Our English Language and Culture school aims to improve your English skills and acquaint you with American culture in an environment focused on Christian missions.

Exactly what does your ELC course cover?

Our course is an introduction to English. The student will be introduced to basic phonetics, grammar and vocabulary. By the end of the course a student should exhibit a dramatic improvement in speaking, reading, writing and comprehending English. Coursework will also prepare you to work cross-culturally in English-speaking nations around the world. Note: ELC is a full-immersion language course; all instruction and conversation is in English.

How long is the course?

This is a 12-week course.

How much does it cost?

The tuition is $2400 (USD) for the 12 weeks and includes housing, food, books and materials. If you are from a developing nation, please inquire about the availability of scholarships that could reduce your tuition costs.

ELC Life

Your day typically begins at 8 AM with prayer and devotional time. Formal classes run 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, with a 15-minute mid-morning break. Lunch is from 1:15 PM to 2:00 PM, followed by two hours of community work duties, giving you the opportunity to practice English outside of class. Dinner is served at 5:30 PM. Evenings feature a variety of special classes, including The Purpose Driven Life, Everyday Conversation and English in Movies. Weekends are generally free for recreation, homework and church, unless a field trip or special outing is scheduled.

Once each month, you and your fellow classmates will take a field trip to a city of cultural or historical importance. Washington DC, Colonial Williamsburg, Norfolk and Virginia Beach are typical destinations, though others are possible during your school. These all-day trips give you firsthand exposure to American culture, while at the same time giving you opportunity to practice your English in the "real world."

Application forms are available in English, Portuguese & Spanish. To complete online, click on the Online Application Form link below. You may also download an application (see links below). If you do not have access to a computer, contact us by email or phone and we will be happy to send you an application by mail

Our next courses begin September 15, 2008 & April 09, 2009

Contact Us

Application Form in English

Application Form in Spanish

Application Form in Portuguese

ELC@ywamva.org

(804) 236-8898

University of the Nations-Virginia

PO BOX 7736

Richmond, VA 23231-0236 USA