Comprehensive University Preparation:

Intensive Academic English Coursework
24-26 hours of classroom instruction per week with other international students, delivered in small, multinational classes.  Class activities and assignments focus on preparing for university study including:

• Reading intensively and extensively
• Preparing for academic lecture classes
• Listening to lectures and taking notes
• Giving academic presentations
• Writing essays
• Developing academic vocabulary
• Developing effective study skills for independent work and team work
• Strengthening critical thinking skills
• Conducting Internet and library research
• Understanding U.S. university culture

Individual, Customized Tutorials
4 hours per week of one-to-one instruction with a tutor.  These private lessons include:

• Individual needs assessment
• Individualized English language instruction
• Preparation for standardized tests

Test Preparation

Students develop and practice essential test-taking skills for standardized exams such as:
*IELTS   *TOEFL   *SAT   *GRE   *GMAT    *LSAT   *MCAT

Additional Features:

University Placement Service

A specialized designated student adviser meets with University Express^SM students to support them throughout the university admission process. Services include:

• Orientation to the admission process
• Guidance in selecting appropriate university options
• Assistance with university admissions applications, including:
  • meeting deadlines
  • registering for required exams
  • completing and submitting required forms
  • monitoring admission status

Student advisers can assist students in applying for conditional admission to selected colleges and universities, as part of their efforts to obtain an F-1 (student) visa. Request additional information on the University Express^SM application form.

University Course Auditing for students with Advanced English Proficiency

University Express^SM students experience the U.S. university classroom firsthand by attending a semester-long course. The advising team will guide students in selecting appropriate courses from several local universities and colleges.

Enrichment Activities

Extracurricular events and activities available to University Express^SM students include cultural activities, volunteer opportunities, social events, and university athletic events.

Program Cost Includes:

• Tuition for all courses and private tutorials
• All books and other instructional materials
• Academic advising and university placement service
• Assistance with making arrangements for your housing
• Arrival and settling-in assistance, including airport pickup
• Expert step-by-step advising to help you get your F-1 student visa and immigration support after your arrival
• Enrichment activities
• Certificate of completion each semester

Application Instructions for University Express

Estimated Expenses

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