Center for English as a Second Language

School Introduction

THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA

The University of Arizona is a student-centered university with over 34, 000 students and over 300 degree programs. UA is one of the top ranked research universities in the nation.

See http://www.arizona.edu/home/aboutua.shtml for more information.

TUCSON:
The University of Arizona is located in Tucson, a city of 750, 000 inhabitants, 45 miles from the U.S. border with Mexico, a growing economic and recreational center with a multicultural population that reflects the richness of the Southwest. The city shares common borders with the Tohono O'odam and the Pasqua Yaqui Indian Nations, and is surrounded by majestic desert and rugged mountains rising to more than 9, 000 feet. Southern Arizona has more than three hundred days of sunshine per year, more than any other region in the US.

Please see http://www.arizona.edu/visiting/tucson.shtml for more information.

ESL Program Introduction

INTRODUCTION TO CESL:
With decades of experience, the University of Arizona Center for English as a Second Language (CESL) provides studies in English language, American culture, and TOEFL preparation to students worldwide in a pleasant warm Arizona climate. CESL offers flexible 16, 8, and 4 week rotating courses offering 22-25 weekly hours of English instruction with small class sizes. Specialized programs can also be created upon request. Our highly qualified instructors have published numerous textbooks in English and have advanced graduate degrees in language pedagogy.

CULTURE!
Cultural activities are a major component of our program. In addition to class work and regular social activities (including conversation partners and homestays), we offer excursions to on educational trips in and around Tucson, as well as trips to the Grand Canyon, participation in CESL athletic teams(including soccer), folk singing club, and other Intercultural programs, including school visits and our own International Bazaar.

For more information, contact www.cesl.arizona.edu or cesl@email.arizona.edu.

Background Data

• Number of ESL Students: 75
• Average Class Size: 12
• Hours per Week: 22-25
• Minimum Age: 18
• Issue I-20: Yes
• Housing Options: Homestay  Dormitory  Apartment
• School Setting:  Urban 

Schedule & Fees

CESL SESSIONS AND FEES:

Spring 2004 (16 weeks) January 14 - May 14 $4, 266.00
Spring II 2004(8 weeks) March 17 - May 14 $2, 370.00
Summer 8-week 2004 June 9 - August 6 $2, 258.00
Summer 4-week 2004 July 7 - August 6 $1, 169.00
Pre-Academic 2004 July 7 - August 6 $1, 250.00
Teen English Program July12-August 6 $1270.00

Application fee: $105.00

Please see http://www.cesl.arizona.edu/cost.htm for more
information.

PROGRAMS and ACTIVITIES:
With decades of experience, the University of Arizona Center for English as a Second Language (CESL) provides studies in English language, American culture, and TOEFL preparation to students worldwide in a pleasant warm Arizona climate. CESL offers flexible 16, 8, and 4 week rotating courses offering 22-25 weekly hours of English instruction with small class sizes. Specialized programs can also be created upon request. Our highly qualified instructors have published numerous textbooks in English and have advanced graduate degrees in language pedagogy.

SUMMER PROGRAMS: special summer programs include a Teen English Program and a Pre-Academic program (American university orientation and acculturation).

For more information, contact www.cesl.arizona.edu or cesl@email.arizona.edu.

Special Courses & Features

• English for Business
• English for Engineering
• English for Medical Professions
• Accent Reduction Courses
• Conversation Partner Program
• Public Speaking Courses
• TOEFL Preparation Courses
• Teacher Training Courses
• English + Golf
• English + Tennis

Contact Info

University of Arizona
Center for English as a Second Language
PO Box 210024 University of Arizona
Tucson, Arizona 85721-0024

Tel 520-621-3637
Fax 520-621-9180
Website