Transition with Purpose: Pathways from English Language to Academic Study

97 TUITION DIFFERENTIAL: IELP AND PSU CLASSES For students paying out-of-state tuition, including all international students, IELP classes cost less per credit than PSU classes. Currently, IELP classes cost approximately $223 per credit. PSU classes cost approximately $550 per credit. One 4-credit course in the IELP is typically $892, compared to $2,200 for a 4-credit PSU class. While in the Pathways Program, students are expected to take IELP and PSU classes concurrently for at least one term. The combination of classes being taken each term varies by student, but you should be able to estimate the cost of your classes per term and plan your budget and finances accordingly. *Tuition and fees are subject to change at any time. Consult the most recent figures by opening the following online sources: PSU Tuition and Fees IELP Tuition and Fees COST PLANNING FOR PATHWAYS PROGRAM The following chart shows tuition only; university and IELP fees are not included. Tuition and fees may change at any time. Refer to the links provided above for the most current figures. 6 Month Program Initial Term Final Term Academic English Courses (Levels 4&5) Credits Tuition Academic English Courses (Level 5) Credits Tuition Understanding Academic Lectures 4 892 Discussion Skills/Public Speaking 4 892 Guided Research Writing 4 892 Independent Research Writing 4 892 Grammar and Editing for Academic Writing 4 892 PSU Class 4 2,276 Advanced Academic Reading 4 892 PSU Class (optional) (4) (2,276) Pathways Introduction Seminar 2 446 Pathways Final Seminar 2 446 Total Credits 18* 4,014 Total Credits 14 - 18 4,430 – 6,630 TOTAL TUITION for 2 terms: $8,444-$10,644 *New students will also enroll in American Culture and Academic Life (ACAL) in their first term of study - 2 credits