Program Overview

We offer the following two 15-week levels of English study during the fall and spring semesters:

• Level 1: High Intermediate
• Level 2: Advanced

EAP coursework emphasizes preparation for academic work at the college level and is offered each semester, consisting of the following: 

Essential skills course

Incoming EAP students are required to enroll in an orientation course, EAPP 100 - Foundations for Success, during their first year. This course is open to all international students.

EAPP 100: Foundations for Success

Level 1: High Intermediate

• EAPP 103: Oral Communication Skills I
• EAPP 105: Written Communication Skills I

Level 2: Advanced

• EAPP 104: Oral Communication Skills II
• EAPP 106: Written Communication Skills II

Elective courses

Elective courses are open to all international students. EAP students must enroll in at least one each semester.

• EAPP 110 - Exploring U.S. Culture
• EAPP 111 - Applied Grammar and Editing
• EAPP 112 - Accent Modification

Advanced-level students, when qualified, may be permitted to enroll in a selected (non-EAP) course. Enrollment in evening or online classes during the fall and spring semesters is strictly prohibited.

EAP Tuition Grant

All students admitted to the EAP program and who register for at least 12 credit hours of EAP coursework are eligible for an EAP Tuition Grant worth 15 percent tuition per semester. The grant is limited to two semesters only.