International students who enroll at American universities often have very unique cultural experiences. A number of schools are implementing programs which allows global learners to experience different aspects of life in the U.S.

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In an effort to assist and accommodate the growing number of international students who are enrolled in U.S. undergraduate programs, many universities and community colleges are improving and increasing their English as a Second Language (ESL) programs.

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In order to provide international students with a comprehensive English language education, a growing number of universities are expanding their English as a Second Language (ESL) programs. These initiatives are designed to assist new residents with reading, writing and speaking.

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As international students continue to enroll in U.S. undergraduate programs, these institutions are experiencing record numbers of global freshmen. Learners from across the world are increasingly moving to the U.S. in order to pursue higher education.

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In order to provide international students with more efficient English as a Second Language (ESL) courses, many American universities are integrating language teaching into their international programs. ESL courses can provide non-native speakers with English reading, writing and speaking instruction.

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Many international students who wish to study in the U.S. worry that their English language skills may not meet the American standards of proficiency. However, numerous universities are implementing conditional acceptance policies, which allow learners to attend college with the agreement Read full article...

International students who are choosing a U.S. university may benefit from enrolling in a pathway program. These initiatives feature a hybrid of college courses and English language instruction.

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International students who are interested in studying in the U.S. may be inhibited by the pressure to speak English fluently. However, many schools provide English as Second Language (ESL) programs for non-native speakers who may need assistance with reading, writing Read full article...

Many international students enroll in U.S. undergraduate programs to steep themselves in American culture, however, some learners may feel inhibited by the pressure to communicate in English. In order to better serve non-native speakers, American universities are creating English as a Second Language (ESL) programs that cater to the needs of these nontraditional learners.

For example, Sam Houston State University's (SHSU) Office of International Programs offers intensive ESL instruction through its English Language Institute (ELI), The Huntsville Item reports. The ELI works with approximately 20 non-native speakers each semester, offering them English instruction to prepare them for full participation in the American collegiate environment.

Students enrolled in the program are expected to devote at least 18 hours each week to the study of English, and take courses in listening, speaking, reading and writing. Learners may also take elective courses in academic and life skills.

The program was designed by James Moore, who began his career as a volunteer English tutor in the Huntsville Public Library’s literacy program. Today, he is the coordinator if SHSU's ELI and even hosts international students in his home as part of a one-month intensive language experience. Last spring, he and his wife hosted a student from Japan.

"It gives students a chance to spend a month in the language environment they're trying to learn. [The student] picked up a lot of English just from being around us, and we picked up a lot of Japanese language and culture from her," Moore told the news source.

Non-U.S. citizens made up 3.7 percent of the total student population for the 2008-2009 academic year, according to the Institute of International Education.

International students have an endless number of options when choosing a U.S. academic program. Many American schools have partnerships with universities in other countries that allow students to start their educations near home and finish in the U.S.

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