Computer-Language
Laboratory
- Self-Training Software: HIA’s
state-of-the-art laboratory functions as a language
lab for practice in pronunciation, stress and intonation,
and listening comprehension with the use of CD-ROMs
and interactive web activities. Test practice software
is also available.
- Word Processing: Available for academic
and business writing, software for grammar, reading,
vocabulary, spreadsheets, and presentations.
- Internet: Students also enjoy free
access to e-mail and the internet.
Academic Advising
- Pre-program solution: As part of
the Intensive English Program, students may take advantage
of individualized academic advising pertaining to HIA
courses, electives, activities, and levels.
- Post-program solution: Each student
can meet with an advisor to determine which university
or college is most appropriate for his/her field of
interest and academic background. The advisor will inform
the student about admission requirements and assist
the student with the
application process.
University/College
Partnerships
- Audit / Observe: HIA‘s alliances
with local institutions provides our students with the
opportunities to audit or simply observe mainstream
classes. This great opportunity is strongly recommended
to our intermediate students to familiarize them
with the American educational system.
- Concurrent Enrollment: This alliance
between HIA and a few local institutions allows HIA’s
most advanced students to experience a freshman workload
while still attending HIA’s college-prep courses.
This option is the most intensive for our students. Students are expected to perform
at the level and speed of their American classmates.
Test Preparation
- TOEFL® Test: (Test of English
as a Foreign Language): for foreign students seeking
admission to English speaking colleges and universities.
- TOEIC® Test: (Test of English
for International Communication): for individuals who
want to demonstrate their ability to use English in
the global workplace.
- MELAB: (Michigan English Language
Assessment Battery) for foreign students seeking admission
to selected educational institutions in the US and Canada
that accept the MELAB as an alternative to the TOEFL
San Diego is home to several official test sites for
all 3 tests.
Placement and Completion
Testing
- Upon arrival: students will take
a primary placement test to determine their language
skills in reading and writing, an oral interview with
a qualified staff member to evaluate their speaking,
listening, and general comprehension skills. This primary
battery of assessment will be used to determine the
student’ initial class placement.
- During the course of the program:
the student will be assessed on a weekly basis to provide
the instructor and the student with a progress curve.
- At the end of the term: the student
is tested again to measure comprehensively their acquired
knowledge.
Certificate
Once students finish their program, HIA awards them
a Certificate of Completion, a transcript listing their
courses, and their progress chart.
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