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    Academic Reading and Writing Summer Intensive Course
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    Academic Reading and Writing Summer Intensive Course

    by UCLA Summer Sessions

    UCLA's ESL 25 focuses on academic reading and writing through accelerated college coursework, with access to instructor office hours and writing support.

    Last verified: 6 Oct 2026Reviewed by:BSBen Stacy

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    Academic Reading and Writing Summer Intensive at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility

    Current status

    Upcoming

    Eligibility

    Intermediate to advanced English

    Age range / Year group

    Ages 15+

    Location / Region

    UCLA, Los Angeles, United States

    Cost

    From $420 per unit

    Duration

    3 weeks

    Format

    In-person

    Latest deadline

    17 July 2026 · Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.

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    Accommodation: Optional Olympic Hall Deluxe Triple
    Meals: 14/week with housing contract
    Residential age requirement: 17+ by 21 June 2026
    Credit / Outcome: UCLA credit and transcript
    Academic support: Office hours and Writing Center
    Placement: First-day ESL examination

    Academic Reading and Writing Summer Intensive summary

    ESL 25 is UCLA's academic reading and writing course within Summer Intensives. It offers a focused route into college-level academic English.

    The learning experience emphasizes reading comprehension and academic writing conventions. Instructor office hours and the Undergraduate Writing Center provide additional support.

    Consider it when improving academic English matters more than building a creative-writing portfolio. Expect a concentrated workload and a permanent academic record.

    What is Academic Reading and Writing Summer Intensive Course?

    Academic Reading and Writing is UCLA's ESL 25 course, offered through UCLA Summer Sessions as a Summer Intensive. It concentrates regular academic coursework into an accelerated study period. The academic focus is English reading comprehension and writing conventions and practices.

    Students join a university course rather than a separate admissions-preparation camp. Summer ESL begins with a placement examination, and students can seek help through instructor office hours and UCLA's Undergraduate Writing Center. Successful coursework earns college credit recorded on a UCLA transcript.

    Why Succeed highlights Academic Reading and Writing Summer Intensive

    • The academic English focus makes this a purposeful choice for students who want stronger reading comprehension and familiarity with university writing conventions.

    • UCLA college credit and a formal transcript give successful coursework a documented academic outcome.

    • Instructor office hours and Undergraduate Writing Center access offer useful support alongside an accelerated course.

    • Open enrollment avoids a separate selective-admission process while retaining university coursework expectations.

    Who is Academic Reading and Writing Summer Intensive for?

    Best for

    Students who already use English confidently enough to study academic texts and want focused practice with college writing conventions.

    Not ideal if

    You need beginner English instruction, a relaxed vacation schedule, or supervised residential care bundled with the course.

    Is Academic Reading and Writing Summer Intensive worth it?

    This is worth considering when academic English is a clear learning priority and you want to experience assessed university coursework. The combination of focused study, academic support, and a UCLA transcript gives the experience a practical purpose.

    The accelerated pace requires consistent attendance and can leave little room for competing commitments. Budget for tuition based on course units and student type, plus separately arranged housing if needed. Credit transfer depends on the receiving institution, and attending Summer Sessions does not confer an admissions advantage at UCLA.

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    Cost and what is included

    From $420 per unit; includes Academic reading and writing coursework, Instructor and teaching assistant office hours, Undergraduate Writing Center access for visiting students, UCLA college credit upon successful completion.

    Accommodation

    Optional Olympic Hall Deluxe Triple

    Meals

    14/week with housing contract

    Provider details

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    Dates and logistics

    3 weeks; UCLA, Los Angeles, United States.

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    How much preparation does Academic Reading and Writing Summer Intensive need?

    Effort level

    High during the intensive.

    Best started

    Begin planning several weeks before the next announced session; allow additional time for housing and visa arrangements.

    Main challenge

    Keeping up with concentrated coursework without missing class meetings.

    Typical preparation

    • Review ESL 25's course requirements and protect the session from vacation or timetable conflicts.

    • Calculate tuition using the course's confirmed units and your student type before paying the registration fee.

    • Practice reading academic texts and writing cohesive paragraphs ahead of the first-day placement examination.

    • Request disability accommodations immediately after enrollment and at least three weeks before the course starts, if needed.

    Useful if

    You want to strengthen academic English through university study.

    What do students do on Academic Reading and Writing Summer Intensive?

    You study academic reading and writing through an accelerated UCLA course, with a placement examination at the start and graded coursework recorded on your academic transcript.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Take the Summer ESL placement examination on the first day of classes.

    2. 2

      Attend the scheduled course meetings and complete the required coursework.

    3. 3

      Develop reading comprehension and familiarity with academic writing conventions and practices.

    4. 4

      Use instructor office hours or the Undergraduate Writing Center when you need academic help.

    5. 5

      View your final grade and access your UCLA transcript through MyUCLA.

    Academic Reading and Writing Summer Intensive dates and deadlines

    Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.

    Application deadline

    17 July 2026

    Session B3 enrollment/add deadline, 5 PM Pacific Time; later enrollment required instructor consent.

    Reference date

    Programme dates

    13-31 July 2026

    Reference date

    Eligibility and requirements

    • Visiting students: at least 15 by 22 June 2026.

    • Intermediate to advanced English required; beginners are not accommodated.

    • ESL 25 is approved for high school students.

    • First-day Summer ESL placement examination required.

    • Visiting students need experience comparable to any listed prerequisites.

    • College students and working professionals may also participate.

    How much does Academic Reading and Writing Summer Intensive cost?

    Visiting-student registration

    $350 — $175 for visiting UC students; non-refundable.

    Funding or discounts

    • Optional three-week housing: $1,362.87 — 2026 per-person Deluxe Triple contract with 14 meals weekly.
    • Summer Scholars Support: Full or partial scholarships — Limited need- and merit-based awards for California ninth- through eleventh-grade students.
    • UC student financial aid: Eligibility dependent — Visiting UC students apply through their home campus.

    What's included

    Academic reading and writing coursework, Instructor and teaching assistant office hours, Undergraduate Writing Center access for visiting students, UCLA college credit upon successful completion

    How to apply to Academic Reading and Writing Summer Intensive

    1. 1

      Find ESL 25 in UCLA's Schedule of Classes and review its requirements, units, meeting times, and modality.

    2. 2

      If you are a visiting student, complete the official registration form and select Summer Courses.

    3. 3

      Pay the applicable registration fee and follow the UID email instructions to create MyUCLA.

    4. 4

      Enroll in ESL 25 through MyUCLA and confirm that it appears on your Study List.

    5. 5

      Review and pay the remaining BruinBill charges.

    6. 6

      Current and incoming UCLA students enroll directly through MyUCLA.

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    What does Academic Reading and Writing Summer Intensive cover?

    The program covers the following focus areas.

    Reading comprehension

    Develop comprehension skills for academic English reading.

    Academic writing conventions

    Expand your understanding of conventions used in academic writing.

    Academic writing practices

    Build familiarity with writing practices for academic settings.

    Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.

    Who teaches on Academic Reading and Writing Summer Intensive?

    UCLA Summer Sessions instructors and teaching assistants offer office hours for questions and challenging material. Visiting students can also use the Undergraduate Writing Center for writing-related support.

    Where do students stay on Academic Reading and Writing Summer Intensive?

    Residential plan

    • Optional university housing: The 2026 housing option was an Olympic Hall Deluxe Triple room.
    • Housing meal plan: Housing contracts require the 14 Regular meal plan.
    • Separate housing eligibility: For 2026, students had to be at least 17 by June 21.
    • Independent booking: Apply through UCLA Housing and pay housing charges separately from tuition.

    Non-residential plan

    • Campus study resources: Summer students can use UCLA libraries, study spaces, and research consultations.

    At-large housing contracts do not provide student supervision.

    What happens after Academic Reading and Writing Summer Intensive?

    After completing this program, participants often pursue:

    Earn UCLA college credit through successful coursework completion.

    Record course units and grades on a formal UCLA transcript.

    Seek advance approval for credit transfer from your receiving institution.

    Develop reading comprehension and understanding of academic writing conventions.

    Attending UCLA Summer Sessions does not give an admissions advantage at UCLA or another UC school.

    Where does Academic Reading and Writing Summer Intensive take place?

    The course is offered at UCLA in Los Angeles, with access to campus libraries and writing support. UCLA provides campus maps and transportation information to help students plan their journey.

    UCLA does not provide airport transportation.

    Academic Reading and Writing Summer Intensive FAQs

    UCLA's Summer ESL courses are intended for intermediate to advanced learners. Students should already understand English beyond basic structures and vocabulary and be able to read intermediate texts and write cohesive paragraphs and essays.

    Yes. Summer ESL students must take a placement examination on the first day of classes.

    Summer Courses and Summer Intensives use open enrollment, without transcript or standardized-test submissions. Visiting students should still have experience comparable to any listed course prerequisites.

    Yes. Successfully completed UCLA Summer Sessions coursework earns college credit recorded on a UCLA transcript. Transfer credit is determined by the receiving institution.

    Instructors and teaching assistants offer office hours. Visiting students can also use the UCLA Undergraduate Writing Center for writing-related concerns.

    Housing is arranged and charged separately through UCLA Housing. The 2026 option was an Olympic Hall Deluxe Triple room with a required 14 Regular meal plan, for students at least 17 by June 21, 2026.

    Students can authorize third-party access through MyUCLA. Parents do not automatically receive access to grades or student records.

    Students enrolling only in ESL courses are exempt from providing proof of English proficiency. They still need the English skills required by the Summer ESL program, and separate visa requirements may apply.

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