English as a Second Language (ESL) Program Application

Please complete the online application in English. The information you enter below must be accurate. Inaccurate information will delay the admissions process. For questions please email: admissions@gonzaga.edu.

*Indicates Necessary Fields.

ESL Program Information

ESL Program Calendar
Refer to the calendar below to select the desired ESL Program and Session.

ESL Program & Session	Course Dates	Application Deadline	Suggested Arrival Date
Fall Session I	August 26 - October 17, 2025	July 25, 2025	August 18-19, 2025
Fall Session II	October 21 - December 12, 2025	September 7, 2025	October 16-17, 2025
Spring Session I	January 13 - March 8, 2026	TBD	TBD
Spring Session II	TBD	TBD	TBD
Summer Session I	May 19 - June 27, 2025	April 4, 2025	May 12, 2025
Summer Session II	June 30 - August 8, 2025	May 2, 2025	June 24, 2025

ESL Program*

ESL Fall

ESL Spring

ESL Summer

ESL Fall Session*

ESL Fall Session I

ESL Fall Session II

ESL Spring Session*

ESL Spring Session I

ESL Spring Session II

ESL Summer Session*

ESL Summer Session I

ESL Summer Session II

Preferred Housing Option

Personal Information

Note: ALL applicants should be prepared to provide a copy of their valid passport and financial documents showing sufficient funds to pay for the program.

Family Name (Last Name)*
Please enter information as shown in your current or future passport.

First Name*
Please enter information as shown in your current or future passport.

Middle Name
Please enter information as shown in your current or future passport.
(If you do not have a middle name, you are not required to enter anything here.)

Chosen / Preferred Name
Your First Name is on your passport. Your chosen/preferred name is what you wish to be called by your teachers and fellow students. If your chosen/preferred name is the same as your first name, leave this question blank.

Birthdate*

Legal Sex*
This should match the sex or gender that is listed on your passport.

Country of Birth*

Place of Birth (City)

Country of Citizenship*

Are you a Dual Citizen?*

If you are a Dual Citizen, please select an additional Country of Citizenship

Residency Status - Are you a U.S. Permanent Resident?*
Note - All Permanent Residents will be required to submit a copy of their Green Card.

Native Language*

Marital Status

Will your spouse or children accompany you?

Other than you, how many family members do you plan to accompany you?

Visa and Passport Information

We strongly advise you to submit your application at least two months in advance for courses requiring a student visa.

Type of Visas / Immigration Status:
F-1 - A visa for full-time students qualified to attend a college, university, or any educational institution in the United States offering language-training programs.
F-2 - A visa required for the spouse and/or children of an F-1 student to enter the United States.
B-1 - A "visitor" visa for people entering the United States temporarily for business purposes.
B-2 - A "visitor" visa for people entering the United States temporarily for pleasure or for medical treatment.
J-1 - An "education and cultural exchange" visa for people entering the United States to develop knowledge and skills in the fields of education, arts, and sciences.
J-2 - A visa required for the spouse and/or children of a J-1 visa holder to enter the United States.
Permanent Resident - Visa status granted to a foreign citizen who permanently lives and works in the United States.
US Citizenship - Fully entitled to U.S. protection, rights and privileges.

Are you currently in the U.S.?*

Do you currently have a U.S. Visa?*

Select your current U.S. Visa

Passport Number

Passport Expiration Date

Are you currently attending school in the U.S.?*

What is the name of the institution that issued your I-20?*
A certificate of eligibility (I-20) form is issued by the school to a full-time student who applies. If you are currently attending a school in the United States and intend to transfer, you must inform your current school since they issued your original I-20 form.

What is the SEVIS ID number of your current I-20?

Contact Information

Mailing Address
Note: The address information you enter will be used to mail any visa documents to you so be sure all information is accurate. Please enter all information using English letters.

Country

Street

City

Region

Postal Code

Is your home country address the same as the above mailing address?

Permanent Address
*Home Country Address

Country

Street

City

Region

Postal Code

Email Address
*This will be the email used for all application-related correspondence.

Phone Number
*Include your country code (example: France 33; Italy 39; Germany 49; Turkey 90)

Cell Phone Number
*Include your country code (example: France 33; Italy 39; Germany 49; Turkey 90)

Emergency Contact Information

Enter your parents or other family member's information here.

Emergency Contact First Name*

Emergency Contact Family Name*
(Last Name)

Emergency Contact Phone Number*

Emergency Contact Cell Phone Number

Emergency Contact Email*

Educational Background

Have you graduated from High School (Secondary School)?*

High School (Secondary School) Name
Begin typing the name of the school and then select the correct school from the list.
You may also search by your school's location.

High School (Secondary School) Graduation Year or Expected Graduation Year

Are you currently enrolled in, or have you previously attended, a College or University?*

College or University Name
Begin typing the name of the school and then select the correct school from the list.
You may also search by your school's location.

College or University Graduation Year or Expected Graduation Year

Application Checklist Document Upload

You can submit this application without the following materials but before we can process your application and send your I-20, we must have the following application materials. All application materials can be uploaded here OR you may send them directly to admissions@gonzaga.edu after submitting your application.

Copy of Passport (I.D. Page)

English Proficiency Exam Score Report such as Duolingo, iTEP, TOEFL, or IELTS

F-1 Visa

If available, please provide a copy of any active F-1 visa you may have, especially if you are transferring to Gonzaga from another institution. The admissions team would like to confirm the following: a. Your visa type and status (Current or Expired) b. Your current visa expiration date

As a part of the application, there may be required documents such as a Financial Declaration Form and/or a Bank Statement. We will reach out via email with instructions on how to complete these requirements.

Signature

My signature below indicates that all information contained in this application is factually and honestly presented.
I understand that offers of admission from Gonzaga University are conditional and are contingent upon the successful
and satisfactory completion of all academic work in progress.

Signature*

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