possible

 EDUCATIONAL SERVICES/OPPORTUNITIES:

AEI academic advisor for personal and academic counseling; U of Oregon admissions counselors; advanced students may take a limited number of regular university courses under the supervision of the academic advisor; 2 hrs/wk tutoring with trained tutors included in tuition. Conditional admission through U of O Admissions. Direct entry to the U of O upon completion of AEI Level 6 + letter of recommendation.

 STUDENT SERVICES:

AEI students have the same privileges and access to all campus services as U of Oregon students. AEI has orientation activities, including campus and city tours and a variety of cultural and recreational activities, e.g. trips to the coast, Portland, around Oregon, skiing, horseback riding, etc.

 TRANSPORTATION:

City bus transportation is free to all university students with tuition stickers on their IDs. Bicycles are popular and easily available, new and used. Eugene has many bike lanes and special bike routes. There is a city airport served by 1 major and 2 regional airlines. Amtrak also serves Eugene.

 OTHER PROGRAMS

DESCRIPTION:

Academic English for International Students (AEIS) credit courses for matriculated students, ITA training program, academic orientation program for international business students, teacher training, special summer programs

 PRIVATE CLASSES AVAILABLE:

no