Center for
ESL
English as
Second Language Program
3800 Victory
Parkway
Cincinnati,
Ohio, 45207-2511 USA
The English as a Second Language Program
was established in 1970 as part of Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio.
The mission of the ESL Program is to
provide intensive English language instruction for international students
who have the goal of entering American universities or improving their
ability to use English for professional purposes.
International students from all over the
world choose this university-based program for its excellent teaching
and outstanding student services.
Information
for New Students--Fall Semester 2008
Levels of Instruction
Four levels of intensive English
instruction are offered: High Beginning, Intermediate, High Intermediate and
Advanced. It is assumed that students
will have had some English
instruction prior to enrollment. Students are tested when they arrive
and placed accordingly. Full-time students are in daytime classes,
Monday through Friday, for a total of 20 to 26 hours per week.
Student Services
Students in the ESL program have full
access to Xavier University facilities, including computer labs, dining
facilities, the Sports Center, and University libraries. The Office
of International Student Services (OISS) provides support to all international
students in many ways. The OISS conducts an excellent orientation
to the campus and to living in the US, and gives assistance in the areas
of cultural adjustment, housing and immigration matters. Special
programs and activities are sponsored by the OISS throughout the academic
year. Housing note: Housing on campus in University residence halls
is very limited, and requires early application.
About Xavier University
Xavier University is a private, Catholic,
Jesuit University established in 1831. Xavier University has been
recognized for the past several years as one of the nation's best Midwestern
colleges and universities by US News and World Report. The University
has 6,450 students, including 3,250 full-time undergraduates. In
addition to the ESL Program, the University offers 67 undergraduate majors
and 10 graduate programs, including an accredited MBA program. For
more information about the University or degree programs, please link to
Academics/Programs
of Study.
The University campus is located in
a residential area of Cincinnati, Ohio, with pleasant, park-like grounds
and attractive buildings. ESL students have classes in the same classroom
buildings as other Xavier students. To view the campus, link to the
Xavier University virtual tour.
About Cincinnati
Xavier University is located in Cincinnati,
Ohio, a beautiful, historic city on the Ohio River. The population
of greater Cincinnati is 1.9 million people, a size that allows for the
cultural attractions of a large city and the friendliness of a smaller
town. The city's strong economy, many cultural and recreational activities,
varied ethnic groups and relative safety have contributed to Cincinnati's
reputation as one of the "Most Livable Cities in North America"
Cincinnati is an important cultural
and business center, and is home to many corporate headquarters and two
major-league ball clubs, the Cincinnati Reds baseball team and the Cincinnati Bengals football team. Cultural activities include international
folk festivals, theatre, museums and Riverfest, the annual fireworks display
held each September. It is also home to the world-class Cincinnati
Zoo, Ballet and Symphony Orchestra. Visitors to Cincinnati can always
find something to do.
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