Frequently Asked Questions

Tuition, student services and technology fees, and health insurance must be paid in full by the 5th day of classes. You can pay using Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, traveler's checks or cash. Your tuition and fees will be posted to your MyASU > Finances account. Visit ASU's billing page for more information.

Please know that the application fee is non-refundable. 

The enrollment deposit keeps your place in our program. The enrollment deposit is non-refundable, but it will be applied toward your overall tuition cost. 

If you are a sponsored student, you do not need to pay the enrollment deposit. 

You must have your passport, visa, I-20 (if you are an F-1 student), measles vaccination record, and method of payment for your enrollment deposit.

• Tell your student advisor that you want to transfer to the Global Launch English program. You should tell your advisor BEFORE you finish your current program.
• Submit your online application, non-refundable application fee, passport copy and statement of financial guarantee.
• Download and print the Global Launch F-1 Transfer-In Form, sign it, and ask your current school's student advisor to complete it.
• Send a copy, or have your advisor send a copy, of the completed F-1 Status Verification form to Global Launch.

You are eligible for the part-time incidental study. However, please note: if you begin studying in Global Launch while on a B visa (B-1, B-2), visa waiver, or border crossing card, a change to F-1 student status will not be possible unless you first exit the U.S., apply for and receive an F-1 student visa, and then re-enter the U.S. using the F-1 visa.

Your course level is determined by your Global Launch English placement test score. Students do not determine their own placement. You will be tested on reading, writing, listening, speaking, grammar and vocabulary. 

Yes, all students are required to take the placement test. Students cannot choose their level. Students will not be able to enroll in classes until the placement is taken.

You will receive your class level and schedule during orientation after you take the placement test. 

The fees pay for all Global Launch activities and use of all campus facilities except the Sun Devil Fitness Complex (SDFC) (SDFC membership costs $100 per semester or $25 per month). Please know that the application fee is non-refundable. 

No. Global Launch will waive the non-refundable application fee for our English Language program for applicants who are Conditionally Admitted to Arizona State University.

If you are not a Conditionally Admitted ASU student, the application fee is not refundable.

Yes, students can purchase a meal plan or buy meals individually. There are many cafeterias and restaurants on campus and within walking distance. Go to ASU's Sun Devil Dining page for more information.

Yes, please reach out to local organizations, browse the scholarship search portal and consider financial aid options. There are also private students loans available to fund for your education.

Yes, you can study part time in our Campus Immersion program. You will take classes for up to 12 hours per week. If you have questions about whether you are eligible for part time study, speak with a Global Launch advisor.

F-1 students are eligible to work on campus a maximum of 20 hours per week. Global Launch F-1 students are generally not authorized to work off campus. If an F-1 student works off campus this will risk their F-1 immigration status and may result in departure from the U.S. If you have any questions about what jobs you can accept, speak with a Global Launch advisor for information.

ASU requires all students to submit proof of 2 measles vaccinations or a blood test showing proof of measles immunity. Immunizations and lab tests are offered at all ASU Health Services locations. ASU Campus Health Center. 

Access the MMR form

If you are conditionally admitted to Arizona State University, you may NOT take classes at ASU while you are at Global Launch. 

Learn more about Conditional Admission. 

Yes, you will find helpful housing details and links to housing resources on our cost & fees page. It is best to reserve housing as soon as possible because housing is limited. 

Yes, you can mail or fax your financial guarantee, or send it via e-mail as an attached file. 

Fax: 1 (480) 223-6315

Email: GlobalLaunch@asu.edu

Yes. All students with F-1 visas are required to buy health insurance through Global Launch unless they provide proof of the alternate ASU-approved health insurance. For questions, contact GlobalLaunch@asu.edu.

Unfortunately, we do not accept payment by mail. The non-refundable application fee must be paid online. Once you complete your application online, you will receive a link to pay your non-refundable application fee.

• Students who successfully complete the Advanced 2 level receive a program Certificate of Completion from Arizona State University’s Global Launch program.
• Students who successfully complete a special group program receive a program certificate.

Yes, you can register for the next Global Launch session while you are attending classes in the English Language program. 

The $125 online non-refundable application fee may be paid by credit card or via wire transfer through Flywire. 

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