No. One of the hallmarks of ELIC is the quality of training provided to all program participants by experienced staff as well as outside professionals. Topics include cross-cultural adjustment, team building, curriculum, and relationship building with students.

Yes. Curriculum professionals will provide you with resources specifically designed for our teaching programs. In addition, each teaching site has an extensive ELIC resource library. Teachers in China and Mongolia will also receive a quality professional journal, which is produced quarterly in country by ELIC.

Yes. With ELIC, you are never sent alone. Teams range in size from two to eight or more. ELIC staff members thoughtfully put together each team to better ensure a quality experience for all.

ELIC teachers raise their own financial support to serve overseas. Teachers in China receive a monthly salary in domestic currency from their host institution, which is more than enough to cover basic living expenses. Teachers in all countries may select a financial profile that allows for a standard monthly stipend in hard currency.

ELIC's all inclusive financial profile includes the following provisions: a monthly personal allowance, housing & utilities, transportation, medical care, ongoing Asia support, North American support services, complete training, mid-year Thailand conference, team placement, and curriculum resources. Actual program costs are substantially higher than the amount ELIC teachers are required to raise. ELIC is able to offset these costs through significant donations from friends and foundations.

It is not necessary to know the language of your host country in order to teach. National students in all programs are able to speak at least basic English. However, most teachers find that their experience is more rewarding and fruitful when they are able to gain an understanding of the language and culture in which they teach. Because of this, it is ELIC’s hope that all teachers will pursue language study to the best of their ability within the context of their assignment.

Yes. Typically, ELIC teachers live on campus in their own apartment, which is equipped with cooking facilities. Accommodations vary depending on country and program, but ELIC field staff personally visit each location to ensure that it meets our requirements.

While your host institution in Asia provides basic medical care, ELIC provides additional medical insurance that includes options for emergency medical evacuation and care outside of your assigned country if required. ELIC also provides a life insurance policy and Foreign Workers Compensation.

The reality of college loans is no longer a valid reason for postponing meaningful service in Asia. Through our College Loan Repayment Program, participants may elect to raise additional financial support above the standard profile so that approved college loans may be repaid while they serve in Asia. Most student loans can also be deferred either through ELIC or, for those participating in one of the ELIC graduate programs, through your graduate school. Loans can be deferred for one year at a time, and you can renew them annually by submitting applicable loan deferment forms each service year. Contact your lender regarding which loan deferment you should file, or check the web for more information.

Yes. ELIC provides a complete newsletter service, including typing, formatting, printing and mailing of your newsletter on a monthly basis. You'll also receive full-color photo cards to distribute to your support team.

Yes. We'll handle all receipting, tracking and acknowledging of donations for you before you leave for Asia, while you're there, and for as long as needed after you return.

Yes. Complete transportation is provided from your home city in North America to your host institution in Asia and back to your home city. Also included is an allowance for semester break travel.

Yes. As a participant in our University Teaching Program, you'll enjoy an enriching week of rest, renewal and fellowship in Thailand during the mid-winter break. All conference expenses are covered, including transportation to and from your home in Asia.

You will usually hear in two to three weeks after we have received your completed application packet, depending on the time of the year. We will do everything possible to screen your application and arrive at a decision in a timely manner.