Some students make progress more quickly than others depending in part upon their motivation, study skills and previous language learning experience. For these students, the average length of time required to complete the program is two to three consecutive sessions. This applies to a student who begins at the intermediate level. For beginning students a full year of study may be required before minimal academic proficiency has been reached. On average, students receive 5 hours of class instruction a day and 1 to 2 hours of homework assignments.
Classes follow the general schedule outlined below.