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Host:
University of Arizona
Contact:
Dr. Suzanne K. Panferov, Director Tel: 520-621-3637 Fax: 520-621-9180 P.O. Box 210024 1100 E. James E. Rogers Way Tucson, AZ 85721-0024 USA
Established:
1968 |
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Center for English as a Second Language (CESL)
DescriptionFOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT THIS PROGRAM DIRECTLY OR CLICK ON THE LINK TO THE CESL, UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA WEB SITE. CESL offers 8-week intensive English classes. We help prepare students to study in US universities or to return to schools and jobs in their home countries. We also offer Pre-Academic Orientation for students already admitted to US universities, a Teen English Program for ages 13-17, TEFL Certificates for English teachers, and special Customized programs for individuals or groups.
LocationTucson is located in the sunny, desert, southwestern United States well-known for its warm hospitality and welcoming atmosphere. We are just hours by car from Mexico, the Grand Canyon, Las Vegas, Hollywood, Los Angeles, San Diego, and the beaches of southern California.
Teaching QualificationsCESL instructors are full-time faculty with MATESOL or PhDs and an average of 22 years teaching experience in intensive English in an academic environment.
Course InformationGeneral English: Yes
English for Academic Purposes (EAP): Yes
English for Business: Yes
Other Programs:Teacher Training: TEFL Certificate Program. Teen English Program ages 13-17. TOEFL Preparation Elective Classes. Pre-Academic Orientation for admitted students. Customized programs.
Private Classes: Yes
Customised Groups: Yes
Maximum Class Size: 19
Average Class Size: 14
Levels:
Beginner Levels: 2
Intermediate Levels: 3
Advanced Levels: 3
Minimum Hours Required Per Week: 22
Maximum Hours Per Week: 25
Part Time Available: No
Session Length:
8-week sessions: August, October January, March, June. 16-week sessions: August, January. 4-week sessions: June, July. 3-week session: May. We also have flexible entry dates. If you cannot begin at this time, please email us for details.
Student Origins and Enrollments
Student Origins:
Africa: 8%
Asia: 43%
Europe: 2%
Latin America: 29%
Middle East: 18%
Average Enrollments:
February: 100
July: 120
October: 100
FacilitiesCESL is located in the heart of the University of Arizona, Arizona's First University, where CESL students have full access to all university facilities including libraries, Computing Commons, Campus Health, and Campus Recreation Centers. The CESL building has a student lounge for lunch and activities as well as two state-of-the-art computer labs with Internet access.
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:
Fees quoted are for one month. Our normal sessions are two or four months.
Student ServicesCESL provides a student advisor, immigration advising and many activities for students in the CESL building, on campus and locally, including clubs and school visits. Advanced level students may also visit regularly scheduled university classes. Educational Service OpportunitiesCESL offers TOEFL preparation elective classes. The University offers GRE and GMAT preparation courses. Advanced CESL students may visit regularly scheduled university classes. UA Conditional Admission is available. TransportationTucson International Airport is 15 minutes from the university. Take the door-to-door Arizona Stagecoach shuttle from the airport to the university area. Students can live within walking distance of CESL and many use bicycles. There is easy access to large shopping malls by the city bus system. AffiliationsUCIEP, AAIEP, CEA - the only nationally accredited Intensive English Program in Arizona. |
