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15 minutes from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport by car. |
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HIGHLIGHTS
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Academically-qualified students who complete the Advanced 2 level are admitted to ASU without the TOEFL
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ASU welcomes students from all 50 states and more than 145 world nations
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Live in Tempe, voted "one of the 10 best college towns in America" by the New York Times
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A Message from School |
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Mark Rentz
AECP Director
Hello from Arizona!
Welcome to Intensive English at Arizona State University. Located in the sunniest state in the United States, Arizona State University (ASU) is the place for you if you would like to learn English quickly and well....
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Type
: Public
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Establishment
: 1974
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Membership/Accreditation : AAIEP
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Enrollment
: 170
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Average Class Size
: 15
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Student Adviser
: Yes
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Airport Pickup: Yes
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Internet Access
: Yes
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Tuition
: Low
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Activities
: Weekly
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Location
: Urban
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Transportation
: Bus, Taxi
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CONTACT INFORMATION |
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American English and Culture Program
Arizona State University
P.O. Box 873504
Tempe, AZ, 85287-35041
, U.S.A.
TEL: +1 480 965-2376
FAX: +1 480 965-8529
E-mail: aecp@asu.edu
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: About the ESL Program |
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Established in 1974, the American English and Culture Program (AECP) at Arizona State University (ASU) is designed to help students improve their English language proficiency for personal, academic, and professional growth, as well as to introduce them to the unique American culture. The AECP curriculum provides students with the language and cultural skills necessary to enroll into an academic program at ASU or at other equally prestigious American colleges or universities. Outside of the classroom, AECP students have various opportunities to participate in events and activities to practice their English language skills and experience American culture, including the Welcome reception, the conversation partners program, ASU student-run clubs, AECP sports teams, and different social gatherings. AECP students receive ASU identification cards and gain full access to university facilities, including the libraries, the Student Recreation Complex and the Student Health Center. The ASU ID card also provides students with discounts to campus events, sports, and entertainment. The AECP is a proud member of AAIEP, the American Association of Intensive English Programs promoting professional standards and high-quality English programs.
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| Advanced-level AECP students who have demonstrated academic ability are eligible to enroll part-time in credit classes at Arizona State University while completing English language instruction. |
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Student Countries of Origin |
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The AECP hosts more than 200 students representing approximately 60 countries worldwide each year. Recently, students have come to the AECP from Korea (25%), Japan (20%), Taiwan (18%), Mexico (10%), the Middle East (5%), South America (5%), and other nations (17%).
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Faculty Qualifications |
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| All AECP instructors are highly-qualified, professionally trained instructors that hold Master's degrees in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) or in similarly related fields. AECP instructors have extensive training and experience teaching students from around the world, both in the United States and abroad. The personal and academic qualities of all AECP instructors make each uniquely qualified to offer meaningful language-learning opportunities and to be sympathetic to the issues important to their students. |
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| While attending the AECP, students have the opportunity to live in on-campus dormitories, off-campus apartments, or enjoy a homestay experience. Students living on-campus will be close to classes, campus activities, and other students - both American and international. For students who prefer a more independent lifestyle, off-campus residences provides more privacy. The AECP also has a homestay program for students who want to experience American culture as a member of a family and practice their English. Students are encouraged to make their housing arrangements as soon as possible due to the limited amount of space available. The AECP program may introduce private off-campus apartments; however it is the students' responsibility to make their own arrangements. For more information, use the Contact Address to ask the school directly. |
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| Arizona State University is located in Tempe, Arizona, a charmingly unique, friendly city home to 160,000 residents. Recently voted by The New York Times as "One of the 10 best colleges towns in America," Tempe offers both its residents and visitors alike shady brick sidewalks, turn-of-the-century buildings, and historic landmarks to explore, not to mention countless vibrant restaurants, cinemas, distinctive boutiques, and street fairs, as well as the Tempe Town Lake. Situated adjacent to downtown Tempe, Tempe Town Lake provides a 2-mile recreational sanctuary for outdoor enthusiasts to go kayaking, sailing, rowing, jogging, skating or picnicking. Phoenix, Arizona's capital city, is a short drive from downtown Tempe and is a sports enthusiast's haven, home to many professional sports organizations including Arizona Cardinals football, Phoenix Suns basketball, Arizona Diamondbacks baseball, and Phoenix Coyotes hockey. Arizona is a distinguished, historically-rich southwestern state internationally-recognized for its scenic wonders, most notably being the majestic Grand Canyon. With both a desert and mountain landscape, Arizona offers many different recreational activities, including hiking, skiing, horseback riding, camping, and fishing. Famous for its beautiful weather, Arizona has a mild and dry climate, fall through spring, with an average of 321 days of sunshine each year. Exciting destinations including San Diego, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, and Mexico are all within drivable distances. |
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About the College/University |
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| Founded in 1885, Arizona State University (ASU) is a premier state-supported university with a national reputation as a leading research institution. Enrolling the largest student population in the American Southwest, ASU is home to more than 57,000 students, including over 3,000 international students representing over 140 nations, creating a dynamic multicultural educational setting. Comprised of 13 academic Colleges on three campuses within the metropolitan Phoenix area, ASU offers more than 100 undergraduate and 26 graduate degree programs in 123 majors, and more than 350 concentration areas. ASU students can choose from a number of courses to study in the areas of: science, business, liberal arts, social sciences, architecture, nursing, foreign languages, humanities, law, education, fine arts, and engineering. Outside of the classroom, students have the opportunity to participate in more than 550 student organizations on-campus and join numerous volunteer services. ASU Public Events on-campus present everything from theater to music to dance, including nationally touring Broadway hits, celebrity acts, and multicultural programs, both modern and classical. ASU students are enormous fans of their sports teams, the "Sun Devils" - especially during the football and basketball seasons, the campus community comes alive with school spirit. |
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A Message from School |
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Hello from Arizona!
Welcome to Intensive English at Arizona State University. Located in the sunniest state in the United States, Arizona State University (ASU) is the place for you if you would like to learn English quickly and well. At ASU's American English and Culture Program (AECP), you will have the opportunity to take up to 24 hours of intensive English classes per week as well as participate in the wide variety of social, cultural, and recreational activities such as trips, parties, sports, and arts and crafts. You will also enjoy the beautiful tree-lined campus with its many theaters, restaurants, libraries, sports facilities and modern computer labs, with free unlimited e-mail and internet use. There are also many opportunities to meet and make American friends including conversation club, conversation partners program, and open microphone night at our on-campus cafe. When applying to either an undergraduate or graduate degree program at ASU, the TOEFL requirement is waived for those students successfully completing the highest level of the AECP. I look forward to meeting you soon and welcoming you to the AECP!
Mark Rentz
AECP Director |
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