English Language Institute (ELI) - International Programs and Services
For students who wish to study English full-time, Ohlone College offers its new English Language Institute (ELI). The ELI is a great choice for any of the following students:
- Students who just wish to study English, or
- Students who wish to study English in preparation for degree studies at Ohlone College or a 4-year university, or
- Students who have not taken the TOEFL exam, or who have taken the TOEFL, but do not yet have the required score to be directly admitted to Ohlone College
Click below for any of the following topics on this page:
- How to Apply
- Conditional Admission
- Dates and Costs
- Course Content and Activities
- Newly Admitted ELI Students
- Additional ELI Information (PDF)
- Contact Information
How to Apply
To apply to the Ohlone College ELI, simply complete the International Student Application process. In response to the “What is your proposed major?” question on the application, simply write “ELI”. Complete the application by submitting all other required items, except the TOEFL score.
Conditional Admission
Students who wish to first study English full-time, then when ready study in one of Ohlone College’s degree programs may be conditionally admitted to Ohlone College.
Dates and Costs
Please note that Dates and Costs are subject to change.
| Term | Orientation | Start Date | End Date | Weeks of Instruction | Cost (USD) * |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2009 | August 25 | August 31 | December 18 | 16 | $4,000 |
| Spring 2010 | January 27 | February 1 | May 28 | 16 | $4,000 |
| Spring Mid-Entry 2010 | April 5 | April 5 | May 28 | 8 | $2,000 |
| Summer 2010 | June 2 | June 7 | August 13 | 10 | $2,500 |
* Listed cost does not include the following: $27 in Student Service Fees; $50 Application Fee; Health Insurance Fee. Books and class materials are also to be separately purchased by the student, at the start of each Term. All funds are in United States Dollars.
Course Content and Activities
Students follow a core curriculum that covers all language skill areas: Composition, Grammar, Listening/Speaking, and Reading/Vocabulary. ELI core classes meet 20 hours per week (Monday-Friday). After the core classes, students can also enroll in conversation classes and self-directed learning labs.
An Institutional TOEFL test is given at the end of every session. This test is provided at no extra charge to Ohlone ELI students.
Newly Admitted ELI Students
To get started, you should do the following things, in order:
- After you arrive to the U.S., come to the International Programs and Services Office to meet with Mr. Bill Sharar. Bring your passport and I-20 to that appointment, since we will make photocopies of those items.
- Take the English Language Institute (ELI) ESL Placement Test (see the ELI Placement Test Schedule below).
ELI Placement Test Schedule for Spring 2010
- Dates: January 7, 14, 21, 25, 2010
- Times: 10:00am - 11:30am
- Location: Ohlone College Fremont Campus, Building 7, first floor (Fremont Campus Map)
What to Bring to the ELI Placement Test
- Your Ohlone Student ID Number
- Your Passport (or other form of photo identification)
Important Dates - Spring 2010
ELI Student Orientation (Required of ALL new ELI students)
- Date: Monday, January 25, 2010
- Time: 1:00pm (immediately after ELI Placement Testing on this day)
- Location: Ohlone College Fremont Campus (room information will be provided at the ELI Placement Test)
At Required Orientation you will:
- Meet other new ELI students
- Meet the ELI instructors
- Meet the International Programs and Services staff
- Learn important Immigration regulations, related to your Visa and I-20
- Have fun
Contact Information
William Sharar
Coordinator, English Language Institute
(510) 659-6524
wsharar@ohlone.edu
Office Location: Building 7, Room 7115, first floor, Fremont campus
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