English Language Program
The Mission of the English Language Program is to provide quality intensive English instruction and academic preparation to non-native speakers of English who are seeking to enroll at institutions of higher education in the United States.
Full-time ELP Staff
Introduction Video
Videos are in Windows Media Video format (download)
- Dial-up (56K)
(4.83MB WMV) - Broadband (Cable, DSL, T-1) (46.18MB WMV)
- Best Quality (large file size) (87.15MB WMV)
Features of ELP Courses
The English Language Program offers full-time, intensive English language training for students who need to improve their English ability.
- Academic English preparation for study at SVSU or other U.S. colleges and universities
- Instruction in general use of English
- TOEFL Preparation and Institutional Exams three times a year
- Faculty members with Masters Degrees in ESL or related area
- Faculty members available after class to assist with individual needs
- Small classes (maximum class size is 15 students)
- Academic advisement
- Personal advisement
The ELP is a member of the American Association of Intensive English Programs (AAIEP)
Calendar
| Session | Orientation Begins | Classes Begin | Exams End |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter I | early January | January | mid-March |
| Winter II | mid-March | March | mid-May |
| Spring | mid-May | mid-May | late June |
| Summer | late June | early July | mid-August |
| Fall I | late August | late August | mid-October |
| Fall II | mid-October | late October | mid-December |
Contact Us
Contact the Director for information on short term programs, application information, and with any questions at all which you may have about the ESL program.
Diana Vreeland
Interim Director - vreeland(at)svsu.edu
MA,TESOL, Central Michigan University