Custom Programs
Introduction
The Tutorium designs customized English programs for businesses, educational institutions, government organizations, and private groups. Each program is tailored to your group’s budget, schedule, and language goals, with classes available at your location, on campus, or online.
Example Program and Costs
For a group of up to 10 adults (18+ years old) coming to Chicago for at least 12 hours of English language instruction and excursions with on campus housing and meals, the estimated costs are between $11,560 to $17,740 per week for the entire group. Click the links below for an itemized breakdown of costs per student or to request a quote.
Pricing & Program Fees | Request a Custom Group Program Quote
Note: Students enrolled in full-time customized short-term programs may be eligible for an I-20.
Examples of Customized Courses
Our customized programs are designed to support working professionals, visitors of Chicago, students on academic break and special groups. Here are a few examples of customized courses we have designed:
- Research Writing: Language and Process & From Drafts to Manuscripts for UIC Association of post-doctoral fellows
- English Communication Skills for Bank of Beijing employees
- Government/Business English for 21st Century Institute “Global City” seminars
- Language Instruction Training for instructors from National University of Defense Technology, Changsha, China
- Medical English and Academic Speaking/Listening Skills for UIC College of Nursing
- Chicago, Culture, and Communication as a vacation course for part-time learners on tourist visas
- English Language Course for parents of students enrolled in Chicago Public Schools
Pricing & Program Fees
Custom Group Program Price Range
| Services | Min Range | Max Range | Price Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language Instruction (12-18 hours ) Estimate | $180.00 | $270.00 | per student per week |
| Housing Estimate | $476.00 | $679.00 | per student per week, depending on residence building and room type chosen and assigned |
| Meals Estimate | $250.00 | $350.00 | per student per week when dining at UIC dining hall for at least three meals a day |
| Program Support Estimate | $250.00 | $475.00 | per student per week, with the lower price point only including basic daily program support while the higher price point also includes local transportation as well as three main cultural excursions. |
Program Add-ons
| Add-Ons | Min Range | Max Range | Price Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Academic Seminar Estimate | $600.00 | $3,000.00 | per 3 hour guest lecture depending on expertise |
| Recreation, Exercise, Fitness Estimate (5 hours per week required for youth programs) | $35.00 | $78.00 | per student per week (minimum charge of 10 students even if less than 10 students) |
| Group Bus Transportation Estimate | $1,000.00 | $3,000.00 | per day trip depending on distance |
4 Easy Steps to Start Your Custom Program
Step 1 – Tell Us Your Goals – Fill out the form below and tell us what English skills you want to learn. Please include any questions and/or concerns.
Step 2 – Receive a Custom Proposal – We will make a plan with hours, topics, and schedule.
Step 3 – Approve & Schedule – Review your proposed learning plan and approve.
Step 4 – Start Learning – Begin your custom English program with UIC Tutorium.