The English Language Program at the University of Alberta (UA) offers over 25 courses ranging from 7 week Intensive Day Programs, 7 week English for Academics Programs, 7- and 14-week Preparation Programs for Graduate School, 7-week Part-Time Programs, to customized group programs. Several part-time courses are designed for students to improve specific areas of their English language abilities, while a Bridging Program offers academically superior students the opportunity to combine university degree courses with ESL classes.
Highlights
Over 25 ESL programs at beginner, intermediate and advanced levels offered continuously throughout the year
All instructors are university graduates who have completed advanced training in teaching English as a Second Language (TESL)
Homestay and on-campus housing options
Customized school group programs
Courses Offered & Fees
Program Start Date
Level
Frequency (Per Year)
Duration (Weeks)
Hrs/Week
Tuition (C$)
Intensive Day Program
Multiple
All
6
7
20
1,750
English for Academic Purposes
Multiple
Advanced
6
7
20
1,750
Preparing for Graduate School
Jan/Sep (14wk), May/Jul (7wk)
All
4
14/7
20
1,750
Part-Time Programs
Multiple
All
5
7
6
300
English Language & Cultural Seminar
Varies
All
1
3 - 5
Varies
Varies
Explore Canadian English
July 12
All
1
3
4
1,850
Program Options
Business English Programs
Conversational English Programs Custom English Programs for Groups English for Specific Purposes English for the Workplace English Proficiency Preparation (TOEFL/TOEIC/IELTS) Integrated English Programs (Read, Write, Listen, Speak) Other ESL Areas of Study University/College Preparation
Situated on the UA's 89-hectare main campus bordering the North Saskatchewan River and located 3 kilometres southwest of downtown Edmonton, Alberta's capital, English Language Programs offers ESL students access to the modern facilities of the second largest university in Western Canada. The region also enjoys four distinct seasons and offers a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities, including skiing, swimming and hiking.
Program/Centre Name: English Language Program
Organization Name: University of Alberta # ESL Programs Offered/Year: 25 # ESL Students/Year: 3,200 Application Fee (C$): 150 Age of Students: 24 Class Size: 18
Accommodation and Fees (C$)
Accommodation for ESL Students: Homestay Provided by Program Onsite Residences and Dormitories
Student Health Care Insurance Coverage: Included in Tuition
Airport Pick Up:Available at Extra Cost
Airport Pick Up Fee (C$): 50
Language Support for ESL Students: After School/Weekend Programs Computer Labs Conversation Workshops ESL Library Language Labs Language Testing and Placement
Other Support: Activities, Events, and Field Trips (Day, Weekend, Semester Break Trips) Conditional Admission to Degree/Diploma Programs Counselling, Buddy Programs, and Peer Programs Orientation Programs
Consideration for Admission
Minimum Age: Not Considered
High School Grades:
Not Considered
English Language Proficiency:
All Levels
Quick Stats
Program/Centre Name: English Language Program
Organization Name:
University of Alberta ESL Program Founded: 1973 # Campuses: 1 Campus Setting (Main Campus): Urban
Nearest City (Main Campus): Edmonton City Population: 1,000,000 Cost of Living: Medium Climate Range: -15 °C to 28 °C # ESL Programs Offered/Year: 25 # ESL Students/Year: 3,200 # Countries of Origin: 31 or more