Summer Institutes
ISLC’s Summer Language Institutes are a very effective way to quickly acquire the fundamental skills needed to communicate in the language on a Basic level. And with up to four different levels of language courses offered, those who already possess some skill will be able to effectively take their ability to the next level.
The Summer RLI is an eight-week intensive course. The cost for the entire 8-week course is $2250. The course is offered in two 4 - week modules and for each module you can receive 4 Undergraduate credit hours or 3 Graduate credit hours. Those wishing to enroll in this course for credit should fill out the CIU online application form. Or you may go to www.ciu.edu/summerstudies and click on “General Info.” Up to six hours of graduate or eight hours of undergraduate credit can be earned by taking the entire eight-week program of classes during the summer. Those wishing to take the course for non credit should fill out the RLM online form.
Summer 2010
- A former RLI participant with Ukrainian orphans
RLI Dates: June 7 through July 30, 2010*
Our Russian Language Institute is held on the campus of Columbia International University (CIU). The RLI is designed to help you acquire as much proficiency as possible during 8 weeks of focused study. Within two weeks you will be able to read, write and even hold a basic conversation in Russian. We provide an encouraging atmosphere of prayer and support as you embark on the exciting journey of learning this beautiful language.
Students also benefit from films, instructional resources and seminars that introduce them to Russian culture and prepare them for the joys and challenges of life and ministry among Russian speakers.
RLI Summer Tuition: $2,250 (8 weeks)*
Enrollment deposit $100.00. The enrollment deposit is non-refundable and will be applied to tuition.
ALI Dates: June 21 - July 30, 2010
The Arabic Language Institute will be held on the campus of Columbia International University (CIU). You may apply directly to ISLC by clicking here for an online application.
ALI Summer tuition: $1950 (6 weeks)*
Enrollment deposit $100.00. The enrollment deposit is non-refundable and will be applied to tuition.
Arab WorldView Seminar
In addition to the language curriculum all Arabic Language Institute students will participate in classes and seminars devoted to the cultural worldview of modern Arabs. Vital aspects of Arab culture, the influence of Islam and security issues will be explored through interesting seminars and special lectures. Students also have the opportunity during the summer to enroll in courses on a variety of topics related to Islam through the Zwemer Institute which is located on campus. Taken together, the ALI and Zwemer will combine to provide the student with excellent preparation for ministry in the Arab world.
Housing
CIU has on-campus housing with Room and board for students attending the summer programs.
We can also provide you with a list of Off-Campus Housing
Room & Board in CIU dormitories: $1,640*
Russian Cultural House boarding (8 weeks):
- Double occupancy: $720*
- Single occupancy: $1,000*
- Married couple: $1,440*
RLI Abroad Program: May 17 through June 11, 2010
Our new Russian Language Institute Abroad will be held in Kiev, Ukraine at a location to be announced. This program is designed for the student who already has a degree of basic proficiency in Russian, and would like to take that proficiency to the next level. Two intensive 2-week courses will be offered: Biblical Russian for Discipleship and Correct Grammar in Spoken Russian. We’re raising the amount of contact hours this year, with 4 hrs. of training each day in the grammar course, and 2 1/2 contact hours per day in the Bible course. Students who have studied at RLI during the previous cycle, or who already have the appropriate level of proficiency for this course are welcome to apply. We will also be serving those who are already living and working in Russian-speaking countries. To enroll, please first contact our office at 800-799-7976. More information coming soon.
Summer RLI Abroad Tuition: $750.00 for both courses; $450.00 for the grammar course and $350.00 for the Bible course separately.
Room & Board: TBA
Please call ISLC at (800)799-7976 for more information.