English as a Second Language Program
Buffalo State College
English as a Second Language Program
At Buffalo State, more than 9,000 undergraduate students are driven to learn from professors who specialize in teaching and mentoring, tackling coursework from over 160 undergraduate programs that challenge and inspire. Located in a bustling urban location, Buffalo State is a vibrant academic community for students who are driven to succeed: our graduates are sought after by local, national, and international employers.
Buffalo State's international students have come from countries across the globe, including Australia, Canada, China, Cambodia, India, Japan, Kenya, Singapore, South Korea, Nigeria, and the United Kingdom.
The English as a Second Language Program (ESLP) at Buffalo State is designed to assist international students whose first language is not English with the language skills necessary to succeed in their academic programs. This non-credit bearing program is particularly useful for students seeking conditional admission to Buffalo State as they prepare to enhance their language skills as measured by the Test of English as Foreign Language (TOEFL) and/or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS).
ESLP helps students with varying levels of English proficiency through coursework, interaction with native speakers of English, and individualized language practice. The program consists of six levels of English language study, each offered during 15-week semesters (August-December and January-May). Each level has 20 hours of class time per week, plus an additional 3 hours of small conversation group practice.
Admission Requirements
International students seeking admission to a degree granting program at Buffalo State must meet the following requirements:
- Complete the equivalent of 12 years of elementary and secondary education.
- Show evidence of strong academic success. Demonstrate the ability to pay all college costs (estimated at $30,300.00 USD annually)
- Provide evidence of proficiency in the English language. Buffalo State requires a minimum score of 61 on the Internet-based Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). Students may also choose to use the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Buffalo State requires a minimum band score of 5.5 on the IELTS exam.
- To request your official TOEFL score to be sent to Buffalo State, please use our code 2533 when completing TOEFL registration materials.
Applicants who do not meet English Proficiency requirements may be considered for conditional admission by enrolling in and successfully completing the ESL Program.
Admission to the ESL program is competitive and we will review the rigor of your previous high school or college work to determine admission/acceptance into our program.
Costs
The costs per student for the spring 2013 semester are as follows:
|
Tuition (per semester) |
$ 3,950.00 |
|
Medical Insurance |
$ 478.00 |
|
Comprehensive Fee |
$ 562.00 |
|
Textbooks/Supplies |
$ 225.00 |
|
Institutional TOEFL |
$ 30.00 |
|
Standard Double Room |
$ 3,296.00 |
|
Freedom 19 Meal Plan |
$ 2,300.00 |
|
Estimated Total Costs |
$10,841.00 |
How to Apply to the English as a Second Language Program (ESLP)
1. Download, print, complete and return the ESL application(PDF, 158KB).
2. Complete the required International Student supplemental form FSA-2 (Autobiographical Essay Form)(PDF, 293KB).
3. Complete the required International Student Supplemental form FSA-4 (Student Financial Statement)(PDF, 240KB). A separate bank statement on bank letterhead should be submitted along with the FSA-4 form.
4. Submit your official high school transcripts. If you have earned any college or university credit please submit these official transcripts as well.
5. Submit a copy of your passport bio page.
6. The non-refundable application fee is $50. Your check should be made payable to"Buffalo State". Please do not send cash.
TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE PROGRAM, PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR COMPLETED APPLICATION, THE APPLICATION FEE, AND ALL OF THE DOCUMENTS NOTED ABOVE NO LATER THAN JULY 1 FOR FALL ADMISSION. FORWARD ALL OF YOUR APPLICATION DOCUMENTS TO:
Sandra Burnham
SUNY Buffalo State
Moot Hall 110
Office of Admission
1300 Elmwood Ave.
Buffalo, NY 14222
If you have any questions about Buffalo State or are interested in learning more about admission to one of our many degree granting programs, please email Sandra Burnham at burnhasl@buffalostate.edu. The International Student Affairs Office helps students make a successful transition to Buffalo State and the United States. To learn more about services for our international students visit their web site or call (716) 878-5331.