This is a preparatory course for the paper-based TOEFL ITP Test designed for students aiming to apply to Temple University, Japan Campus’s (TUJ) Undergraduate, Law School, and Graduate College of Education. Although the scores of the two TOEFL ITP Tests included can only be used to apply to undergraduate or graduate programs at TUJ, anyone can take this course. Because each program requires a different score on TOEFL ITP Test, this course offers multiple classes aiming for a score of from 500 to 550 and higher.

The objective of this course is to achieve a higher score on the TOEFL ITP Test. To do so, students will learn the basic structure of the TOEFL ITP Test and the types of questions that are asked in each section (1. Listening, 2. Structure & Written Expression, 3. Reading). Students will solve questions by themselves, and the instructor will explain the reasoning behind the correct and incorrect answers to help the students deepen understanding of English. There will be individual Q&A sessions with the instructor for a few times during the semester, which will help the students improve their weaknesses.

This course will meet 8 times on Saturdays, with 6 class days and 2 days for taking actual TOEFL ITP Tests. (Examination fees are included in the course fee.) The TOEFL ITP Test scores from the two exams will be accepted as formal scores to apply to the Undergraduate and Graduate Programs of TUJ.

There are two levels in this course. Please choose the class that suits your goal and current English language proficiency.

2024 Fall Semester

Period: 
Saturday, August 24 – Saturday, October 12, 2024 (6 classes and 2 TOEFL ITP Tests)

Application Deadline:

• Sunday, August 11, 2024 (Early Bird)
• Sunday, August 18, 2024 (General)

*We will stop accepting applications once all seats are filled.
*Depending on space availability, we may accept applications even after the deadline.
*Applications received outside of business hours will be processed the next business day.
*Please note that the schedule and the style of this course, whether held online or on campus, are subject to change without notice.

Fee (tax included):  

• 48,450 yen (Early Bird)
  
  *Payment has to be made by Tuesday, August 13. The general price will be charged otherwise.
• 57,000 yen (General)

*There is a separate New Student Fee of 10,500 yen for those students who have not taken any semester-long AEP course before

*TOEFL ITP Test fees are included.
*TOEFL ITP Test fees are not refundable/transferable, even if you do not take the exam.
*A textbook fee is not included.
*Students may need to purchase books or materials for this course.

Designed for: 
Students wishing to improve their TOEFL ITP Test score, especially those who wish to enter TUJ

Dates and Times:

• Regular Classes (6 days): Saturday, 14:30-17:30
• Two TOEFL ITP Tests (September 14 & October 12) *Scores from these tests can only be used to apply for programs at TUJ.

Class format:  Online (Zoom)

Application: 

If you have any questions or concerns about the class, we would be glad to arrange an individual meeting (English or Japanese). To schedule an individual meeting, please contact the Academic English Program at esl@tuj.temple.edu. If you are planning to apply to TUJ's Undergraduate Program and have questions, please contact ac@tuj.temple.edu

Note: Those who do not plan to apply to TUJ can also take this course and the TOEFL ITP Test that are included in this course.

General Information about the TOEFL ITP® Test

TOEFL ITP Tests are designed to evaluate the English language proficiency of non-native English speakers. The exams evaluate skills in three sections:

Scores

To enter TUJ, TOEFL ITP Test scores of at least 550 for the Undergraduate Program or at least 475 for the Bridge Program are required.

For TUJ graduate programs, TOEFL ITP Test scores of at least 570 for the Law School or 575 for the Graduate College of Education (for the MSEd in TESOL; 600 or higher for the PhD program) are required. You cannot apply to the Master in Management with a TOEFL ITP Test score; only a TOEFL iBT® Test score is accepted.

About This Course

Contents and Flow

The TOEFL ITP Test preparation course has 6 classes x 3 hours each and 2 actual TOEFL ITP Tests. Examples of the content of each of the six classes are as below.

Individual guidance

Individual guidance is given outside of the classroom hours during the course. Each student receives 1-2 sessions of individual guidance about the class content and assignments for 10-15 minutes before or after the start of classes, at times arranged between the student and the instructor.

The Two TOEFL ITP® Tests

The TOEFL ITP Tests will be conducted on September 14 and October 12, 2024.

Testing Day/Time:  Saturday 9:30-12:30

Location:  Temple University, Japan Campus

All students enrolled in this course will take the exams in the morning, and there will be no class on the exam days.

Student Comments

 The strategies of answering questions were well explained with specific examples. The explanation was easy to understand and was very useful.

 The instructor taught us how to study English, and I think my English skills also improved.

 Taking the course online enabled me to save the commuting time and use the time more wisely. I thought it was more comfortable and even easier to take classes online because we were able to share documents on the screen while talking.

Steps to Attend the Program

Please follow the procedures below to attend the course.

Application Procedures

Please apply by completing the online application form. Please feel free to contact us for any questions about course details or the application process.

*Depending on space availability, we may accept applications even after the deadline has passed. Please submit the application form, and we will get back to you.

Note: Please be aware that courses cannot be offered in the event that there are insufficient numbers of applicants.

College Prep Package for English Learners New

AEP is now offering a package of these two courses, “AEP Day Program (AEP-General Education & Reading-based Writing)” and “TOEFL ITP Test Prep Course: aiming for a score of 500+ or 500+” to help those striving to improve their overall English skills to the level where they feel ready to succeed in TUJ’s undergraduate program including the Bridge Program while a 20% discount is applied to the total course fees. Please refer to each course page for more details regarding the class content and other information.

Designed for: High school graduates *3rd year high school students are accepted in Spring semesters.

Hours:

1. AEP Day Program (12 hours per week)
2. TOEFL ITP Test Prep Course (3 hours per week)

*Your actual class schedule for #1 will be decided based on your level check test result and a consultation with our coordinator.

Class Format:

1. AEP Day Program (Hybrid or Online Only)
2. TOEFL ITP Test Prep Course (Online Only)

Fee (tax included): 303,200 yen

Application Deadline: Sunday, August 11

How to apply: Please select the package of your choice in the “Another Course” section of the online application form.

*If you are not able to take the AEP Day Program for a reason such as time conflict, you may want to consider courses such as “English for Academic Purposes” and “AEP High School”.