Intensive ESL at ASU

Arizona State University (ASU) has been ranked one of the top 100 universities in the world.* ASU offers more than 500 top-quality graduate and undergraduate programs at four unique campuses across metropolitan Phoenix, the sixth-largest city in the U.S. ASU’s world-renowned faculty includes 2 Nobel laureates, 11 National Academy of Sciences members and 88 Fulbright American Scholars.

The American English and Culture Program (AECP) at ASU has been offering specially designed intensive English as a Second Language instruction since 1974, and has served students from more than 115 countries. AECP faculty and staff are prepared to help students meet their English goals, experience American culture and prepare for academic study.

*Academic Ranking of World Universities

Location

AECP is centrally located on the ASU Tempe campus. Tempe has been rated by the New York Times as one of the top ten college towns in the U.S. AECP students have direct access to student resource centers, computer technology centers, recreational centers, classroom buildings and campus events.

Program and Level

Classes are offered in eight-week sessions. There are five sessions offered each year. Students enroll in the number of sessions necessary to achieve the desired level of English proficiency. There are six levels of English offered, from basic to advanced. It takes one full session (eight weeks) to complete a level.

Courses

Full-time students study 21 hours per week, which includes two core courses in listening/speaking and reading/writing, and an elective course. More than 40 elective courses are offered and can be taken to earn special Professional English Certificates.

Conditional Admission to ASU

ASU offers conditional admission to international undergraduate applicants who meet the academic requirement but whose TOEFL or IELTS score does not meet the minimum English language proficiency requirement. Through conditional admission, students must successfully complete the highest English level in ASU’s American English and Culture Program (AECP).

TOEFL Waiver and ASU Admission

Students who complete AECP’s Advanced 2 level with a grade of “A” or “B” may enter an undergraduate or graduate degree program without TOEFL scores (unless the degree program has a special or higher requirement).

Certificates

The Certificate of Completion is awarded to those who have successfully completed their courses. In addition, AECP offers six Professional English Certificates to students who complete elective courses in particular areas: Academic English Certificate, Science and Technology Certificate, Business English Certificate, Communication Certificate, Fundamentals of English Certificate, and American Culture Studies Certificate.

Full-time Student Advisement

AECP has a full-time student advisor to help students with orientation, immigration counseling, and the admission process to one of ASU’s 500 degree programs.

Class Size

The average AECP class size is 15 students.

Faculty

All AECP teachers have at least a master’s degree in teaching English as a second language or a related field, and many have overseas teaching experience.

Living Accommodations

AECP students have several housing options that allow for interaction with Americans, including on-campus dormitories, American family home stays and near-campus apartments.

Group Programs

AECP partners with universities, companies, governments and international organizations to offer specialized group programs designed to meet specific needs and schedules.

Social and Cultural Activities

AECP students experience a full range of program-sponsored trips and activities to experience American culture, Arizona and ASU. Activities include field trips to the Grand Canyon and Sedona, museums, picnics, professional sporting events, conversation clubs and many more.

Program Details

• Costs Per 8-Week Session*
  Tuition: $2,499
  Student Services Fees: $150
  Books and Supplies (estimated): $190
  Health Insurance: $133
  ASU ID (SunCard) Fee: $25
  On campus dormitory (estimated, including meals): $1600
  Homestay (estimated, 2 meals per day): $1320
  Personal Expenses (varies, estimated): $400-$600
  *Costs are for 2013-2014. Subject to change.
  


• Future Sessions
  Summer, 2013: May 17 - July 15
  Fall 1, 2013: Aug. 19 - Oct. 11
  Fall 2, 2013: Oct. 11 - Dec. 10
  Spring I, 2014: Jan 8 - Mar 4
  Spring 2, 2014: Mar. 12 - May 6
  

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