Academic Bridge Programs
UNDERGRADUATE
GRADUATE
ACADEMIC BRIDGE PROGRAM
ACADEMIC BRIDGE PROGRAM
The University of Arizona’s English as a
The University of Arizona’s English as a
Second Language Undergraduate Academic
Second Language Graduate Academic Bridge
Bridge Program (UG ABP) is a joint program
Program (GABP) is an advanced level ESL
offered by the University of Arizona and its
program designed for graduate-bound
Center for English as a Second Language
students.
(CESL).
In addition to taking ESL courses, GABP
The UG ABP offers students the opportunity
students can sit in on a graduate course in
to take both ESL and UA courses to continue
their intended field of study (with department
improving their English ability and academic
approval) while receiving academic and
readiness while earning UA credit.
English language support from a Center for
Upon successful completion of the UG
English as a Second Language teacher.
ABP, UA’s mimimum English proficiency
The two-session program focuses on
requirement is satisfied and students who
academic readiness and advanced language
meet the minimum academic qualifications
training to help students meet the minimum
for UA admission can be admitted to the UA.
English proficiency requirement for admission to graduate programs at UA.
BENEFITS The Academic Bridge Programs offer international students the opportunity to develop their English skills while preparing for university-level study in a supportive environment designed especially for them. For Undergraduates Only:
The UG ABP allows the transfer of credits directly to a student’s chosen major or field of study, depending on performance.
The UG ABP offers international students the opportunity to earn credits while paying reduced university tuition.
The UG ABP offers an alternative for meeting UA’s minimum English proficiency requirement for full university admission.
WHO The Academic Bridge Programs are designed for students who have a higher English proficiency level but who still need to satisfy the minimum English proficiency requirement established by UA admissions. Students who could benefit from the Academic Bridge Programs are:
UA conditionally admitted and other international students.
Students enrolled at CESL in Level 60* or above in the Intensive English Program. *Check website for specific entrance requirements
APPLY ONLINE
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“The Bridge Programs provide great opportunities to taste the academic classes at the University of Arizona.”
FOR INFORMATION AND TO APPLY ONLINE www.cesl.arizona.edu/bridge-programs Dr. Nicholas Ferdinandt ABP Director (520) 621-6211 cesl-abp@email.arizona.edu
Rebecca Noreen ABP Coordinator (520) 626-5892 cesl-abp@email.arizona.edu
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