EAP Curriculum and English Levels
The English for Academic Preparation program offers an intensive curriculum that builds your academic English and prepares you for University study. You will take 20 or more hours of instruction during the 10-week summer term and 20 hours per week during the 16-week fall and spring terms.
Electives
Grammar for Writing
Pronunciation
Advanced Vocabulary and Conversation Skills
Business English
American Short Stories
San Francisco Neighborhoods
Sample Schedule
| - | MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY | FRIDAY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MORNING Classes | Reading / Writing 2 hours | Reading / Writing 2 hours | Reading / Writing 2 hours | Reading / Writing 2 hours | No classes Optional Workshops, Courses and Activities: sports, music, culture
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| LUNCH | Break | Break | Break | Break | - |
| EARLY AFTERNOON Classes | Oral Communication Skills and Listening 2 hours | Oral Communication Skills and Listening 2 hours | Oral Communication Skills and Listening 2 hours | Oral Communication Skills and Listening 2 hours | - |
| AFTERNOON Classes | - | Elective or Grammar 2 hours | - | Elective or Grammar 2 hours | - |
| LATE AFTERNOON Optional Activities | Conversation Partner Program | Activities: sports, music, culture | Conversation Partner Program | Activities: sports, music, culture | - |
English Levels
English Level Descriptions
| Level | Description |
|---|---|
| 50 | Low intermediate |
| 60 | Intermediate |
| 70 | High intermediate, pre-advanced |
| 80 | Advanced 1 |
| 90 (Gateway) | Advanced 2 + SFSU credit coursework |
| 100 | Undergraduate |
Levels
Levels: 10- and 16-Week Terms
Levels: 8-Week Term
