Parents
We offer your child the opportunity to develop his English language skills while living in a safe and secure environment. Your child will meet people from all over the world as he studies in our English classes and participates in the cultural and social events of our school. He will make new friends, explore new ideas, and participate in a wide range of instructional activities designed to develop his English language abilities in preparation for study at a university in the U.S., and/or for use in social and professional situations.
As a parent, we understand your concerns for your child's education and safety. We want to assure you that we make every effort to provide an outstanding educational experience, and we take every precaution possible to protect and guide your child as he continues his education with us.
Our top priorities for your child are:
1) Quality of Education
2) Safety and Security
3) Support and Guidance
The program
Since 1965, more than 29,000 students from 123 countries have studied at TIEP. Students from an average of 25 countries study at TIEP each semester.
TIEP is one of the most highly credentialed English programs in Texas and the U.S. TIEP is accredited by the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation (CEA), and is a member in good standing of the American Association of Intensive English Programs (AAIEP) and University and College Intensive English Programs (UCIEP).
Our faculty members are facilitators for learning. They provide students with the resources and opportunities to learn and practice English; they diagnose students' linguistic strengths and weaknesses; and they serve as mentors for students.
Not only do our teachers hold Master's Degrees and Ph.Ds, but they are consistently applauded by the students, and our surveys show that the experience with the teachers is one of the most beneficial aspects of our program.
What makes us unique?
At TIEP, we believe that there are many components in effectively teaching the English language. We provide many opportunities for cultural exchange and conversation, while using the most modern and effective teaching methods, materials, and equipment. Our computer lab was upgraded recently, we provide Conversation clubs with native-English speakers, and have many social and cultural activities that allow for a comprehensive understanding of the culture, area, and language.
At TIEP, we gladly provide the following additional resources for our students:
- Elective classes in the afternoon, including TOEFL preparation classes
- Institutional TOEFL exams in March, May, August, October, and December
- TIEP is an Open TOEIC Test Center, and TOEIC tests are administered monthly.
- University application assistance
- Conditional Admission and TOEFL waiver to desirable U.S. universities
We also provide outstanding student services and activities:
- Access to university libraries, language laboratories, and recreational sports facilities
- Assistance with a wide variety of housing options: including dormitories, apartments, cooperatives, and homestays
- Academic and immigration information and advising
- Fun activities including socials, field trips, talent shows, and holiday-related events
Our Areas of Instruction
Our program accommodates beginning to advanced-level English proficiency, in four different programs of instruction, with 8-16 students per class.
- Beginning to low-intermediate level instruction
- Foundations of English
- Intermediate to advanced-level instruction in 3 areas
- English for Academic Purposes
- English for Business and Careers
- English for Communication and Culture
