CPELI Intensive English Program

Program Overview
- Levels 1-6 Beginner to Advanced
- Placement Test upon arrival which includes an oral interview and a writing test
- 8-week courses offered five times a year (see Dates & Fees)
- Core classes are Reading/Writing/Grammar and Listening/Speaking
- Levels 1-4 study 20 hours a week
- Academic Levels 5-6 study 18 hours a week
- Students at Advanced level may be eligible to take combo of university/ELI classes
Who Should Apply?
Students who are interested in:
- Preparing for study at a U.S. university
- Studying for the TOEFL or IELTS
- Improving your English for business
- Experiencing fun activities and American culture while learning English


Unique Features
- Experienced, enthusiastic, and highly qualified instructors
- University application advising
- Responsive, helpful staff
- Conversation practice with Cal Poly Pomona students
- Planned social activities on campus
- Convenient location to major cities, beaches, and local attractions
- University housing with Cal Poly Pomona students
Program Information
- Levels 1-4: 20 hours per week
- Listening/Speaking - 10 hours per week
- Reading/Writing/Grammar - 10 hours per week
- Levels 5 and 6: 18 hours per week
- Listening/Speaking options - 6 hours per week
- Academic Reading & Writing (I and II) or Research Writing - 6 hours per week
- Two electives each term – 3 hours per week. Choose from Academic Vocabulary, Advanced Grammar, Writing Lab, University Prep, College Reading, TOEFL/IELTS Prep.
Level |
Student Learning Objectives |
Level Criteria |
1 |
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To receive a Level 1 Certificate, you must have:
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2 |
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To receive a Level 2 Certificate, you must have:
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3 |
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To receive a Level 3 Certificate, you must have:
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4 |
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To receive a Level 4 Certificate, you must have:
RW Class Grade: 70 % or higher |
5 |
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To receive a Level 5 Certificate, you must have:
RW Class Grade: 70 % or higher |
6 |
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To receive a Level 6 Certificate, you must have:
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Levels 1-4 Sample Schedule | |||||
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TIME | MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY | FRIDAY |
8:00 - 9:50 |
Listening & Speaking |
Listening & Speaking |
Listening & Speaking |
Listening & Speaking | Listening & Speaking |
9:50 - 10:00 | Break | Break | Break | Break | Break |
10:00 - 11:50 |
Reading, Writing, Grammar |
Reading, Writing, Grammar |
Reading, Writing, Grammar |
Reading, Writing, Grammar | Reading, Writing, Grammar |
12:30 - 1:30 |
Break |
Conversation Club | Break |
Activities |
Break |
Levels 5-6 Sample Schedule | |||||
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TIME | MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY | FRIDAY |
8:00 - 9:50 | Academic Writing | Advanced Grammar | Academic Writing | Advanced Grammar | Academic Writing |
9:50 - 10:20 | Break | Break | |||
10:30 - 11:50 | Advanced Electives | Advanced Electives | Writing Lab | Advanced Electives | Advanced Electives |
11:50 - 12:20 | Break | ||||
12:30 - 1:30 | Break | Conversation Club | Activities | Break |
*Examples of Advanced Electives include: Contemporary American Topics, Films and their Stories, Critical Listening and Speaking for University Success, Preparing for University, etc.
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3801 W. Temple Ave.
Bldg 86
Pomona CA 91768
https://www.cpeli.cpp.edu
Phone: 909-869-4599
Email : cpeli@cpp.edu
Office Hours:
Monday – Friday
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM