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Host:
University of San Francisco
Contact:
Dr. Johnnie Johnson Hafernik, Program Director Tel: 415-422-6862 Fax: 415-422-2353 2130 Fulton Avenue LMM 142 San Francisco, CA 94117-1080 USA
Established:
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ESL Program / Intensive English Program
DescriptionThis is an intensive program for individuals who wish to improve their language skills for academic, professional, and personal reasons. The program emphasizes the basic language skills, includes cultural components, and offers electives such as TOEFL preparation, and computer classes.
LocationThe University of San Francisco is a private Catholic, Jesuit University founded in 1855. It is located on a 55-acre hilltop campus. It overlooks Golden Gate Park, the Pacific Ocean, and downtown San Francisco. USF is located in a safe, residential neighborhood with easy access to public transportation.
Teaching QualificationsFaculty hold advanced degrees (master's or doctorate) in TESL, linguistics, or related fields. They also have extensive teaching experience abroad and in the U.S.A.
Course InformationGeneral English: Yes
English for Academic Purposes (EAP): Yes
English for Business: No
Private Classes: Yes
Customised Groups: Yes
Maximum Class Size: 15
Average Class Size: 12
Levels:
Beginner Levels: 0
Intermediate Levels: 1
Advanced Levels: 1
Minimum Hours Required Per Week: 25
Maximum Hours Per Week: 25
Part Time Available: Yes
Session Length:
Two 15-week semesters, August and January Three one-month sessions in Summer, May, June, & July
Student Origins and Enrollments
Student Origins:
Africa: 3%
Asia: 84%
Europe: 8%
Latin America: 5%
Middle East: 0%
Average Enrollments:
February: 60
July: 25
October: 60
FacilitiesOn campus housing is available and students have the use of all USF facilities such as the library, computer and language laboratories and recreational.
FeesFees based on a session length of 4 weeks. Fees may have changed since this information was published — check for latest information. Included means that this service is provided at no extra charge.
Notes on Fees:
Students studying a semester have a $50 International Student fee.
AccommodationsDormitory: $1200
Homestay: $1000
Apartment: $1000
Housing is very difficult to find in San Francisco, consequently the dormitories fill very quickly. Student wishing to stay on campus should apply early. Student ServicesAcademic advising, international student services (visa and immigration issues), recreational center, counseling services, health clinic, and access to on-campus activities, events and facilities. Conditional admission is offered to undergraduate and graduate students who are academically qualified. Educational Service OpportunitiesModern Language Learning laboratory, Conversation partners program, modern classrooms, computer labs, e-mail accounts for all students, access to USF facilities and events. The Institutional TOEFL is given regularly. TransportationUSF is 30 minutes from the San Francisco International Airport. The university is well served by public transportation. |
