CIE
Application and Cost Information
Main Street, Louisville
The IESL Program offers an evening course in Communication in English (CIE). This class meets for 15 weeks on Tuesday and Thursday, from 7 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. A 3-hour, non-academic credit class, Spring 2010 semester begins Tuesday night, January 7. Applications are available on this web site (below) or by calling the IESL office (852-5901).
What will be taught in CIE?
CIE is designed to help advanced proficiency non-native speakers of English become more effective communicators in academic, professional and social situations. Classroom activities are designed to give participants the opportunity to improve conversational fluency, an understanding of English vocabulary, and the acquisition of linguistic strategies needed in professional interactions such as discussions and presentations.
Because of the nature of the class, regular attendance is required. Student performance in the course is assessed at the end of the semester as satisfactory/unsatisfactory.
How do I apply?
(1) Complete a paper application:
Download CIE application in Adobe PDF
Download CIE application in Microsoft Word document
Mail, email, fax, or hand-deliver your application to the IESL office (Room 207, West Wing of Strickler Hall, on the Belknap Campus of UofL). If you are an UofL student or employee, include your UofL ID number (so your ID number is not duplicated). Please make sure we have your current email address, in case we need to contact you.
Or, (2) Complete the on-line form:
After you submit your form, you should receive a copy at your individual email address.
After submitting either the paper or on-line form, you should receive a response from our office in 3 business days. Applications are accepted on a first-come-first-serve basis. Class size is limited to 15.
What happens after I apply?
First, wait to receive your letter of acceptance. After receiving your information, the IESL office will send you a letter verifying your acceptance in the program, giving you instructions for registration, and confirming the location of the first class meeting. You should allow 10 working days for your letter of acceptance to arrive.
Second, pay your tuition and fees. You can use the web registration system, the phone registration system, or pay in person at the Bursar's Office. If you are using tuition remission, contact the Bursar's Office at bursartr@louisville.edu (or click on the link below).
Applicants must pay before 12:00 noon, January 7.
How much does the class cost?
Tuition and fees for the semester are $675 . You must also buy your books and materials (determined by the instructor). The tuition MUST be paid in full before the first night of class to guarantee a space in the program.
Am I eligible for tuition remission?
Tuition remission is based on your employment with UofL. Because of confidentiality requirements, employees are responsible for finding out if they are eligible for tuition remission. Information on how to apply for tuition remission is available through the Bursar's Office.
For more information
Our office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00a.m.-4:00p.m.
Phone: 502/852-5901
Fax: 502/852-2880
Email: iesl@louisville.edu.
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