Non-F-1 Students Part-time Program Info, Tuition & Fees 2016



    Thank you for considering Capstone.
      We want you to fully benefit from your time with us. Please carefully read our Program Overview so you will know what to expect. We want you to be confident that our programs match your goals.

    Our structure:
      4 terms per year. Students may enter our program mid-term. See Our Calendar for new student entry dates (in green).

    Our Mission:
      To improve your English Language skills.

    Program Description
      Capstone provides instruction to you in English as a Second Language. Capstone has a special approach to teaching English as we consistently evaluate the needs of our unique student population:

      Our programs to meet or exceed current ESL teaching standards. We provide opportunities for daily in-class learning. We follow your progress and guide your pace. Capstone offers 4 terms per year. Each term is divided into two 6 week sessions. Once you complete 1 term (two 6 week sessions), you will advance to the next level.

      We provide the framework for you to improve your English language ability. You must fulfill USCIS attendance requirements and show progress in your English skills.

      We understand that everyone has different goals and learn in different ways. Skills practice in group classes and performance testing will help you confidence and proficiency in your English abilities.

      To help you learn quickly and meet your goals, we offer different programs corresponding different levels of study. Please read on for a description of our three different programs and their class meeting times:

    SKILLS PROGRAMS

    3 SKILLS - 15hrs/week:
      $920/Session (6 weeks) Basic, Intermediate & Advanced Studies - Levels 1a – 3b:
      This program aims to equip you with literacy skills. The components include grammar and communications practice so you will be able to participate in a group class, and become acquainted with life in the U.S.A. You will Speaking & Listening, Reading & Writing and Grammar classes. All classes are mandatory. See the weekly schedule below:

    MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
    10:00  Speak/Listen   Speak/Listen   Speak/Listen   Speak/Listen   Speak/Listen 
    10:30  Speak/Listen   Speak/Listen   Speak/Listen   Speak/Listen   Speak/Listen 
    11:00 Read/Write Read/Write Read/Write Read/Write Read/Write
    11:30 Read/Write Read/Write Read/Write Read/Write Read/Write
    12:00 Lunch  Finish @ 12:00  Lunch  Finish @ 12:00  Lunch
    12:30 Lunch Lunch Lunch
    1:00 GrammarGrammar Grammar
    1:30 GrammarGrammar Grammar
    2:00 Grammar Grammar Grammar
    Finish 2:40pm 2:40pm 2:40pm

    3 SKILLS - 13hrs/week:
      $800/Session (6 weeks) Basic, Intermediate & Advanced Studies - Levels 1a – 3b:
      This program is for students whose ability ranges from Basic Level to High Advanced. We work to balance your learning style and study goals. Quality in-class instruction can increase fluency in spoken English and prepare you to take a standardized test. You attend Speaking & Listening, Reading & Writing as well as Vocabulary building. Intermediate, advanced, and TOEFL preparation are available for advanced students. Classes are Monday - Friday. All classes are mandatory. See the weekly schedule below:

    MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
    10:00  Speak/Listen   Speak/Listen   Speak/Listen   Speak/Listen   Speak/Listen 
    10:30  Speak/Listen   Speak/Listen   Speak/Listen   Speak/Listen   Speak/Listen 
    11:00 Read/Write Read/Write Read/Write Read/Write Read/Write
    11:30 Read/Write Read/Write Read/Write Read/Write Read/Write
    12:00  Finish @ 12:00  Lunch  Finish @ 12:00  Lunch  Finish @ 12:00 
    12:30 Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch
    1:00 Basic-Life Skills Basic-Life Skills
    1:30 Int/Adv Vocabulary Int/Adv Vocabulary
    2:00 Adv. TOEFL Adv. TOEFL
    Finish 12:00pm 2:30pm 12:00pm 2:30pm12:00pm

    2 SKILLS @ 10hrs/week:
      $620/Session (6 weeks) Basic, Intermediate & Advanced Studies - Levels 1a – 3b:
      Students at all levels of ability ranging from Basic Level to High Advanced can choose this program which covers Listening & Speaking and Reading & Writing. Students attend 10 hours/week. Classes are in the morning, Monday - Friday. All classes are mandatory. See the weekly schedule below:

    MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
    10:00  Speak/Listen   Speak/Listen   Speak/Listen   Speak/Listen   Speak/Listen 
    10:30  Speak/Listen   Speak/Listen   Speak/Listen   Speak/Listen   Speak/Listen 
    11:00 Read/Write Read/Write Read/Write Read/Write Read/Write
    11:30 Read/Write Read/Write Read/Write Read/Write Read/Write
    Finish 12:00pm 12:00pm 12:00pm12:00pm

    2 SKILLS @ 8hrs/week:
      $500/Session (6 weeks) Basic, Intermediate & Advanced Studies - Levels 1a – 3b:
      Students ranging from Basic Level to High Advanced can select this program which covers Grammar as well as for basic level students, Vocabulary for intermediate & advanced and TOEFL preparation for advanced students only. Students attend 8 hours/week. Classes are in the afternoon, Monday - Friday. All classes are mandatory. See the weekly schedule below:
    MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
    1:00 GrammarBasic-Life SkillsGrammar Basic-Life SkillsGrammar
    1:30 GrammarInt/Adv VocabularyGrammar Int/Adv VocabularyGrammar
    2:00 Grammar Advanced-TOEFLGrammar Advanced-TOEFLGrammar
    Finish 2:40pm 2:40pm 2:40pm 2:40pm 2:40pm

    TUITION & FEES

    Registration Fee:
      $150 -- Includes Registration & Placement Test fee. Due upon registration, on the same day all registration documents are submitted to Capstone’s Admissions Desk. Non Refundable.
        In person - 1411 SW Morrison St. Suite 350 Portland, OR 97205
        Fax - (503)228-3961
        Email: admissions@capstone.org

    You are expected to complete your full term of attendance
      As established at registration. Should a student request to terminate during their first week of school, it is solely at Capstone’s discretion to allow such a termination. You will be refunded the tuition fee less $500 for processing and instruction allocated. If you terminate after the first week of school, there is no refund.

    Tuition & Books:
      Tuition fees are due on the scheduled day of student Orientation and Placement Test. There are no refunds for this first payment. All materials can be purchased at the front desk. Payment for Books is due on or before the first day of school. Tuition must be paid in full before receiving your class schedule. A $50 Late Fee will apply if Tuition is not paid in full on the day of your Orientation and Placement Test. Students will not be allowed to start classes if Tuition is not paid BEFORE the first day of a session. Failure to make payment may result in student termination.

    Tuition Payments per Session are due 2 weeks before the Session Start Date.
      After completing your first session of study, a new tuition payment is due. Invoices can be found and paid for at the front desk. After the Tuition Due Date, student may not attend school until payment is made.. Failure to make payment as scheduled may result in a student’s termination.

    Attendance Policy
      School Hours are: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday

    Questions?
      Should you have questions about enrollment and our program, contact us:




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