Programs for Adults
English as a Second Language
- Jump down this page to:
- Background on Program
- Why Apply?
- Organization of the Program
- Course Descriptions
- Tuition & Fees
- Scholarships & Financial Aid
- Forms & Information to Download
- Registration
Background on Program
International students and professionals from around the world who want to improve their English fluency and learn more about American culture will enjoy these courses focused on improving speaking, listening, reading comprehension, grammar, and writing skills. Classes are open to both University and outside students or community members.
Why Apply?
- The program offers you the chance to:
- Improve your English Skills
- Become more confident and comfortable in your abilities
- Meet other international students
Organization of Program
Classes are offered in the fall, spring and summer.
- Summer 2008:
- Intensive English Program: General Skills & Teaching Assistants: July 28-August 22, M-F from 9am-3pm.
Course Descriptions
- Summer Intensive English Program
- The intensive English course has students at all levels (beginning, intermediate and advanced) working five days a week, six hours a day, for four weeks, to improve their English skills. Instructors teach pronunciation and conversation, reading comprehension, composition, structure, and vocabulary. Class size is limited, ensuring excellent teacher-student interaction and individual attention. Activities (tours to local agencies, businesses, and museums) expose students to American culture and provide opportunities to practice spoken English with native speakers. Students from all walks of life (undergraduates, graduates and professionals, etc.), representing a wide variety of countries, make the course exciting and mandate that English become the common language during the program. A graduation certificate is awarded to all students who successfully complete the Intensive English Program. Students choose from two distinct courses in this program: “English as a Second Language: General Skills” or “English as a Second Language: Teaching Assistants.”
Tuition and Fees
- Summer 2008 fees:
- Summer Intensive Program
- UR affiliated: $625
- Non-UR: $1590
Scholarships or Financial Aid
No scholarships or financial aid are available for this program.
Forms and Information Available to Download
- UR Fall/Spring Registration form
- UR Summer Registration Form and Financial Form
- Intensive English UR Application Form for the UR Community
(UR Undergraduates, Graduates, Faculty, and Staff) - Intensive English Application Form and Visa Application Form for the General Public
Student Registration Process
- To register for the fall or spring:
- Complete the standard registration form.
Submit the completed form to the Bursar’s Office with payment (this can be in the form of a credit card, check, or Graduate 506 form)
Application Deadline: Prior to the start date of each class.
- To register for the summer:
- IF you need a Visa:
- Download the Intensive English Application Form for the General Public.
- Fill out the Visa application form located on the third page of the Intensive English Application Form for the General Public.
- Download the appropriate registration forms in the Forms and Information to Download section above.
- Include full payment
- Include a copy of your passport
- Include your notarized bank statement
Application Deadline (for students who need a Visa): June 6, 2008.
- IF you do not need a Visa (this includes if your department is issuing you a visa):
- Download the appropriate registration forms in the Forms and Information to Download section above.
- Include full payment
- IF you are an incoming UR student, please notify your department. They will need to change the arrival date on your I-20 form.
Application Deadline (for students who do NOT need a Visa): July 11, 2008.
**Please note: Summer housing is not included in this program. If you are an incoming residential undergraduate or graduate student, you may contact residential life to find out about possible housing. If you will not be a student at UR in the fall, housing is not available.
Online registration is currently unavailable for ESL.
