Part Time Options
CESL offers many affordable, part-time options during the day or evening to students who may be busy with jobs or other studies. CESL part-time options can enhance your life or further your career. UA international students may brush up on their weakest English language skills.
For more information: ceslptp@email.arizona.edu
Eligibility & Admission
Part-time study is open to students at least 18 years of age and/or high school graduates. Students must be literate in their first language and currently in the United States.
All students born after 1956 must show proof of MMR immunization. Print the Proof of Immunization Form
Students on certain non-immigrant visas may study up to 11.5 hours per week as part time students.
How to Apply for Part time study
Print Application and complete
1- Print application and complete
2- Pay tuition and fees ($250 per 30 hours of part time + $50 application fee)
3- Submit proof of vaccination of MMR
4- Take placement test (usually on a different day)
5- Receive score and/or schedule
6 -Begin class (es)
7- Purchase book (if necessary)
Commuter Visas for Mexico
Mexican citizens who reside near the border may secure an F-3 commuter visa that will allow them to travel to Tucson to attend class. Please complete both parts of the application: Application for English Study AND Application for Student Visa. You will need to include financial documents for F-3 visa.
We will send you an I-20 which you must take to the Consulate to secure the F-3 visa. Check the Consulate website for details.
Mexican residents of Sonora who require the I-20 for the F-3 visa, must prepay tuition with their applications. Tuition will be refunded if the visa is denied or the class is cancelled.
F-3 visa-holders may be eligible to apply for the SENTRI pass which will allow them to drive through the express vehicle lane when crossing the US border. You should get your visa first to prove you have legitimate business in the USA and then apply for the pass. For information about the SENTRI pass click here.






















