Academic Excellence -- Environmental Beauty

The American English Institute is at the University of Oregon, Oregon's primary liberal arts university since 1876. It is a 280-acre campus with about 20,000 students. University of Oregon is located in Eugene, Oregon, a friendly city of approximately 150,000 people. The University has a strong focus on both environmental and international concerns.

• Natural Setting: The Pacific Northwest area of the United States is known for its clean beaches, miles of scenic waterways and snow-capped mountains. The climate in Eugene is moderate.
• International Reputation: University of Oregon is a nationally ranked state university that offers a large number of highly ranked undergraduate and graduate degrees across a range of programs in Arts, Sciences, Architecture, Journalism, Education, Music and Law. International students are about 8% of the university.
• Excellent Recreation: Excellent skiing, hiking, boating, and camping are one hour east in the mountains; the Pacific Ocean is about one hour west. Many nearby golf courses offer reasonable rates.
• Safety and Community: Eugene is safe, friendly, quiet and offers a wide variety of cultural and sports events.

Our Programs and You

• Fully accredited through the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation (CEA)
• Six levels of language study: beginning through advanced
• Four 10-week terms per year
• Elective classes in TOEFL, Business, Culture, Pronunciation
• American conversation partners
• Advanced level students may take UO classes
• Programs in academic preparation, language and culture
• Experienced faculty with MAs, PhDs in Applied Linguistics and related fields
• Specially designed programs in Teacher Training, Business, Distance Education
• If needed, students continue to receive English support in writing, reading, and oral communication after admission via the AEIS program.

Facts about University Admissions

• Students who are academically qualified but need a higher level of language proficiency, can be conditionally admitted to the University. They must attend the AEI until they achieve an adequate TOEFL score or have successfully completed Level 6.

TOEFL and IELTS Requirements

• UO requires a 500 on paper-based TOEFL, 173 on computer based TOEFL or 61 on internet based TOEFL for undergraduate admission
• UO also accepts 6.0 on IELTS
• TOEFL tests are offered on campus
• AEI elective courses for TOEFL preparation are offered every term.
• Students who successfully complete our Intensive English Program can also be admitted to the University of Oregon with no TOEFL requirement.

Student Services

Students at the AEI receive UO ID cards and have access to all university services such as:

• Libraries & museums
• International Student Organizations
• Free city bus pass
• The Teaching and Learning Center (help with writing, math, and academic skills)
• The Yamada Language Center (for independent language study)
• Student Health Center
• Advising
• Campus-wide WiFi computer access
• UO e-mail address
• University sports events
• Outdoor Program
• Sports facilities
• Airport pick-up on request

For a full list of costs, go here: http://aei.uoregon.edu/IEP/costs/

For important calendar dates, go here: http://aei.uoregon.edu/IEP/calendar.html

Housing

Students have a variety of housing options, including:

• Dormitories/Residence Halls
• Homestays
• Off-campus housing
• Quad apartments with a shared kitchen