ASU English Language Program
ASU’s English Language Program was created to improve your reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in a full-time, active learning setting. Once completed, you can transfer into most ASU degree programs without a TOEFL score.
Why join ASU’s English language program?
1 million+ learners
have achieved their language goals through Global Launch
Students from 160+ countries
have made use of Global Launch
650+ Global Launch alumni
are currently enrolled at ASU
No TOEFL score required
to transfer into all ASU undergraduate programs and most master’s degrees
On-campus or online options
so you can choose to study on ASU’s Tempe campus or remotely
5 intakes per year
so you can start when the time’s right for you
- If you meet the entry requirements for a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree or pathways program, but need to improve your English language skills, you may qualify for ELP. A minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 is required for undergraduate entry, with no minimum GPA for the extended pathways program. Competitive graduate school applicants typically have a 3.00 GPA on a 4.00 scale. Lower GPAs may still be considered.
- There are 6 ELP levels, ranging from “basic” to “advanced.” Students will take the ASU ELP placement test upon arrival and are then placed into the appropriate level.
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A closer look at ASU’s English language program
There are 3 different levels of ASU’s ELP. Your level will be determined by your placement test, which you will take once you arrive. Learn more about each option below.
BASIC LEVEL
Basic 1 and Basic 2
For learners with beginner to moderate English language skills. Once Basic 2 is completed, a student progresses to Intermediate 1.
INTERMEDIATE LEVEL
Intermediate 1 and Intermediate 2
For learners with moderate English language skills. Once Intermediate 2 is completed with a B (84%) or higher, a student may progress to Advanced 1 or the ASU-USA Pathways program .
ADVANCED LEVEL
Advanced 1 and Advanced 2
For learners with above average English language skills. Once Advanced 2 is completed with a B- (80%) or higher, a student progresses to an ASU bachelor’s degree program.
