Overview

Key features

Southwestern Adventist University's English as a Second Language program is open to students of all nationalities and backgrounds—there is a place for you within our diverse student body.

Let us help you reach your full potential as you learn English inside the classroom and outside the classroom through a variety of cultural activities and events.

Students will learn in small classes taught by highly qualified instructors, and state-of-the-art technology and resources.

The program will improve your English language skills and along the way, you will gain a valuable cultural experience in a Christ-centered environment.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Grammar
English Structure and Usage
Oral Composition
Speech Composition and Comprehension
Reading
Writing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Keene, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

High School Transcript or GED

General Education Development (GED) test average score of 500 with no scores below 450.

Southwestern encourages the TEA Recommended High School Program of 26 credits, which will increase a student’s opportunities for success.

GPA of 2.75 or more

Copy of current passport information page

Submit at least 3 recent bank statements that give evidence of income

Submit the international student deposit of $1000 which includes the $200 residence hall room deposit, and a $100 non-refundable processing fee

A letter of acceptance from Southwestern Adventist University

An I-20 from Southwestern Adventist University

A valid passport and F-1 Visa for travel to the United States of America.

English Language Requirements

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

25440 USD / year

≈ 25440 USD / year
Out-of-State

25440 USD / year

≈ 25440 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

25440 USD / year

≈ 25440 USD / year

Living costs

Keene

United States

956 - 1772 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Key features

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Keene

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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