Academic English Program (CP)
What is CP Program?
The College Preparatory Program is an academic English language curriculum designed for non-native English-speaking students who need to enhance their language skills to immediately pursue an Associate in Arts degree at HTIC.
CP Program is for
Non-native speakers of English who need English language support
Students who want to build academic readiness
Students intending to transition into the HTIC Liberal Arts Program and 4-year institutions in and outside of the U.S.
What You Will Achieve
Prepares students for college-level study and entry into HTIC’s Liberal Arts Program.
Contact Hours
CP students have 18-22 contact hours.
Program Length
Typically completed in 1–5 terms (10 weeks per term), depending on English proficiency.

How the CP Program works
The College Preparatory Program is made up of four progressive levels (CP1 to CP4). Each level combines English language learning with academic subject content to help students gain the skills they need to succeed in college-level coursework. Find out more about CP Program curriculum.
Starting at HTIC
Upon entering HTIC, you’ll take the TOEFL to ensure you’re placed at the appropriate English proficiency level.
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English proficiency →
College Preparatory Program
CP 4 Advanced
Foundations of Psychology
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CP 3 Upper Intermediate
Foundations of Sociology
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CP 2 Lower Intermediate
Foundations of American Studies
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CP 1 Beginner
Foundations of Earth Science
Continue your studies at HTIC
Pursue A.A. Degree with our Liberal Arts Program to transfer to four-year universities.
More about
Associate Degree Program (LA) →

“I improved my English skills and now have the confidence to say that I did a great job.”
- Tatsuki, College Preparatory Program Graduate
Course Completion Requirements
To progress to the Liberal Arts Program, students must:
Achieve an average of 70% or higher in assessments for all courses in each level.
Obtain a minimum TOEFL test score of 480 (PBT or ITP) or 54 (iBT).
Maintain a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher.
Questions about CP Program? Contact us.

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