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English for Academic Purposes

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English for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses are for English language learners at the college level. EAP courses are generally taken by students whose first language is not English.

Many students who learned English as their second or third language may speak English very well when they arrive at Inver Hills, but their reading and writing skills in English are still developing. EAP courses focus on improving these critical academic skills.

EAP will enhance learning. It is not a stand-alone major.

English for Academic Purposes (EAP) at Inver Hills

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What you’ll accomplish as a student taking EAP courses:

  1. Work directly with expert, student-focused EAP faculty
  2. Collaborate and make friends with your classmates
  3. Benefit from small class sizes and one-on-one interactions with your teachers
  4. Develop practical, real-world English reading, writing, and speaking skills
  5. Save money and continue your academic and professional careers with less student debt

According to U.S. News & World Report, national student loan debt topped $1.7 trillion in the second quarter of 2021, or roughly $740 billion more than U.S. total credit card debt.

In Minnesota, 900,000 student loan borrowers owe an average $31,250 in federal and private student debt. That debt translates into an average monthly payment topping $250. 

Tuition and fees for one year at Inver Hills costs a little less than $5,500. Compare that to $15,000 to $20,000 at a for-profit college, or $40,000 to $50,000+ at a private college or university. You can complete your first two years at Inver Hills getting a topflight, hands-on education from knowledgeable, caring and experienced faculty and then transfer to a four-year school as a junior all while saving thousands of dollars.

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EAP Student Testimonial

Alfeya Beker

Originally from Ethiopia, Alfeya is majoring in Nursing at Inver Hills with the goal to graduate with her A.S. in Nursing in 2025. She has a nursing assistant certificate and is looking forward to a career as a registered nurse (RN). Along with English, she speaks three more languages, Oromo, Amharic, and Somali. Alfeya resides in Minnesota, USA.

EAP Q & A

What do you like best about your EAP coursework?

I really like the skills and information I learned in class as well as the class organization and teaching methods. I am especially impressed with instructor, Beata P., and by her patience and devotion toward her students.

What have you learned that has already helped you with your other classes?

I learned how to review books, movies, and articles. I also learned how to use different brainstorming methods and how to organize and write an academic essay and paragraphs with transition words.

What advice would you give students thinking about taking an EAP class?

I will advise future students to choose instructor Beata’s class, feel free to ask any questions, and try not to miss a class unless you are in a critical situation. Make sure that you are following the instructions.

EAP Student Alfeya Beker on Inver Hills mall
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