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Halfmester Program

Improve your English Skills with the Halfmester program

Experience university life in the U.S.

Spend 7 weeks on Emporia State’s campus for a special intensive program to improve your English skills and experience university life. Students reside in the ESU residence halls and participate fully in campus life.

Upcoming dates:

  • August 13 to October 1, 2024
  • January 7 to February 25, 2025

COST:

  • $6,000

Program fees include:

  • Tuition and fees for 4 classes in the Intensive English Program
  • Shared room in the residence hall
  • Meals in the campus dining hall
  • Textbook rental
  • Airport transportation on arrival and departure dates
  • Access to campus resources and facilities
  • Participation in on-campus events and activities
  • International health insurance

SAMPLE DAILY SCHEDULE

A typical day during the program might look like this:

  • Morning – Breakfast in dining hall
  • 9:00 am to 12 pm. - English classes
  • 12:00 pm – Lunch in dining hall
  • 1:00 pm – English Class
  • 2:00 pm – English conversation group
  • 3:00 – Exercise class in student recreation center
  • 4:00 to 6:00 pm – Study and complete homework
  • 6:00 pm – Dinner in dining hall
  • 7:00 pm – Campus activity
  • 9:00 pm – Movie in residence halls with friends

Apply

Application Instructions: Create your account, start a new application, and choose the following options:

  • Student Type: D. International: Attending ESU on a student (F-1 or J-1) visa
  • Undergraduate Application Type: Non-Degree Seeking
  • Have you attended ESU before as a degree seeking student?: No
  • Program: Halfmester
  • Site: ESU Main Campus
  • Term: Fall 2024/Spring 2025