Special Programs

English as a Second Language ProgramsEnglish as a Second Language ProgramsEnglish as a Second Language Programs

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TOEFL PreparationTOEFL Intensive (weekend)Cambridge PreparationBusiness EnglishConversation for FluencyInternship ProgramTESOL CERTIFICATE

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Students may begin on any MondayClasses are 18 hours per week

Monday thru Thursday or weekends

Curriculum for Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced Classes.

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All Courses Include:

• Placement test.• Student handbook.• Free coffee and tea.• Free wireless Internet and computer lab.• Use of self-access facilities, student lounge, activities board.• Certificate of completion.

Our Staff may assist you in:

• Housing (American home-stay, international dorms)• Issuing of I-20, Student visa• Change of status• Immigration questions• Arriving in San Diego• Airport pickup• Activities• Public transportation / renting a car• TOEFL test arrangements• University and academic counseling• Internship program

Fees

• TuitionMorning: US$350Afternoon, Evening or weekend: US$300 Special - US$500 2 sessions a day(Tuition is paid every 4 weeks)

• General FeesRegistration: US$75Abroad Booking Fee: US$300 (applies to students outside the US)Courier Fee: US$60 (mailing of I-20)Airport Pickup: US$50 (San Diego Airport)

• BooksTextbook and Workbook: US$40TOEFL Text: US$45TESOL Text: US$50

How to Apply

Student entering the US through SDUIS1. Eligibility We have a year-round open registration that encourages potential students to begin their education without extended delays. Student may begin class on any Monday. The minimum age for international students is 16.

2. Application

Forms needed to apply: (These forms are available to download at )

Application Form Copy of Passport Bank Statement (must show US$1,500 in account) Sponsor Form (if bank statement is not under a student’s name) US $75 Application Fee US $300 Abroad Booking Fee US $60 Courier Fee (Mailing of I-20 Form) *Forms can be mailed, faxed or e-mailed to SDUIS.

3. AdmissionOnce all forms are received, the I-20 will be mailed to students with the Admission Letter and receipt for payment. This process takes approximately 10 ~ 20 days. Please apply as early as possible.

4. Consulate AppointmentPay $200 SEVIS Fee once you receive your I-20 from SDUIS: Go to the website below. Pay the fee, and print your receipt BEFORE you go to the visa appointment at the U.S. embassy. Take your receipt with you to the embassy appointment. Make your appointment with the US Consulate near you:

5. Interview with ConsulatePlease take the I-20 and the Admission Letter issued by SDUIS to the consulate on the date of your interview.

6. Enter the USEnter the US with a student visa. Please let us know in advance if you need a help with housing or airport pickup.

7. Placement Test & OrientationA test will be administrated on the Monday you begin class for appropriate program placement. * The application and abroad booking fee is non refundable but will remain valid for one year in the case a student would like to reapply.

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F-1 Transfer StudentsTransfer. The electronic transfer of a student’s SEVIS record from one SEVP-certified school t another.

Application Form

$75 application fee

Bank Statement (must show minimum of US$1,500 in account)

Sponsor form (if bank statement is not in your name)

SDUIS Transfer form Photocopy of passport

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A F-1 student wants to transfer to another school and asks, “What do I need to do?”

The student must report to your school by the program start date listed on his or her Form I-20. Reporting does not have to be in person, it may be via e-mail, telephone, and/or fax.

Shouldn’t students be required to complete a course of study at the school listed on their visa? The current regulations do not require F-1 students to complete a course of study at the school listed on his or her visa. Transfers and changes in programs of study for F-1 students do not have to be adjudicated. A student may transfer to any SEVP-certified school with an F-1 program that will accept the student.

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Individuals currently in the US may apply for a change of status from certain nonimmigrant classifications to F-1 student status. This process does not require a departure from the US. The USCIS reviews applications for change of status based on the applicant’s ability to document and jus t i fy a change o f in ten t a f t e r a r r iva l to the US.

Fill out the SDUIS application form

1. Mail, fax or bring the application form to SDUIS with a bank statement ($1,500 minimum), and photocopy of your passport

2. We will then mail, or you can pick up your I-20 form, and letter of acceptance from the school.

3. You will then need to fill out certain documents that a SDUIS advisor can assist you with to mail to Immigration.

Change of Status responses usually take about 3 months you can check the current wait time at:

Changing from B-1 or B-2 -Your F-1 status must be approved before beginning full-time study.

Changing from J or H – You must begin studying within 30 days of applying at SDUIS.

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Beginning Level:

Intermediate Level I & II:

Advanced Level:

TOEFL Preparation:

Business English:

Conversation & Fluency:

Cambridge Preparation Class for First Certificate of English Examination:

TESOL certification Course:

The beginner class focuses on basic grammar and simple comprehension of spoken and written English. No prior English study is necessary for this level. Course Objective: This class is an interdisciplinary course in beginning English with emphasis on grammar, listening, reading and conversational skills. By the end of this course, students should be able to read and understand basic articles in English and be able to communicate orally in a partially-fluent manner. Students will expand their knowledge of basic grammar and vocabulary and prepare themselves for an intermediate-level understanding and usage of English. Students will be exposed to basic sentence structure and will be provided the necessary grammatical tools with which to add more details and complexities to their spoken and written language skills. Students should be able to speak and write complete, though perhaps simple, sentences without error.

This level focuses on reading comprehension, building vocabulary, grammar, and conversation skills. Most students at this level have a good understanding of English and are often ready for standardized testing. Course Objective: This class is an interdisciplinary course in intermediate English with emphasis on grammar, listening, reading, writing and conversational skills. By the end of this course, students should be able to write complete, semi-complex sentences and be able to organize a paragraph. In addition, students should be able to understand most informal questions, statements, and conversation at normal speed. Through guided discussion activities, students will have learned to participate effectively in social and academic conversations. By having focused on more complex grammatical constructions, students should have the ability to use progressive forms of present, past, and future tenses.

Professional/college level conversation abilities and knowledge of the subtleties of English are necessary to succeed in this level. Advanced conversation, pronunciation, and reading comprehension are the main focuses of this level to enhance the students' grasp of English fluency. Course Objective: By the end of the this course, students should feel comfortable writing essays with good control of organization, extract key information from academic material, and speak fluently with only occasional misuse of idioms. Additionally, students will have complemented their understanding of colloquial language and will be able to correctly and effectively use grammar, punctuation, and spelling in all forms of writing. Students at this level are well on their way to fluency and should have the ability to thrive in social, professional, and academic settings.

Intermediate or Advanced level of EnglishThis class is for the English language learner who plans to take the iBT or paper based TOEFL test, a standardized test for non-native speakers wishing to transfer to a two- or four-year college in the U.S. The course focuses on the four elements of the TOEFL test: reading comprehension, writing, listening, and speaking. Integrated skills are now emphasized on the TOEFL test, which demand that students be able to read a passage, listen to a passage, and write an essay on the information. Several students in our TOEFL Program move up to the SDUIS University level of courses for a Bachelors, Masters, Ph.D. or Certificate.

Intermediate or Advanced level of EnglishThe Business English course offered at SDUIS allows students to gain a better understanding of English through the knowledge of practical, applied business practices. Students will learn a large variety of business information such as: administration, corporate strategy, marketing, sales, business etiquette, media, law, and creating a resume for job interviews. Students can write about multiple topics of interests and apply them to interviews, reviews, advice/opinion columns, and current events.

Intermediate or Advanced level of EnglishStudents will learn English for Conversation utilizing advanced pronunciation and recognition techniques, metaphor, symbolism, and imagery. Course will emphasize the importance of vocabulary, prepositions, and phrasal verbs. Class will also reinforce basic-advanced grammar as it is altered and modified for fluency.

Upper Intermediate or Advanced level of EnglishStudents will participate in an intensive program that prepares them to pass the Cambridge First Certificate of English Examination. Instruction is designed to prepare the students in the following areas: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Attaining the First Certificate in English is a world-wide reward that is a part of the University of Cambridge, ESOL Department. Several employers and universities officially recognize the FCE as a qualification in upper-intermediate English. The FCE also is a gateway to higher qualifications in English Proficiency.

Advanced level of EnglishThis is a 120 hour Certification program for the purpose of learning and understanding Teaching English as a Second Language. Course includes general teaching principles and techniques, philosophies, psychologies, troubleshooting, class preparation, focused learning, time management skills, and “hands-on” training credits obtained through a designated practice class. Students will learn how to find and apply for ESL employment in the United Stated and Abroad, as well as tips on the most successful ways to acquire job offers. A TESOL certificate is obtained upon successful completion of the course.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the average age and home country of the ESL students at SDUIS?

Answer: Our students vary in age from 16 years old to 60 years + . We have a number of students in their 20’s and 30’s. SDUIS has students from over 30 different countries including: China, Turkey, South Korea, Germany, Italy, Brazil, Thailand, Mongolia, Russia, Spain, Argentina, and Chile just to name a few!

Are your Instructors Native American Speakers?

Answer: The University is renowned for its outstanding faculty. Every member of the Intensive English Language Program is English as a Second Language professional and a native speaker of English. Most of ESL instructors have master's degrees in applied linguistics, the teaching of English to speakers of other languages, or a closely related field. All our Instructors are careful selected for their academic ability, their communicative skills and their rapport with students and English as a second language experience in the United States.

How many students are in a classroom?

Answer: The average is 10 students per classroom.

How long does it take to move to the next level of English at SDUIS?

Answer: This depends on the student and the level they began. The average is 1 to 3 months. Students may test to move to the next level on any Monday.

If the F-1 Visa on my passport has expired can I still study?

Answer: Yes, as long as your I-20 is valid and you are maintaining your student status you may remain in the US even if the Visa on your passport has expired.

What’s the Sevis fee?

SEVIS, the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System, is the U.S. government's tracking system that allows various U.S. agencies to see up-to-date information about international students. Each SEVIS fee payment of $200 for F-1 applicants, must be acompanied by a completed Form I-901, which is available on the SEVIS fee payment web site.

SDUIS - San Diego University Integrative Studies3900 Harney Street San Diego - CA - 92110 Phone: 800-234-7041 Fax: 619-542-1999 admissions@sduis.edu - www.sduis.edu - www.eslusa.us

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