Institute for International Studies (IIS) / ESL Programs

The Institute for International Studies (IIS) at Hope International University (HIU) serves international students from around the world. We are certain that we can offer you one of the very best programs to study the English language for the following reasons:

• Class Size - We have an average of 10-15 students per class.
• Dedicated Teachers - Our teachers have advanced training and degrees.
• Curriculum - Full-time students will be enrolled in 18 hours of class per week in a variety of skills.
• Mentor Program - IIS students have the option of being paired up with an HIU student.
• Field Trips - We offer weekly field trips to the amusement parks, shopping centers, museums, local events, etc.
• Location - HIU is close to beaches, parks, and major cities.
• School Size - HIU is a small, private university where everyone knows each other by name.
• Student Center - The new Lawson-Fulton Student Center has a gymnasium, fitness center, student lounge, and other facilities for students to enjoy.
• Housing - IIS students will live in the men or women's dormitories with Americans and other international students.
• Christian Values - Students will learn in a safe and caring environment.

These are just a few of the many reasons why we know we can offer you one of the best programs for studying ESL and experiencing American culture.

Please click on the links on the left side of this webpage to learn more about us. You can see our course descriptions, find out what we teach, what some of our former students say about us, and more information on our teachers. Finally, you can download application forms and contact us if you have any questions.