Greetings from the Director

Thank you for your interest in the intensive English program at the Center for English Language Education (CELE) at Northwest University. As you are making your school decisions, allow me to highlight the qualities that set our program apart:

Academic excellence: Our program provides students with the best English training possible. Classes are small so you receive individualized attention from our experienced, passionate teachers. Students who wish to attend Northwest University will have their TOEFL waived after successfully completing the CELE program.

Campus connections: CELE students are a part of the larger Northwest University community, and have many opportunities to make friends and practice speaking English. CELE students are encouraged to live in the dorms with an American roommate. You can enjoy NU sporting events, the fitness center, and artistic (theatre & concert) performances.

Cultural experiences: We know that you want to learn more about American culture as well as study English, so field trips are offered throughout the year. Students visit Seattle landmarks, attend local fairs and festivals, and enjoy holiday celebrations. A favorite tradition is the monthly CELE family dinner.

Location: Northwest University is located on the eastside of Seattle, in Kirkland, along scenic Lake Washington. If you don’t mind a little rain, this is one of the most beautiful cities in the country. Weekends and holidays can be spent along the coast, on mountain hikes, or enjoying city dining & shopping, all within a short drive!

Now is the perfect time to join our program and take your English learning to the next level. I hope to see you soon!

Best regards,

Autumn Witt, Ph.D.
CELE Director
Northwest University

Program Descriptions:

1. Intensive English Program
2. Summer Language & Culture Camp
3. Summer Graduate School Preparation

Intensive English Program

Students will improve their English language abilities to reach their academic goals and develop leadership abilities. Many students will attend Northwest University after graduating from the CELE program. Students who pass the second semester of CELE classes will NOT have to take the TOEFL to enter NU.

Classes include:
Integrated Speaking/Reading/Listening
Integrated Writing/Reading/Listening
English Grammar
Pronunciation/Vocabulary

Schedule: 25 hrs/week, 14 weeks.
The schedule is rigorous and academically focused. Teachers are highly qualified and excited about the class subjects, so learning is challenging, but fun!

Dates

Prices:

Summer English & Culture Camp

Camp will be a fun mix of language practice in the morning and learning through hobbies in the afternoon. Each Friday and Saturday, students will go on group tours. On Sunday, if students choose to participate, they can visit a local church for that extra cultural experience.

Dates:
University Students (age 18 +): 6/27-7/15
High School Students (age 15-17): 7/11-7/29

Price

*Free airport pick up (from Sea-Tac Int’l airport)
**Airfare not included

Clubs are run by trained specialists and university coaches, and assisted by Northwest University students. Campers will get to learn English and make friends through fun activities.

Clubs: Chess, Golf, Mountain Hiking, Karate, Music, Photography, Soccer, Tennis, Volleyball, and Zumba (exercise) dance.

Summer Graduate School Preparation Program

Graduate programs are more condensed and reading/writing intensive than undergraduate courses and many students (international and even some traditional students) struggle with the intense course load.

CELE graduate courses are designed to scaffold students’ abilities up to graduate academic levels and promote graduate student retention.

Upon successful completion, TOEFL scores are waived for Northwest University students with conditional enrollment status into NU in MBA and Grad Psych programs.

Classes:
Advanced ESL Writing
Advanced ESL Grammar
Advanced Aural/Oral Skills

Dates: 6/6 – 8/12 (10 weeks, 15 hrs/week)

Tuition: $3000