Why choose EAP?

Why is the EAP program your best choice to satisfy the English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirement for admission to the U of C?

The EAP program is a better tool that TOEFL for achieving English language proficiency

• a TOEFL score does not teach you how to do research; how to give a successful oral presentation; how to write effective papers for your professors; or how to do other important academic tasks. The time you spend comprehensively acquiring these skills before you begin your degree studies means less time acquiring these skills when you face a deadline.
• A TOEFL score is simply a test result. You either pass or fail with no benefit to the development of your proficiency. University instructors will not slow down to accommodate students struggling with their English even if they have achieved an acceptable TOEFL score. Prepare yourself now for your best success later. You are further ahead to invest your time and energy now to prepare for your future academic success.

We are the ONLY proficiency program on campus directly linked to undergraduate admission

• NO other program in Calgary can offer you conditional admission to a degree program at the U of C.
• We are the only program on campus which is directly linked in the admissions process for academically-qualified students who need English language proficiency.
• Both prospective undergraduate AND graduate students can gain ELP for admission purposes with the EAP program.
   

Our Instructors are highly qualified professionals who want to see you succeed

• Our instructors have specific preparation in the field of Teaching English as a Second Language who expertly guide EAP students towards achieving their English language proficiency. Students can move into their degree programs with confidence.

The EAP program is an academic program housed within the Faculty of Education

• All curriculum used in the EAP program has been faculty developed and  APC approved.
• All courses offered are in the U of C calendar.