The English as a Second Language Program serves students from all over the world, providing coursework for comprehensive language development.  A wide range of content and materials, presented through interesting methodology, make the experience of ESL effective and practical.  Proficiency levels from intermediate to advanced are welcome.  Participants are undergraduate, graduate, and professional level.  Small classes (8 to 15 people) enable students to advance rapidly.

How to Apply

• Apply online or
  
• Submit a paper application.

Curriculum

Classes are offered in speaking/listening, reading, vocabulary development, writing/grammar skills, accent improvement and American culture, toward academic proficiency and social communication. Special emphasis is placed on university preparation: written expression, TOEFL preparation, vocabulary expansion, comprehension, and speaking skills. Class levels range from high beginner to advanced.  Read course descriptions »
 

Program Dates

Fall 2011: August 29 - December 9

Spring 2012: January 16 - May 3

Course Schedule

• View Fall 2011 courses online (Use ESLP as subject code)
  
• View Spring 2012 courses online (note: course viewing not available until Spring 2012 pre-registration)
  
• View course descriptions
  
  

 For more information regarding the ESL Program visit academic.shu.edu/esl/.