College Preparatory Program

College Preparatory Program

The College Preparatory Program (CP) is an academic English language program designed for non-native English speaking students. Courses within this curriculum introduce students to academic English and assist them to develop the skills necessary to succeed in an American institution of higher education. The program is divided into four levels, each with its own focus. The first level is introductory while the fourth level is advanced. Entering students are placed in one of the levels based on performance in tests administered prior to the start of classes. Consideration is also given to past language training and previous TOEFL, or other standardized test scores such as EIKEN, IELTS, and TOEIC. After completing the program, students receive a Certificate of Completion and may apply for admission to the Liberal Arts Program.

Completion Requirements:

  • An average of 70% or higher in assessments for all courses in each level
  • Minimum TOEFL test score of 480 (PBT or ITP) or 54 (iBT)
  • Cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher

CP1 (Beginner)

Foundations of Earth Science

1. Core Listening and Speaking
2. Core Reading Skills and Discussion
3. Core Writing and Grammar
4. The Foundations of Earth Science
5. TOEFL Preparation I

CP2 (Lower Intermediate)

Foundations of American Studies

1. Core Listening and Speaking
2. Core Reading Skills and Discussion
3. Core Writing and Grammar
4. The Foundations of American Studies
5. TOEFL Preparation II

CP3 (Upper Intermediate)

Foundations of Sociology

1. Core Listening and Speaking
2. Core Reading Skills and Discussion
3. Core Writing and Grammar
4. The Foundations of Sociology
5. TOEFL Preparation II

CP4 (Advanced)

Foundations of Psychology

1. Core Listening and Speaking
2. Core Reading Skills and Discussion
3. Core Writing and Grammar
4. The Foundations of Psychology
5. TOEFL Preparation III

 

College Preparatory Faculty 

Jaysievel Pacpaco

Director of College Preparatory

Education: 

M.A. TESOL, Hawaiʻi Pacific University

B.A. International Relations, Hawaiʻi Pacific University

Danilo Marrone

Professor

Education: 

M.A. History of Science and Ideas, Uppsala University (Sweden)

B.A. Liberal Arts, St. John’s College