• About Loyola University Chicago
• Calendar, Costs and Fees
• Accommodations

For those who are serious about learning English, Loyola's English as a Second Language Program offers a rigorous, intensive program that prepares second language learners for academic and professional work in English as used in the United States. ESL courses are available to Loyola students and applicants during Fall and Spring Semesters, and are open to all English-language learners during the summer.

Loyola's ESL Program meets the needs of individuals with beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels of English language skills. Current Loyola students are also welcome to take ESL classes for extra language skill development. Most ESL classes are held at our beautiful Lake Shore Campus on the northeast side of Chicago.

With a progressive curriculum and 19 contact hours per week, the Loyola ESL Program is ideal for non-native English speakers preparing for undergraduate or graduate academic work in the United States. Composition, Pronunciation, Grammar, and U.S. Culture are a few examples of the courses we offer.

We invite you to join us!

About Loyola University Chicago

Recognizing Loyola's excellence in education, U.S. News and World Report has ranked Loyola consistently among the top national universities in its annual publications, and named the University a best value in its 2010 rankings. Loyola is among a select group of universities recognized for community service and engagement by prestigious national organizations like the Carnegie Foundation and the Corporation for National and Community Service.

With three campuses spread throughout the greater Chicago area -- including along the stunning shoreline of Lake Michigan and in the heart of downtown's Magnificent Mile -- students have access to hundreds of cultural institutions as well as thousands of internships and networking opportunities with the city's Fortune 500 companies. Study abroad programs at our Rome and Beijing Centers provide engagement with the global community and economy.

Downtown Chicago is home to:

• Museum of Contemporary Art
• Art Institute of Chicago
• Millennium Park, including the Cloud Gate sculpture by Anish Kapoor and the Jay Pritzker Pavilion, designed by Frank Gehry
• Field Museum of Natural History
• Adler Planetarium
• Shedd Aquarium

In and around The Loop are the theater district, with numerous film cinemas, opera houses, and theater houses, as well as parks, old Chicago restaurants, and an array of buildings featuring the classical architectural styles of such world-famous architects as Frank Lloyd Wright.

Student Demographics at Loyola University Chicago

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Calendar, Costs and Fees

The ESL Program is offered four times throughout the year; please see http://luc.edu/esl/calendar.shtml for specific dates.

F-1 Visa Holders are required to attend full time, and consequently pay for 21 credits during the Spring and Fall semesters, or 9 credits for each Summer semester. American citizens and green card holders may choose how many classes they take, and will pay accordingly. Housing and food costs will vary according the choice made by the student.

Average Tuition and Housing Costs for international students for the Fall and Spring semesters is $12,272. Full-time tuition (21 credits) for the Fall and Spring is $5,252 per semester. This cost includes five courses, university fees which include access to all university facilities and services, and a CTA UPASS for unlimited use of Chicago public transportation throughout the semester. Housing and health insurance are separate.

Average Tuition and Housing Costs for international students for the Summer semesters is $4,920. Full-time tuition (9 credits) for each summer session is $2,195 per semester. The cost includes access to all university facilities and services. Housing and health insurance are separate.

For details about the application process:
http://luc.edu/esl/application_procedur.shtml
To apply online:
http://www.luc.edu/esl/semester_application.shtml

Accommodations

Loyola's ESL students can choose from a variety of housing options:

1. Living on Campus:

• Loyola is excited to now offer an International Floor! For more information, please contact Michelle Lata at res-life@luc.edu or call +773.508.3300.
• If you are interested in living in Loyola Housing, please review your options at http://www.luc.edu/reslife/index.shtml. All questions regarding housing can be directed to http://www.luc.edu/reslife/contactus.shtml.

2. Homestay

Some students enjoy the experience of living with an American family. If you are interested in this option, please visit http://www.chicagohomestaysearch.com/.

We look forward to welcoming you to Loyola University Chicago - English as a Second Language Program! To request more information, complete the inquiry form and we will respond to you directly. You may also view our site at http://luc.edu/esl/.