Intensive English, with a focus on speaking and listening, for English language learners at an advanced level. Students will develop an extensive vocabulary in English and sufficient English proficiency to function successfully in American university courses that do not rely heavily on language. Permission required.

This course is intended for speakers of other languages who have already achieved a 500 score on the TOEFL (or an equivalent score on another standardized test of English proficiency). Students will learn to read academic materials, write coherent essays on academic topics, and participate in group work and class discussion. Students enrolled in ESL 440/ESL 640 are also eligible to enroll in one University of New Hampshire course. Permission required.

This course is intended for speakers of other languages who have already achieved a score of 525 or higher on the TOEFL (or an equivalent score on another standardized test of English language proficiency). Students will learn to read academic materials, do basic library research, write short papers in standard academic form, understand academic lectures, and participate in group work and class discussion. Writing Intensive. Students enrolled in ESL 450/ESL 650 are also eligible to enroll in two University of New Hampshire courses. Permission required. Special fee.

Intensive English, with a focus on reading and writing, for English language learners at an intermediate level. Students will expand their vocabulary and develop sufficient English proficiency to communicate with English speakers who have little experience with English language learners. Permission required.