JMU Student Testimonial

Name: Elvis (Yifan) Zhang
Home country: China
Major: Quantitative Finance

“The best thing about studying here is the opportunity to become friends with students from all over the world.

JMU organizes many programs for international students to make sure that JMU becomes their second home but also for us to explore diversity, values and beliefs. While learning about other cultures, I realized what my own culture is.

I believe I will learn a lot from my program and become competitive when I go out and look for jobs.”

Preparation and credits for your degree at James Madison University

The English as a Second Language (ESL) Transition Program is an intensive access route to undergraduate and graduate degrees at James Madison University.

Benefits of the ESL Transition Program:

  • Practical preparation for your degree, giving you the greatest opportunity for success
  • Earn valuable University credits while improving your English proficiency
  • No TOEFL or IELTS score required for entry
  • Live and study on campus for full integration into University life
  • ESL books and materials provided at no additional cost, as part of the all-inclusive fee
  • Weekly tutorials with your supervisor and small class sizes ensure fast progress

Who is the course for?

International students who:

  • want to study abroad in the USA
  • have met the academic requirements for entry to James Madison University
  • need to improve their English Language to reach degree standard

When does it start?

August 2010 or January 2011.

Contact a Student Advisor for information.

If you want to start in the Fall Semester, apply now to take advantage of our simple application process.

How do I progress to a degree?

You will be conditionally admitted to a JMU undergraduate major or (post)graduate program.

You can transition to full-time degree study when you have successfully completed the ESL Transition Program.

Read more about the ESL Transition Program for international students.

Why choose James Madison University?

  • A highly-ranked outstanding state University: nationally recognized for its academics and undergraduate research opportunities
  • Lower fees than most private universities: JMU offers excellent value for money
  • Highest graduation rate among universities in the south of the USA: 81%
  • International community: students from 70 countries on campus
  • Beautiful location in Virginia: just two hours from Washington, D.C.
  • Exceptional level of student involvement: in the classroom, through internships and with over 300 student organizations

Read more about studying abroad at James Madison University.

 

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