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Intensive
English Program
How many students are in each class?
Most classes have between 10 and 17 students. The average size is 12 or 13.
How
many levels are in the program?
There are 6 levels, from beginning to advanced.
What
is an I-20? How do I apply for one?
To apply for an F-1 student visa, you need an I-20 form.
The Tutorium issues I-20's to full-time students who qualify.
To learn more, read The
I-20 Process.
Which
countries are most students from?
Students come from all around the world. Each session, students
from more than 30 countries attend the Tutorium.
Are
the courses for credit?
No. The courses we offer are non-credit. Most university
programs do not count ESL courses toward a degree even if
the ESL courses are for credit.
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Do
I need to take the TOEFL exam in order to apply to the Tutorium?
No. However, Tutorium students take the ITP TOEFL at the
end of every session.
Where
do Tutorium students live?
Most Tutorium students live off-campus in private apartments.
Campus
housing and Homestay are also available to Tutorium students.
Is
financial aid available? Is there a discount for US residents?
No. Financial aid is not available because our courses are
noncredit. All students pay the same. There are no discounts
for US residents.
We
offer ESL instruction of the highest quality at very competitive
rates.
Is
health insurance necessary?
Yes. The University requires that all students have comprehensive
health insurance. Before the session begins, students must
show proof of health insurance, or they must buy UIC student
health insurance through the Tutorium.
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TOEFL
iBT Preparation Course
Can students with intermediate English skills take the
TOEFL iBT Preparation Course?
Maybe. This course is for high-intermediate or advanced
students. Call our office, and we can help you decide if
the course is appropriate for you.
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English
for International Professionals Series (EIPS)
Can students with beginning or intermediate English skills
take an EIPS course?
No. These courses are for professionals with advanced English
Skills who want to work on their skills in a specific area,
for example, pronunciation, professional writing, or grammar.
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