Overview
The ASU-USA Pathways course from Arizona State University qualifying students will gain admission to ASU, be better prepared to perform in the American university classroom and will earn up to 26 credits toward an undergraduate degree at ASU or any other American university.
Global Launch is excited to bring expanded access for international students to make progress toward a degree and earn your way into ASU, no matter what your GPA was in high school.
- Global Management track
- Arts and Sciences track
- Business track
Key facts:
You will begin your first-year, degree-seeking coursework on day one, which will keep you on track to complete your degree in 4 years, depending on your program term.
The ASU-USA Pathways program is offered in 1 or 3-terms, which will give you maximum flexibility to progress to ASU undergraduate degree study as soon as you’re ready, or extend your time with Global Launch for additional support.
Accreditation
Global Launch is an accredited member of the American Association of Intensive English Programs.
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Visit programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Academic Skills
- Applied English
- Computer Applications and Technology
- Student Success in Business
- Macro/Microeconomics
Audience
International students who do not meet the academic requirements for undergraduate admission to ASU and who need to improve their English language level.
Lecturers
All English teachers have at least a master’s degree in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL) and have experience in many different concentrations along with teaching the English language, such as business, psychology and engineering. Meet our current teachers: globallaunch.asu.edu/learn-english/student-experience/meet-teachers
Check out the full curriculum
Visit programme websiteKey information
Duration
- Full-time
- 6 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
- Starting
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Language
Credits
9-26 credits
Delivered
Disciplines
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Visit programme websiteAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at Arizona State University and/or in United States, please visit Student Insurance Portal.
Other requirements
General requirements
1-term Business Pathway
- GPA of 2.75 in the last 3 years of high school
- If you are an applicant from a Chinese high school, and not required to take your 12th year, you must provide your high school diploma by the end of your time in the ASU-USA Pathways program.
1-term Global Management Pathway
- If you are an applicant from a Chinese high school, and are not required to take your 12th year, you must provide your high school diploma by the end of your time in the ASU-USA Pathways program.
1-term Arts and Sciences Pathway
- If you are an applicant from a Chinese high school, and are not required to take your 12th year, you must provide your high school diploma by the end of your time in the ASU-USA Pathways program.
Make sure you meet all requirements
Visit programme websiteTuition Fee
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International
30994 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 15497 USD per semester during 6 months. -
National
30994 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 15497 USD per semester during 6 months. -
In-State
30994 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 15497 USD per semester during 6 months.
3-term:
- Business - $41,864
Global Management / Arts & Sciences - $40,431
1-term:
- Spring 2024 (Global Management, Arts & Sciences) - $15,497
- Spring 2024 (Business) - $16,930
Living costs for Tempe
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
ASU-USA Pathways Diversity Scholarship
ASU provides a limited scholarship to some who enroll in the ASU-USA Pathways Program, including the Extended Pathways program. Your application for the program is also your application for the scholarship. If you qualify for the ASU-USA Pathways Diversity Scholarship, you will be notified at the time of your admission to the program*. The scholarship will be awarded upon enrollment in the program, directly to your ASU Account to be applied to your tuition and fees. Learn more at our website: https://globallaunch.asu.edu/learn-english/asu-usa-pathways/costs