Sacred Heart University

ESL Program
Fairfield, Connecticut USA

School Introduction

Located on 56 beautiful acres of Fairfield, Connecticut in Northeastern USA, Sacred Heart is a vibrant community of learning offering a wide variety of undergraduate and graduate academic programs. A comfortable one-hour train ride from New York City, just three hours from Boston, and minutes away from the Connecticut shoreline, Sacred Heart University is the perfect place for international students to enjoy a rich experience of American culture and university life.

ESL Program Introduction

The ESL program of Sacred Heart University offers six levels of English as a Second Language (ESL) classes. The first 3 levels are intensive (full-time) and pre-academic. Upper level ESL students receive credit for ESL and take regular university classes at the same time so that they can begin their academic programs while continuing to improve their English. International students at Sacred Heart will find a very supportive academic and social community, providing them with a rich cross-cultural experience.

Background Data

Number of ESL Students: 40-60
Average Class Size: 8
Hours per Week: 20/week in intensive; 3-6 in higher levels
Minimum Age:
Issue I-20: Yes
Housing Options: Homestay Dormitory Apartment
School Setting: Suburban

Schedule & Fees

Levels 1-4 (8 weeks):
Summer: 6/25/2002 - 8/16/2002
Fall A: 9/3/2002 - 10/25/2002
Fall B: 10/29/2002 - 12/20/2002
Spring A: 1/7/2003 - 2/28/2003
Spring B: 3/11/2003 - 5/9/2003

Levels 5-6 (15 weeks):
Fall: 9/3/2002 - 12/14/2003
Spring: 1/13/2003 - 5/13/2003

Tuition: $1,899 (8 weeks)
Application Fee: $50
Housing: $1,500 (8 weeks); $2,900 (15 weeks)

Special Courses & Features

English for Business
Conversation Partner Program
Pre-MBA Courses or Program
Public Speaking Courses

Contact Info

ESL Program
Sacred Heart University
5151 Park Avenue
Fairfield, Connecticut 06432

Tel (203) 371-7837
Fax (203) 396-8264
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