- To be recognized as a world leader in language instruction through a team of high-caliber professionals, continuous reinvestment, and strategic growth. - LCI’s General English lessons focus on the four language skills: speaking, listening, reading and writing. - Flexible start dates and duration based on students' needs
National Mix
Nationalities of students include Asian, South American,European and other countries. The percentage may vary each month.
LCI Language Center HoustonAbout the
LCI Language Center is proud to offer quality language centers to meet students' needs with cultural adaptation and create a friendly and caring environment. With great locations across the US, it is one of the premier language institutes in the country. In addition, LCI English Center provides Academic, General & Business English Courses, Accent Reduction, and Test Preparation classes and has partnerships with Colorado universities for conditional admission and TOEFL waivers. LCI is so sure students will make progress that the center guarantees it. If students' English does not improve at the rate that LCI expects based on their initial test, LCI will provide the additional support and classes students need to reach their target level at no extra charge.
Focus of Study and Benefits : This program is for students whose goal is to improve their conversational English in the shortest time possible to progress in students' career and life. The program is ideal if students ould like to combine learning English with exploring a new country and culture. LCI’s General English lessons focus on the four principles of Speaking, Listening, Reading, and Writing.
Curriculum : General English group classes are small groups of just 4-16 students per class. Prior to their classes starting students will go through an assessment process to place them in the appropriate level. LCI’s General English program has five levels from beginner to advanced. Students may also choose to complement their group classes with additional private instruction focused on their individual needs. A cultural component to assist students with their awareness and adaptation to life in the U.S.A. is part of all language programs at LCI.
Classroom Hour : Class schedule may vary for each class.
Focus of Study and Benefits : This program is for students whose goal is to improve their conversational English in the shortest time possible to progress in students' career and life. The program is ideal if students ould like to combine learning English with exploring a new country and culture. LCI’s General English lessons focus on the four principles of Speaking, Listening, Reading, and Writing.
Curriculum : General English group classes are small groups of just 4-16 students per class. Prior to their classes starting students will go through an assessment process to place them in the appropriate level. LCI’s General English program has five levels from beginner to advanced. Students may also choose to complement their group classes with additional private instruction focused on their individual needs. A cultural component to assist students with their awareness and adaptation to life in the U.S.A. is part of all language programs at LCI.
Classroom Hour : Class schedule may vary for each class.
Focus of Study : LCI’s Academic English ESL program focuses on academic preparation for undergraduate, graduate and doctorate programs. The students can continue their studies at any university in the United States.
Benefit, Goal of this course : LCI has university partnerships and TOEFL waiver programs with the University of Colorado in Colorado Springs, Regis University, Community Colleges of Spokane, Colorado State University Pueblo College of Business, Mesa State College, Western State College,Westwood College and Redstone College. For each of these schools, LCI has a TOEFL waiver for Level 5 students and can do conditional admission for LCI students. The AEP program prepares students for entry into the university or college of their choice or purely to learn English in a rigorous and challenging manner. Language instruction includes all the language skills with a strong emphasis on written work. Each aspect of the communication needed for university or college work is studied in LCI’s English for academic purposes.
Curriculum : The Academic English ESL Program courses have five levels from beginner to advanced and include TOEFL preparation. The English for Academic Purposes program (AEP) at LCI is an intensive English Program with college-level English objectives. The AEP program is a full time language program with 24 hours of instruction per week given in five terms of nine to ten weeks overoneyear. Students enrolling in the AEP program have an English language assessment to ensure placement in the appropriate level. Students can then progress through the levels until they areready for university studies. Each part of the program focuses on developing the students’ effective communication skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing at the level needed for success at an English-speaking university.
Classroom Hour : Class Schedule may vary for each level.
Focus of Study : LCI’s Academic English ESL program focuses on academic preparation for undergraduate, graduate and doctorate programs. The students can continue their studies at any university in the United States.
Benefit, Goal of this course : LCI has university partnerships and TOEFL waiver programs with the University of Colorado in Colorado Springs, Regis University, Community Colleges of Spokane, Colorado State University Pueblo College of Business, Mesa State College, Western State College,Westwood College and Redstone College. For each of these schools, LCI has a TOEFL waiver for Level 5 students and can do conditional admission for LCI students. The AEP program prepares students for entry into the university or college of their choice or purely to learn English in a rigorous and challenging manner. Language instruction includes all the language skills with a strong emphasis on written work. Each aspect of the communication needed for university or college work is studied in LCI’s English for academic purposes.
Curriculum : The Academic English ESL Program courses have five levels from beginner to advanced and include TOEFL preparation. The English for Academic Purposes program (AEP) at LCI is an intensive English Program with college-level English objectives. The AEP program is a full time language program with 24 hours of instruction per week given in five terms of nine to ten weeks overoneyear. Students enrolling in the AEP program have an English language assessment to ensure placement in the appropriate level. Students can then progress through the levels until they areready for university studies. Each part of the program focuses on developing the students’ effective communication skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing at the level needed for success at an English-speaking university.
Classroom Hour : Class Schedule may vary for each level.
* Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
Location
Accommodation
Host Family -provides students with a true English immersion experience and first-hand exposure to American culture. -provides a private bedroom and breakfast and dinner each day. -Host families are located in areas with access to LCI via public transportation.
Apartment -There are many apartments within walking distance of LCI’s facilities. The students may also choose to have a roommate. -LCI can help the students find a suitable apartment and even assist you with finding a roommate.
Hotel -Hotels offer such amenities as high-speed wireless Internet, laundry service, fitness centers and indoor or outdoor pools. -LCI works with a number of hotels close to our language center and can assist you in making arrangements for your stay.
Student Residences -Student residences allow the students to socialize and practice their English with a variety of people. -Student residences at LCI Language Centers are conveniently located on campus or within easy walking or transportation distance. -Depending on location, the students may have the choice between a double and a single room and a variety of meal plan options.
Surrounding Area
Language center in Houston is located in the historic neighborhood of Montrose. One of the most pedestrian-friendly neighborhoods in Houston, Montrose has tree-shaded streets, international restaurants and vintage shops. And just steps away from front door is the entrance to the University of St. Thomas. LCI Houston is located in the Museum District, home to museums, galleries and cultural centers dedicated to promoting local arts and culture. Within 3-5 blocks of LCI are stops for several buses, two of which go downtown and to the light rail a mile away.
Facilities
8 group classrooms, 5 private classrooms, a computer room, a kitchen with refrigerator and microwave, a student lounge, a lovely outdoor patio filled with flowers and trees, convenient location minutes away from downtown with free off-street parking, and library featuring a variety of materials.
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