SCAD Language Studio
Overview
With locations on three continents and students from more than 100 countries, SCAD offers an intensive and engaging art- and design-focused English as a Second Language (ESL) program through the SCAD Language Studio (SLS).
The SLS improves English language proficiency through immediate immersion into the SCAD community. In keeping with its name, the SCAD Language Studio provides an authentic studio experience through language-instructive meetings, cooperative and engaging fieldwork, and a blended-learning approach to language acquisition specific to university life. Students are exposed to extended-learning opportunities beyond the classroom, with chances to observe for-credit classes, explore innovative digital-learning environments and attend lectures or exhibitions. Individual tutoring, based on instructor feedback and test scores, focuses on speaking, reading, writing and listening skills. SLS students may sign up for tutoring at no additional cost.
Throughout ESL coursework, students work closely with professors who have experience teaching students from across the globe. SCAD professors hold advanced degrees in ESL education and instruction, applied linguistics, foreign language education and other related fields.
While formal SLS classes help prepare students for degree-granting coursework, the classes do not carry credit toward a degree program. Students who receive enrollment waivers may still enroll in SLS coursework or tutoring to further their language skills or cultural transitions. For information on the cost of SCAD Language Studio courses, visit scad.edu/fees. For information about enrollment waivers in the SCAD Language Studio, visit scad.edu/programs/esl/assessment.cfm.
The SLS improves English language proficiency through immediate immersion into the SCAD community. In keeping with its name, the SCAD Language Studio provides an authentic studio experience through language-instructive meetings, cooperative and engaging fieldwork, and a blended-learning approach to language acquisition specific to university life. Students are exposed to extended-learning opportunities beyond the classroom, with chances to observe for-credit classes, explore innovative digital-learning environments and attend lectures or exhibitions. Individual tutoring, based on instructor feedback and test scores, focuses on speaking, reading, writing and listening skills. SLS students may sign up for tutoring at no additional cost.
Throughout ESL coursework, students work closely with professors who have experience teaching students from across the globe. SCAD professors hold advanced degrees in ESL education and instruction, applied linguistics, foreign language education and other related fields.
While formal SLS classes help prepare students for degree-granting coursework, the classes do not carry credit toward a degree program. Students who receive enrollment waivers may still enroll in SLS coursework or tutoring to further their language skills or cultural transitions. For information on the cost of SCAD Language Studio courses, visit scad.edu/fees. For information about enrollment waivers in the SCAD Language Studio, visit scad.edu/programs/esl/assessment.cfm.
Student visas
Non-immigrants entering the United States must enter on an F-1 visa in order to enroll in SCAD's ESL program. Students must present a valid Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) I-20 to their nearest U.S. consulate in order to apply for an F-1 visa. Read a list of U.S. consulates worldwide.
In addition to the valid SEVIS I-20, students may be required to present the following:
In addition to the valid SEVIS I-20, students may be required to present the following:
- Current, valid passport
- Current, dated financial documentation
- A non-immigrant visa application
- Proof of SEVIS fee payment.
- Current passport photograph
- Proof of permanent address in home country and proof of plans to return to home country
Entering the United States
Non-immigrants in F-1 status may not enter the United States more than 30 days prior to the start of the ESL program. Applications received later than two months before the start date will be accepted and processed; however, students who apply later may find it difficult to secure the necessary F-1 visa for entry into the United States. For more information, visit the U.S. Department of State's Web site, call a SCAD international student adviser at 912.525.7303 or e-mail International Student Services.
Transfer students
Students who are transferring F-1 status from another institution in the United States to SCAD must be properly transferred by their current college/university to SCAD through the SEVIS system. Once the student's record has been received through SEVIS and he or she arrives at SCAD, the transfer process is complete.
Contact SCAD Language Studio
- esl@scad.edu
- 912.525.7141
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