English Language Institute

ELI will no longer be accepting applications for general admission. ELI will be closing March, 2020.

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About English Language Training

(Firat and Huaiyin Cohorts Only)

English Language Training (ELT) of Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas, is a part of the Office of International Programs. ELT's goal is to help students from Firat and Huaiyin Normal University achieve their academic and professional objectives. To that end, ELT provides an effective learning program where international students can improve their English language proficiencies in a friendly and supportive atmosphere. Our students are important to us and we care about them and their needs.

Mission Statement

The mission of English Language Training is to ensure that students gain the academic language proficiency and critical thinking skills required for success in the U.S. higher education system, and to provide them with the cultural awareness necessary for confidence in their communicative ability.

Goals

Deliver quality instruction, program administration, and provide excellent service and support that is student centered.
Develop new programs and/or courses collaborating with departments across campus to serve the needs of cohorts.
Facilitate intercultural experiences and events that provide both hands on experiences and lasting impressions among students.

ELT Student Guide ELT Program Powerpoint

International Welcome Message

We are here to support and help you to accomplish the goals you have planned for your future academic success. If you have any additional questions or comments, please find our contact information below. We appreciate your interest in the English Language Training program and hope that we will have the privilege of welcoming you soon.

Contact ELT

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Contact Us

English Language Training

Justin R. Ball
Director of International Programs

jball@shsu.edu

Farrington 116

Nikki Dziuk

Administrative Assistant

nld015@shsu.edu

Farrington 116

Email: ELI@shsu.edu Phone: (936) 294-4737

Office of International Programs

1908 Avenue J, Box 2150
Huntsville, TX 77341

Office Location: Farrington Building, Suite 116

Phone: 936-294-4737

International Student Spotlight

Aakanksha,
from India
Major: Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security

What do you enjoy most about SHSU?
"My graduate study at SHSU has been enriching in every sense. The student-professor ratio is great and the professors help enhance my learning and expose me to the latest trends in my field."

Xingchen Yuan,
from China
Major: Criminal Justice

Why did you choose SHSU?
"I am very interested in criminal law and the College of Criminal Justice at SHSU is ranked third in the U.S. I think there must be something worth learning and it will be a challenging and interesting journey."

Lara Sterzik Fink,
from Brazil
Major: Mass Communication

What advice do you have for new international students?
"Be open to make friends and don't be embarrassed about your accent. The more you practice, the better your English will be!"

Nghia Dang,
from Vietnam
Major: Computer Software Engineering Technology

What do you enjoy most about SHSU?
"At SHSU, students are encouraged to find on-campus jobs which help them develop their soft skills and gain confidence. I also appreciate that SHSU has a competitive tuition rate and affordable living expense"