Program Highlights

• Innovative, academically rigorous curriculum
• Highly qualified, caring instructors holding advanced degrees
• Small classes and personal attention
• Access to all campus facilities and organizations
• Individual tutoring with native English speakers
• Institutional TOEFL given three times a year at no extra cost
• On-campus housing with English speaking roommates
• University credit courses for qualified LIEP students
• Location in New Orleans, an exciting city with great music, wonderful food, beautiful architecture and world famous festivals

PILOT PROGRAM
The LIEP Pilot Program allows students to take academic courses along with the advanced intensive English courses for academic credit.  For more information, visit the Pilot Program website.

What Students Have Said About LIEP

“What I like best about LIEP is that the teachers and the tutors really care about my progress. They take personal pride in my rapid improvement.” – Guido Fassbender, Germany

“My tutor was my best friend away from home. I learned a lot of English by doing fun things with her outside of the classroom. Thanks to her, I learned a lot more than just English.” – Mayumi Joko, Japan

“The teachers, tutors, and staff are patient, friendly, and always willing to help me. I have learned so much English in a very short time. I will always remember the wonderful people I met through the program.” – Andres Tobon, Colombia

Superior Education and a Great Location

Our students study English in the stimulating environment of Loyola University New Orleans, a Jesuit university founded by the Society of Jesus in 1912.

Loyola enrolls over 4500 students from all 50 states and over 40 countries. Degrees are offered in 60 undergraduate fields and 10 graduate and professional programs.

Loyola’s 24-acre campus is located in the beautiful university area of New Orleans.The city’s historic streetcar stops in front of the university and runs downtown and to the world-famous French Quarter in approximately 30 minutes.

Across from Loyola is Audubon Park shaded by magnificent live oak trees.In the park, you will find recreational facilities such as running and bicycle paths and the city zoo, rated among the best in the United States.

Audubon Park borders the banks of the Mississippi River, where you can enjoy a leisurely afternoon bicycling, picnicking, or just watching the passing river traffic.

LIEP Curriculum

LEVELS OF INSTRUCTION
The Loyola Intensive English Program offers English instruction at the intermediate and advanced levels.

• Classes meet five days per week for a total of 20 weekly hours.
• Instruction focuses on communication skills in spoken and written English as well as a thorough grounding in English grammar.
• At the beginning of each semester, you will be tested and evaluated for placement at the appropriate level.
• You may enroll in successive terms until you achieve the necessary English skills to meet your needs.

Intermediate Level
At the intermediate level, you are introduced to all aspects of English through carefully guided class exercises which rapidly improve your listening skills, verbal fluency, writing skills, and reading comprehension. Audio and video materials, field trips, and cultural activities are designed to increase your language skills so that you can independently participate in U.S. life on campus and in the community.

Advanced Level
The advanced level offers an exciting, integrated, and academically rigorous curriculum. Through a wide range of written assignments and oral presentations, and through discussions, lectures, debates, and dramatizations, you are made thoroughly familiar with U.S. customs and culture.

LOYOLA COURSES FOR CREDIT
Intensive English students at the advanced level may qualify to take two LIEP courses for academic credit while enrolled in two other academic classes. An application for admission as an academic student, along with a high school or university transcript, must be submitted to Loyola University. For more information, visit the Pilot Program website.

TUTORS: VALUABLE FRIENDS
A unique and very popular feature of LIEP is the tutorial program. The tutors are advanced Loyola students, all native speakers of English, who have a special interest in language teaching and in other cultures.

You meet individually with your tutor twice a week for additional conversation and practice outside the classroom. Your tutor can advise you about day-to-day concerns such as shopping and entertainment and answer any questions about customs and culture in the U.S.

Your tutor often becomes a valuable friend, and many LIEP students keep in touch with their tutors long after they have returned to their home countries.

FACULTY: EXPERIENCED AND CARING

All LIEP instructors have a minimum of a Master’s degree as well as extensive training and experience in teaching English as a second language. They are dedicated professionals who are committed to their students. Because they have traveled and taught abroad as well as in the United States, our instructors are very sensitive to the particular learning styles of students from different countries and backgrounds.

TOEFL: MEASURING PROGRESS
An institutional TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is administered three times a year: at the end of the two 15-week sessions and at the end of the eight-week summer session. LIEP also has designed its own writing and speaking tests, which are used along with the TOEFL to measure your progress at all levels.

CERTIFICATES AND EVALUATION REPORTS
You will receive a certificate and an evaluation report at the end of each session. At midterm, your advisor will meet with you individually to give you a progress report including test scores and written comments by your instructors. You will be given advice on how to further improve your oral/aural and writing skills.

SPECIAL PROGRAMS FOR GROUPS
LIEP also offers specially designed programs for groups from schools, agencies, or other organizations, including international corporations interested in improving the English skills of their employees.

Loyola Intensive English Program Calendar

Students wishing to enroll for half a semester can do so by starting or ending at the mid-term.  The length of the half semester varies between 7 and 8 weeks depending on holidays.

Expenses 2011/2012 Academic Year

Loyola Facilities

UNIVERSITY FACILITIES: AVAILABLE TO LIEP STUDENTS
As an intensive English student, you enjoy the same privileges as other Loyola students with full access to the library, health center, residence halls, dining facilities, and recreational facilities. The university also offers numerous activities: concerts, ballet, lectures, theatre, film series, and social events. The university’s Recreational Sports and Athletics Complex has courts for tennis, basketball, volleyball, racquetball, and handball, a weight room, a jogging area, a swimming pool, sauna, whirlpool, and a steam room. LIEP students are encouraged to join clubs, exercise classes, and intramural teams.

LIBRARY & MEDIA CENTER: IMPROVING READING & LISTENING SKILLS
You are encouraged to borrow resources from the Loyola main library, which maintains a well-stocked selection of books, magazines, newspapers, and research materials such as dictionaries and encyclopedias. You are also strongly encouraged to use the Media Center, which has an interesting selection of documentaries and movies.

Housing

Housing for men and women is available on campus in Loyola’s modern, air-conditioned residence halls. They provide a safe and secure living environment and give you the opportunity to make friends with U.S. students. All rooms are double rooms, and LIEP students are almost always placed with English-speaking roommates. You should apply early since space in the residence halls is limited.

Many apartments are available near campus if you plan to stay in New Orleans for a longer period of time. For more information about living off-campus, visit http://www.loyno.edu/commuters/apartments.html. We recommend, however, that you initially live on campus. There are several cafeterias on campus which serve three meals daily at moderate prices. There is also a wide variety of inexpensive restaurants in the university area.

If you decide to live on-campus you will need to fill out a housing contract, available on the Residential Life website, and submit it to the Center for International Education via email at cie@loyno.edu or fax (+1-504-864-7548).

Cultural Activities: Learn About the U.S. and Have Fun

LIEP offers you many opportunities to practice English outside the classroom. When you arrive, you will be oriented to the program, the university, and the city through tours and other activities. Extracurricular programs introduce you to U.S. customs, history, traditions, and holidays, as well as the culture of New Orleans. Activities include tours of plantation houses, the French Quarter, swamps, museums, beach trips, the Superdome, restaurants, music clubs, and other places of interest. LIEP teachers, staff, or tutors accompany you on these activities. There are also many opportunities to hear jazz, Cajun and Dixieland music, and attend films, lectures, dinners, and many other types of activities both on and off campus.

For more information about life in New Orleans, visit the Center for International Education's website about Life in New Orleans.

Apply to LIEP

Admission Requirements

Please verify you meet the following requirements before applying to LIEP:

1. You must have an intermediate level (or higher) of English.

2. You must have completed high school.*

3. You must be at least 18 years old when you enroll in the program.*

*There may be exceptions to these requirements. If you have not completed high school or you are less than 18 years old, please send us an email and we will consider your individual case to determine whether admission to LIEP is appropriate.

how to apply

Start the application process by filling out the on-line application. Our online application system lets you check your application at any time. You can see the status of your application, and you can see any documents that may be missing. The system may seem a little confusing at first. But when you start to send in documents, you will see how easy it is.

Once you are on the application page:

1. View the terms and dates listed at the bottom of the page and decide which term you will select
2. Select "Apply Now"
3. Select "No" to the question "Have you received your login credentials already via email?"
4. Select "LIEP Application"
5. Fill out the requested information and an email will be sent to you with your login and password information (if you forget your password, click on “Forgot my password” on the login page)

DOCUMENTS: There are 4 kinds of documents in the online application program. We must receive these documents before we can accept you. Also, we must receive these documents before we can issue an I-20 or an F-1 visa (if you need a visa).

1. Signature verification form and copy of identity page of passport. Because this is an electronic application, we have to verify your identity. Please send us this right away. We must receive this before you can submit other documents.

2. Questionnaires - there are 2 questionnaires: (1) LIEP application and (2) essay. Complete these online and click submit when you are finished.

3. Signature Documents - these are electronic signatures. Click on the document and sign it electronically. Important: You will only be able to do this after we receive your signature verification form.

4. Material Submissions – these are physical documents that you have to send to Loyola. You can scan and email the documents to cie@loyno.edu, fax them, or send by mail. As soon as we receive them, we will mark them as received. The following are the material submissions that we require.

• Evidence of intermediate (or higher) level of English - this can be the LIEP language certification signed by an English teacher, OR a standardized language test, OR some other documentation including a telephone call with one of our instructors.
• LIEP Affidavit of support (if applying for F-1 status).
• LIEP Application fee of $150 – you can do this online, http://www.loyno.edu/cie/liep-deposit
• LIEP Residence Hall Contract (if you plan to live on campus).
• LIEP Immunization Form.

Please email cie@loyno.edu with any questions or concerns. We are excited that you will soon be joining us at the Loyola Intensive English Program.

Fees and housing are due upon arrival. Payment can be made by traveler’s check, cash, personal check, or credit card. A 40% refund of tuition is available to students only if they withdraw from the program in writing before the end of the first full week of the program. No refunds are made for housing.

Transfer to Loyola

If you are already in the United States attending another institution, LIEP will provide a Form I-20 once you complete steps 1 through 5 of the admissions requirements and are accepted into the program and we receive a transfer form from your previous institution. Transfer forms are available at http://www.loyno.edu/cie/transfer-to-loyola.

Apply to pilot program

Intensive English students at the advanced level may qualify to take two LIEP courses for academic credit while enrolled in two other academic classes.

To apply to the Pilot Program, you must apply to Loyola University New Orleans through the regular International Admissions process. 

Visa Information

If you are outside of the United States and are not a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, you will need to obtain a visa. Most students who study at Loyola and need a visa, get an "F-1 student" visa. The F-1 visa is for full-time academic study.

To apply for a student visa, you must:

1. Be admitted to LIEP
2. Provide adequate proof of financial support (click on the "Apply to LIEP" tab to download affidavits of support)
3. Present your Form I-20 (which LIEP will provide), proof of financial support, and any other documents that the visa-issuing officer may require to the U.S. Embassy or Consulate nearest you.

NOTE: It is possible to study in the U.S. on other visas aside from the F-1. However, B-1/B-2 and F-2 visa holders are not permitted to enroll in any full-time program of English Language or academic study.

To read more about applying for a student visa, visit http://loyno.edu/cie/visa-process

For visa-related questions, contact the Center for International Education at cie@loyno.edu or call +1-504-864-7550.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Do I need to take a test to enter the LIEP program?
2. How much is the application fee?
3. How long does it take to process my application?
4. Can I transfer to LIEP?
5. When will I receive my I-20?
6. How much does it cost?
7. How and when do I pay my tuition and fees?
8. What will I study as a LIEP student?
9. When does the program begin and end?
10. Can I take classes part-time?
11. Where will I live?
12. Can LIEP provide a special program for a group?
13. I am a U.S. permanent resident or in another visa status besides F-1. How do I enroll in the LIEP program?
14. Can I attend Loyola after I complete the LIEP program?
15. Does Loyola offer conditional admission?
16. Do I need to have health insurance?
17. Can I get a refund if I withdraw from the program?

Do I need to take a test to enter the LIEP program?
NO. You do not need to take a test to enter the LIEP program, but you do need to submit evidence of intermediate (or higher) level of English. To read more about this, click the "Apply to LIEP" tab at the top of the page.

How much is the application fee?
The nonrefundable application fee is $150. Once you are accepted into the program it will be deducted from LIEP tuition. To pay the application fee, click “Apply to LIEP” at the top of the page.

How long does it take to process my application?
Once you complete all of the requirements for your application, your application should be processed within 1 week.

When will I receive my I-20?
Once you complete all of the requirements for your I-20, your I-20 should be processed and mailed to you within 1 week unless you are in New Orleans or will be transferring from another school within the U.S. in which case the I-20 will be created and kept in the Center for International Education for you to pick up.

Can I transfer to LIEP?
YES. To transfer to LIEP, you will need to have your current institution fill out a transfer form and submit it to Loyola. To read more, visit the Transfer to Loyola section of our website.

How much does it cost?
The cost for LIEP depends on the length of the program in which you enroll. To read more about the cost of the program, click the “Expenses” tab at the top of the page. (Note: individuals needing student visa paperwork must show proof of financial support. To read more about this, click the “Apply to LIEP” tab at the top of the page)

How and when do I pay my tuition and fees?
You must pay your tuition and fees within 30 days of the program start date. You can pay your fees through the Bursar’s office either online or in person (http://www.loyno.edu/bursar/). Payments can be made by traveler’s check, cash, personal check, or credit card.

What will I study as a LIEP student?
Your studies will depend on your level of English proficiency. To read more about the curriculum, click on the “Curriculum” tab at the top of the page.

When does the program begin and end?
The program begin and end date varies depending on the length of program that you choose. To read more about the program options, click on the “Calendar” tab at the top of the page.

Can I take classes part-time?
YES, but only IF you are not on a student visa. Individuals in F-1 student status must be enrolled in classes full-time (there are a few exceptions to this rule). For more information, contact the Center for International Education at cie@loyno.edu or +1-504-864-7550.

Where will I live?
It is possible to live on-campus or off-campus. For more information about on-campus housing, visit the website for Residential Life. To reserve a spot in the Residence Halls, be sure to turn in a housing contract to the Center for International Education via email at cie@loyno.edu or fax (+1-504-864-7548).

Can LIEP provide a special program for a group?
YES. It is possible to schedule a special program for a group. For more information, contact the Center for International Education at cie@loyno.edu or +1-504-864-7550.

I am a U.S. permanent resident or in another visa status besides F-1. How do I enroll in the LIEP program?
As a U.S. permanent resident or U.S. citizen, you still need to complete all of the steps listed under the “Apply to LIEP” tab except for step the only step 3. You do not need to provide proof of financial support. If you are in another visa status and you do not wish to obtain F-1 student status you may apply as if you were a U.S. citizen. If you would like to switch to F-1 status, contact the Center for International Education at cie@loyno.edu or +1-504-864-7550.

Can I attend Loyola after I complete the LIEP program?
YES. If you complete the requirements of admission to a degree program you can continue your studies at Loyola. For more information about applying for a degree program visit www.apply.loyno.edu

Does Loyola offer conditional admission?
YES. If you meet all of the other requirements for admission to a degree program except for your level of English ability, it is possible to be admitted conditionally. However, it depends upon the degree program. For more information about conditional admission contact the Center for International Education at cie@loyno.edu or +1-504-864-7550.

Do I need to have health insurance?
All non-immigrant students or students living in the residence halls are required to have health insurance. Loyola University offers international insurance at a reasonable cost. To be released from this requirement, you must have an equivalent policy and submit a health insurance waiver. For more information on the health insurance requirement, visit http://www.loyno.edu/cie/healthcare-medical-insurance

Can I get a refund if I withdraw from the program?
A 40% refund of tuition is available to students only if they withdraw from the program in writing before the end of the first full week of the program. No refunds are made for housing.