Drexel ELC is located on the campus of Drexel University in beautiful, historic Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. We offer Intensive English and Business English courses year round; TOEFL/IELTS-based undergraduate conditional admission to Drexel University through the International Gateway foundation year program; and bridge programs to other area institutions without TOEFL. The country's sixth largest city and home to over 50 colleges and universities, Philadelphia is about 2 hours by car from mountains, seashore, New York City, and Washington, DC. "Philly" offers students many exciting cultural, recreational, and entertainment opportunities. The ELC has six levels of Intensive English and a Global Business English Pre-MBA program year round in 11-week and 6-week terms. There are 18 hours of required classes per week plus 6 hours of optional free electives. The new International Gateway foundation year program includes up to 17 university credits in addition to English language classes. All ELC courses include a weekly activities program, free access to university facilities, scholarships for continuing students, a Conversation Network program, and academic advising. Housing choices include on-campus dormitories, off-campus residences, and family homestays. Founded in 1891, Drexel University is the second largest private institution of higher education in Philadelphia. Drexel offers over 70 undergraduate majors in science, technology, health sciences, information science, media arts, the humanities, and business. The school is recognized particularly for its excellence in cooperative education (co-op), where students alternate periods of full-time employment with their studies.

• Tuition and Fees

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• Statistics

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• Application Requirements

  • Application Fee: 100
  • Application Website: http://www.drexel...
  • Tests Required for International Students: TOEFL, IELTS, or other standardized tests required for conditional undergraduate admission. Graduate students: see requirements by school or college on website.

• College Information

  • 229 N. 33rd Street
  • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104
  • 215-895-2022
  • elc@drexel.edu
  • http://www.drexel...

• Attributes

  • Setting: Urban
  • City Size: Large
  • Type of School: University
  • Public/Private: Private
  • Gender: Co-ed
  • Calendar: Quarter
  • Services for International Students: On-campus Summer Housing, English as a Second Language Program, Intensive English, International Student Advisor , Special International Student Orientation Program

• Admissions Office

  • 229 N. 33rd Street
  • Philadelphia, PA 19104
  • 215-895-2022
  • elc@drexel.edu
  • Admissions Contact Name: Ann Aldrich, Marketing & Recruiting Coordinator