The Intensive English Program at CSU is designed to provide comprehensive learning opportunities and outcomes for students to meet their English goals. Whether you are looking to enhance your language skills for work or academic purposes, our flexible program options, certificates, and support can help.
2026-27 Term Schedule
Fall 2026
Term A: August 24 to October 14, 2026
Term B: October 19 to December 16, 2026
Courses and Outcomes
Literacy & Structure (6 hours/week)
3 levels: Focused on reading, writing, grammar for academic purposes. Class themes include: Digital literacy (Level 1), Information Literacy (Level 2), Technology Literacy (Level 3).
STEM and Language Integrated Skills (3 hours/week)
3 levels: Focused on all language skills, critical thinking, and problem solving. Class themes include: Agriculture (Level 1), Sustainability (Level 2), Engineering (Level 3).
Elective Options (3 hours/week)
Options include: Intercultural Exploration (Levels 1-2), Extensive Reading (Levels 2-3), Test Preparation (Level 3), Language in Practice (Levels 1-3).
Fluency & Comprehension (3 hours/week)
3 levels: Focused on listening, speaking, and pronunciation. Level 3 class includes some VR integration.
Business and Language Integrated Skills (3 hours/week)
3 levels: Focuses on all language skills and growth in the areas of leadership, adaptability, creativity, collaboration, and cultural competence. Class themes include: Business Basics (Level 1), Marketing (Level 2), International Business (Level 3)
Students who are looking for specialized certifications and digital badging, whether for work or academic purposes, are also encouraged to apply to our Intensive English Program. We are excited to roll out several English Certification specializations starting in the Fall 2024 term. English Certification options include:
English for Academic Purposes
Requirements: Literacy (Levels 1-2) plus Fluency (Levels 1-2).
Professional Communication
Requirements: Literacy Level 3, Fluency Level 3, plus Test Preparation elective course.
English for STEM
Requirements: Literacy Level 3 plus 2 additional STEM courses.
Intercultural Competence
Requirements: Fluency (Levels 2-3) plus Intercultural Exploration elective and Language in Practice elective courses.
Business English
Requirements: Literacy Level 2 plus 2 additional Business courses.
University Readiness
Requirements: Complete all courses at Level 3.
prospective students: Benefits of the intensive english program
8-week terms
Multiple start dates:
Spring Intakes:
January (Term A)
March (Term B)
Fall Intakes:
August (Term A)
October (Term B)
Summer Intake (one option)
Three levels to complete (2 terms per level)
Institutional TOEFL offered for free at the end of each term (valid for CSU application only)
CEA Accredited
TOFEL (IBT score of less than 72)
IELTS Academic score of less than 6.0
Duolingo score of less than 100
ACT English/Reading scores of less than 20
SAT evidence-based reading and writing score of less than 520
No test score, but some experience with English in school or life setting
