Academic English Program
Saint Louis University's Academic English Program provides students with first-rate English language instruction and the necessary academic skills to succeed in college.
Courses in Levels 1 and 2 are theme-based, while courses in Levels 3 and 4 employ sustained content-based instruction. Level 5 includes the English courses offered in Undergraduate Pathway Level I and adds courses on multiculturalism and university success skills. Unlike students in the Undergraduate Pathway, students in this level are not enrolled in for-credit courses outside of the ESL Program.
Objectives
Students in the Academic English Program will regularly participate in the following learning activities:
- Present spoken and written ideas accurately and effectively in English
- Write academic papers using citations and references
- Read, understand and evaluate academic texts
- Understand and use vocabulary common to academic disciplines
- Take accurate notes in academic settings
- Understand U.S. values in an academic setting
Entry Requirements for Academic English
Sub-score requirements may apply.
| Level | TOEFL | IELTS | PTEA | Duolingo |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1: Beginner | < 35 | < 4.0 | < 36 | < 55 |
| Level 2: High Beginner | 35 | 4.0 | 36 | 55 |
| Level 3: Intermediate | 40 | 4.5 | 38 | 65 |
| Level 4: High Intermediate | 50 | 5.0 | 40 | 75 |
| Level 5: Low Advanced | 60 | 5.5 | 44 | 90 |
Academic English Program Requirements
- A student may start their studies in the Academic English Program at any level. Placement is determined by their study plan and their English placement scores.
- To progress to the next level of their study plan and remain in good standing, a student must:
- earn a minimum semester GPA of 2.50
- earn a C or better in each course of a level
- meet minimum attendance requirements
- To complete the Academic English Program and progress to a two-semester undergraduate pathway program or a graduate pathway program, a student must meet the above requirements in Academic English Level 4.
- To complete the Academic English Program and progress to a one-semester undergraduate pathway program, a student must meet the above requirements in Academic English Level 5.
Roadmaps are recommended semester-by-semester plans of study for programs and assume full-time enrollment unless otherwise noted.
Courses and milestones designated as critical (marked with !) must be completed in the semester listed to ensure a timely graduation. Transfer credit may change the roadmap.
This roadmap should not be used in the place of regular academic advising appointments. All students are encouraged to meet with their advisor/mentor each semester. Requirements, course availability and sequencing are subject to change.
One-Semester Academic English
| Year One | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | |
| AEP 0400 | Writing and Grammar Level 4: High Intermediate | 3 |
| AEP 0411 |
People, Places, Connections: An Introduction to Human Geography or People, Places, Connections: An Introduction to Human Geography or Contemporary Issues Level 4: High Intermediate |
3 |
| AEP 0420 | Reading and Vocabulary Level 4: High Intermediate | 3 |
| AEP 0430 | Listening and Speaking Level 4: High Intermediate | 3 |
| AEP 0350 | English Through Service | 1 |
| Credits | 13 | |
| Total Credits | 13 | |
Two-Semester Academic English
| Year One | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | |
| AEP 0300 | Writing and Grammar Level 3: Intermediate | 3 |
| AEP 0310 | Exploring Cultures Level 3: Intermediate | 3 |
| AEP 0320 | Reading and Vocabulary Level 3: Intermediate | 3 |
| AEP 0330 | Listening and Speaking Level 3: Intermediate | 3 |
| AEP 0350 | English Through Service | 1 |
| Credits | 13 | |
| Spring | ||
| AEP 0400 | Writing and Grammar Level 4: High Intermediate | 3 |
| AEP 0411 |
People, Places, Connections: An Introduction to Human Geography or People, Places, Connections: An Introduction to Human Geography or Contemporary Issues Level 4: High Intermediate |
3 |
| AEP 0420 | Reading and Vocabulary Level 4: High Intermediate | 3 |
| AEP 0430 | Listening and Speaking Level 4: High Intermediate | 3 |
| Credits | 12 | |
| Total Credits | 25 | |
Three-Semester Academic English
| Year One | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | |
| AEP 0200 | Writing and Grammar Level 2: High Beginner | 4 |
| AEP 0220 | Reading and Vocabulary Level 2: High Beginner | 4 |
| AEP 0230 | Listening and Speaking Level 2: High Beginner | 4 |
| Credits | 12 | |
| Spring | ||
| AEP 0300 | Writing and Grammar Level 3: Intermediate | 3 |
| AEP 0310 | Exploring Cultures Level 3: Intermediate | 3 |
| AEP 0320 | Reading and Vocabulary Level 3: Intermediate | 3 |
| AEP 0330 | Listening and Speaking Level 3: Intermediate | 3 |
| AEP 0350 | English Through Service | 1 |
| Credits | 13 | |
| Summer | ||
| AEP 0400 | Writing and Grammar Level 4: High Intermediate | 3 |
| AEP 0411 |
People, Places, Connections: An Introduction to Human Geography or People, Places, Connections: An Introduction to Human Geography or Contemporary Issues Level 4: High Intermediate |
3 |
| AEP 0420 | Reading and Vocabulary Level 4: High Intermediate | 3 |
| AEP 0430 | Listening and Speaking Level 4: High Intermediate | 3 |
| Credits | 12 | |
| Total Credits | 37 | |
Four-Semester Academic English
| Year One | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | |
| AEP 0100 | Writing and Grammar Level 1: Beginner | 4 |
| AEP 0120 | Reading and Vocabulary Level 1: Beginner | 4 |
| AEP 0130 | Listening and Speaking Level 1: Beginner | 4 |
| Credits | 12 | |
| Spring | ||
| AEP 0200 | Writing and Grammar Level 2: High Beginner | 4 |
| AEP 0220 | Reading and Vocabulary Level 2: High Beginner | 4 |
| AEP 0230 | Listening and Speaking Level 2: High Beginner | 4 |
| Credits | 12 | |
| Summer | ||
| AEP 0300 | Writing and Grammar Level 3: Intermediate | 3 |
| AEP 0310 | Exploring Cultures Level 3: Intermediate | 3 |
| AEP 0320 | Reading and Vocabulary Level 3: Intermediate | 3 |
| AEP 0330 | Listening and Speaking Level 3: Intermediate | 3 |
| Credits | 12 | |
| Year Two | ||
| Fall | ||
| AEP 0400 | Writing and Grammar Level 4: High Intermediate | 3 |
| AEP 0411 |
People, Places, Connections: An Introduction to Human Geography or People, Places, Connections: An Introduction to Human Geography or Contemporary Issues Level 4: High Intermediate |
3 |
| AEP 0420 | Reading and Vocabulary Level 4: High Intermediate | 3 |
| AEP 0430 | Listening and Speaking Level 4: High Intermediate | 3 |
| AEP 0350 | English Through Service | 1 |
| Credits | 13 | |
| Total Credits | 49 | |
Five-Semester Academic English
| Year One | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | |
| AEP 0100 | Writing and Grammar Level 1: Beginner | 4 |
| AEP 0120 | Reading and Vocabulary Level 1: Beginner | 4 |
| AEP 0130 | Listening and Speaking Level 1: Beginner | 4 |
| Credits | 12 | |
| Spring | ||
| AEP 0200 | Writing and Grammar Level 2: High Beginner | 4 |
| AEP 0220 | Reading and Vocabulary Level 2: High Beginner | 4 |
| AEP 0230 | Listening and Speaking Level 2: High Beginner | 4 |
| Credits | 12 | |
| Summer | ||
| AEP 0300 | Writing and Grammar Level 3: Intermediate | 3 |
| AEP 0310 | Exploring Cultures Level 3: Intermediate | 3 |
| AEP 0320 | Reading and Vocabulary Level 3: Intermediate | 3 |
| AEP 0330 | Listening and Speaking Level 3: Intermediate | 3 |
| Credits | 12 | |
| Year Two | ||
| Fall | ||
| AEP 0400 | Writing and Grammar Level 4: High Intermediate | 3 |
| AEP 0411 |
People, Places, Connections: An Introduction to Human Geography or People, Places, Connections: An Introduction to Human Geography or Contemporary Issues Level 4: High Intermediate |
3 |
| AEP 0420 | Reading and Vocabulary Level 4: High Intermediate | 3 |
| AEP 0430 | Listening and Speaking Level 4: High Intermediate | 3 |
| AEP 0350 | English Through Service | 1 |
| Credits | 13 | |
| Spring | ||
| AEP 0501 | Academic Writing and Editing Skills: Low Advanced | 3 |
| AEP 0511 | Intercultural Skills for University Success: Low Advanced | 3 |
| AEP 0521 | Academic Reading and Study Skills: Low Advanced | 3 |
| AEP 0531 | Academic Presentations and Speaking Skills: Low Advanced | 1 |
| AEP 0541 | Essential Skills for University Success: Low Advanced | 2 |
| Credits | 12 | |
| Total Credits | 61 | |