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IEP's Premier Immersion English Language Program is accredited by CEA (The Commission on English Language Program Accreditation) and is a proud member of EnglishUSA (AAIEP), both of which promote professional standards and quality instruction in intensive English programs.
The Premier Immersion English Language Program at Southeast Missouri State University is accredited by the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation for the period April 2017 through April 2021 and agrees to uphold the CEA Standards for English Language Programs and Institutions. CEA is recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency for English language programs and institutions in the U.S. For further information about this accreditation, please contact CEA, 1001 North Fairfax Street, Suite 630, Alexandria, VA 22314, (703) 665-3400, www.cea-accredit.org.
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The Intensive English Programs support the internationalization goals of Southeast Missouri State University by preparing English language learners for success in undergraduate or graduate study through high-quality instruction in the English language and cultural orientation activities. The Intensive English Programs emphasize the linguistic skills, cultural awareness, and critical thinking skills necessary to succeed at an American university.
Southeast’s Intensive English Programs (IEP) offers six academic levels for students with varying levels of English proficiency: five levels for undergraduate students, and another called Grad CAP for graduate students. Courses for all IEP levels are available both in-person (Premier Immersion program) and Online.
Students are eligible for Grad CAP if they:
IEP levels range from high beginning to advanced on the CEFR scale.
IEP level |
CEFR level |
# weeks |
Description (adapted from the CEFR level descriptors) |
1 |
A2 |
8 |
Can understand and use some familiar expressions. Can interact in a very simple way provided the other person talks very slowly and clearly and is prepared to help. Can describe in simple terms aspects of his/her background, immediate environment and matters in areas of immediate need. |
2 |
A2+ |
8 |
Can initiate, maintain, and close simple interactions, and can produce some simple text, when the topic is related to familiar or personal matters. |
3 |
B1 |
8 |
Can understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. Can produce simple connected text on topics which are familiar or of personal interest. |
4 |
B1+ |
8 |
Can understand most main ideas on more complex academic text. Can interact with some hesitation, produce connected text related to events, and give some simple reasons and explanations. |
5 |
B2 |
8 |
Can understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in his/her field of specialization. Can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party. |
Grad CAP |
B2+-C1 |
16 |
Can understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts, and recognize implicit meaning. Can use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes. |
For students who do not place into the academic English levels because their English skills are at an A1 level or lower, the IEP also offers a pre-academic program called English Foundations. In this integrated-skills class, students advance at their own rate and can begin the academic 6 level IEP once they have achieved a satisfactory course grade and the student learning outcomes.
CEFR level | # Weeks | Description (adapted from the CEFR level descriptors) | Pre-A1-A1+ | 8* | Can understand and use familiar expressions. Can communicate in simple interactions when the other person talks slowly and clearly. |
*Because English Foundations covers multiple CEFR levels, it is possible that a student may need to repeat this course.
Students in IEP’s Premier Immersion program take several placement exams at the beginning of each new session to measure their proficiency in speaking, listening, writing, and reading; and their knowledge and use of vocabulary and grammar. A committee of IEP teachers reviews all exam scores to decide the best levels for each student to study IEP classes. Students can move quickly through the program because they practice each skill at exactly the right level.
In Reading and Vocabulary class, students:
In Writing and Grammar class, students:
In Listening and Speaking class, students:
Special Topics class is on a rotating schedule. Students will improve both linguistic and academic skills by studying a variety of topics, such as pronunciation, keyboarding and word processing skills, community service, or leadership. This class is not an option for Grad CAP.
In English Foundations class, students
Students in IEP’s Premier Immersion program must be enrolled full-time in order to meet the F or J student visa requirements. Students will receive over 22 hours of face to face language instruction each week in four different content areas:
Below is an example of the class schedule for a typical Premier Immersion student in IEP’s Levels 1-5 (students in Grad CAP courses will not take Special Topics, but the rest of the class times are the same).
Listening & Speaking
Tuesday-Thursday: 1:00pm-2:50pm
Writing & Grammar
Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays: 8:30am-10:20am
Reading & Vocabulary
Tuesdays and Thursdays: 8:30am-11:20am
Special Topics
Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays: 10:30am-11:50am
Alternate - Mondays and Wednesdays: 3:00pm-4:50pm
English Foundations students have over 12 hours of language instruction each week
in an integrated course format. Below is an example of the class schedule for a typical
English Foundations student:
English Foundations
Monday-Friday: 8:30am-11:50am
Conditional admission for bachelor's (undergraduate) students
If a student meets all admission requirements for a Southeast bachelor's (undergraduate) degree
program except demonstrated language proficiency, they are eligible for conditional
admission. Students with undergraduate conditional admission can meet the English
language proficiency requirement by completing Level 5 of the Premium Immersion program. After
the student completes Level 5 of all four content areas, they can be fully admitted
to the university. Premium Immersion students are also eligible to participate in
the Bridging program. Bridging allows Premium Immersion students who have completed
Level 5 of some, but not all, of IEP’s four content areas to enroll in Southeast academic
courses in the same semester they are working to complete all Level 5 of the content
areas they have not completed yet.
Conditional admission for master's (graduate) students
If a student meets all admission requirements for most Southeast master's (graduate) degree
programs except demonstrated English proficiency, they are eligible for conditional
admission. Students with graduate conditional admission can meet the English language proficiency
admission requirement by successfully completing the Graduate Conditional Acceptance
Program (Grad CAP). Grad CAP is taught in one full sixteen-week semester beginning
in either August or January (Grad CAP is not offered during the summer session). A conditionally
admitted student who completes Grad CAP with an average grade of B or better will
have met the University’s English language admission requirement.
Conditional Admission is possible for the following Graduate Programs:
Master of Arts | Master of Business Administration | Master of Science | Master of Natural Sciences | Master of Public Administration |
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1 Session 8 weeks; 1 Level |
1 Semester 16 weeks; 2 Levels |
1 Academic Year 9 months; 4 Levels |
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Tuition and Fees | $2,750 | $5,500 | $11,000 |
Estimated Living Cost (on-campus housing) | $3,198.75 | $6,181 | $12,062.64 |
Total Estimated Cost | $5,948.75 | $11,681 | $23,062.64 |
Program | Premium Immersion |
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Who | Students who want to improve their English for university admission through an immersive experience in the U.S. |
Program duration | 8 weeks for each level A1-B2 16 weeks for level B2+-C1 |
Lessons per week | 20-23 hours - 4 Classes |
Qualified University teachers | |
Learn about U.S. Culture | |
Placement test | |
Earn SEMO credit on your transcript | |
Dedicated study advisor | |
Certificate for each CEFR level completed | |
Lessons in Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking | |
Conversation Partner | face to face |
Conditional admission to SEMO available | |
Tutoring | face to face |
CEA Accredited Curriculum | |
Qualifying students may bridge to SEMO classes during last semester | |
Access to SEMO clubs, recreation center, cultural events | |
Student/visitor visa documents and visa interview training |
Contact
573.986.6863
intensiveenglish@semo.edu
International Village Admin Building 101
Intensive English Programs
One University Plaza, MS 2000
Cape Girardeau, Missouri 63701