2023 / 2024

ENG LI S H LA N GUAGE IN ST I T U T E
WH E RE T HE WO R L D CO M ES TO G E T H ER

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Intensive English Academic Calendar

1 August 21 - October 12
Program (IEP) Fall 2023
8 weeks 2 October 17 - December 14
For individuals who want to improve their
English and experience U.S. culture and student Spring 2024 1 January 4 - February 27
life on a large, traditional university campus 8 weeks 2 February 29 - April 29*
Summer 2024 1 May 6 - June 17
All ELI teachers have master’s degrees in Teaching
English as a Second Language (TESL), and many 6 weeks 2 June 20 - August 2
have lived and taught outside of the United States.
Fall 2024 1 August 19 - October 10
5 levels of study (high beginning to advanced) 8 weeks 2 October 15 - December 12
The ELI Placement Exam on the first day of the ses-
* Spring 2 dates include one week of no classes (Spring Break).
sion is used to place you in the appropriate level for
each class.
Cost per Session
Students will study 20 hours per week of core (U.S. dollars)
classes and can also take 1-5 additional hours Fall/Spring Summer
(8 weeks) (6 weeks)
per week in optional classes, workshops and
seminars. Tuition $2,316 $2,316

Core Classes UA student fee $684 $504

Reading/Writing, Speaking/Listening, Medical lnsurance $490 $390
and Structure (Grammar) Books $170 * $170*
Student Activities **Housing $1,565 * $1,675*
Concerts, shopping, recreational sports, weekend Food $1,066 * $1,066*
trips to nearby locations (eg: beach, mountains)
and cities (eg: Atlanta, New Orleans) Total cost/session $6,291 $6,121
* estimate / ** on-campus, limited availability
Sample Seminar Topics
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Sporting events
1. Choose your start date from the sessions listed in
U.S. southern culture the Academic Calendar.
Movies & music
2. Complete and submit the online application*
(eli.ua.edu).
3. Pay the required $75 application fee.
Program Details
Session length 4. Upload your passport and financial support
document.
8 weeks (fall/spring)
*Minimum age for students is 17 years old.
6 weeks (summer)
Short sessions available (3-4 weeks) For more information, visit eli.ua.edu and click on
the How to Apply tab.
Enrollment/study period
1-12 months
Single session (full or half) When the ELI receives and approves all documents,
Multiple sessions you will receive an email with instructions on how to
pay the required tuition deposit ($250).
Classroom instruction
20-25 class hours per full week
Small classes After you are accepted for admission, you will
Professional teachers receive:
1. An email confirming your admission
Cultural activities outside of class
2. An email that includes:
Campus immersion a. Your letter of acceptance for admission
b. Your I-20 OR your DS-2019 document
Certificate awarded at end of session
c. More instructions about IEP admission,
enrollment, and your travel to the
Accredited Program United States
Please review your documents carefully and follow
the instructions. Contact the ELI office if you have
questions or concerns.
 Highlighted Programs Academic Admission to UA
Meet U.S. Students Conditional Admission
There are many ways to meet native English speakers. Apply for conditional admission to The University of
Alabama (UA) if you need to improve your English.
Culturally Speaking Conditional admission is available to:
• Free optional class • Undergraduate students (Bachelor’s degree)
• Meets twice a week • Graduate students (Master’s or Doctoral degree)
• Includes small groups If you have conditional admission, you will begin your
• For students in levels 2-6 studies in the UA English Language Institute (ELI).

Culture & Language Exchange Program Pathway to UA

• Request a language partner English+Academic Credit
• Be matched with a university student Pathway to UA allows students to earn academic
• Meet for conversations credit toward their degree and improve their English
at the same time.
Speaking/Listening 5 & 6 Courses Program Details
• University students join these Students will study in Pathway to UA for one or two
courses twice a week semesters. After completing this program, students
• Students discuss a wide range will have 12-17 credits and will begin taking full-
of topics in small groups time courses for credit.
• A great way for higher level students
to improve their English One-semester program
• English requirement = 79+ iBT, 6.0+ IELTS,
and IEP Level 6
Multi-Cultural Coffee Hour
• Possible start dates = January or August
• Enjoy free coffee, tea and snacks
• Academic credit earned = 12-17 credit hours
• Get to know and speak with university
students, faculty and staff • Tuition cost = $16,200 (estimate)
• Meets weekly Two-semester program
• English requirement = 72-78 iBT, 5.5 IELTS,
and IEP Level 5
• Possible start dates = January or August
• Academic credit earned = 15-20 credit hours
• Tuition cost = $24,975 (estimate)

The Crimson Promenade

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Student Services Center & Plaza UA Student Center

NASA Space & Rocket Center - Alabama

Game Day Fun

Multi-Cultural Coffee Hour Hiking at Lake Lurleen

Accommodations Campus Life

On-campus housing available: Walk to classes, The University of Alabama has one of the
enjoy the convenience, make friends, and experience largest and most beautiful campuses in the
campus life! Most ELI students live in dormitory-style United States, with lots of trees, flowers,
residence halls, though sometimes apartment-style grass and open spaces.
housing is available at a higher cost.
UA events: Participate in a wide variety of academic,
Meals in campus cafeterias, nearby restaurants or cultural, recreational, and social events on campus,
in your residence hall: including lectures, concerts, theater performances
Buy a meal plan, pay for your meals individually, or and sporting events.
buy groceries from a local supermarket and prepare
your own meals! Special activities for ELI students: Participate in
special cultural and recreational activities for ELI
students, including weekend trips to nearby cities
and attractions as well as weekly local activities.

UA campus facilities: Enjoy access to all student

facilities at UA, including libraries, computer labs,
the Student Health Center, outdoor recreational
facilities and the student recreation centers.
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Crimson Ride

Fresh Foods Dining Hall The Quad, Denny Chimes

Starbucks, UA Student Center Burke Residence Hall

Student Recreation Center Student Health Center

Transportation Safety
From and to the airport UA.EDU/CAMPUSLIFE/SAFETY: UA’s portal
The ELI assists with arrangements for transportation to safety-resources available to you on campus:
between the Birmingham, Alabama airport (BHM) university police, emergency preparedness,
and the UA campus. Please contact the ELI office for counseling, UA alerts.
more information. APP.UA.EDU | University of
From and to the local train or bus station Alabama Mobile application:
The ELI assists with arrangements for transportation Stay connected, even while on the
between the local train or bus station and the UA go. Instantly access the campus
campus. Please contact the ELI office for more directory, map, news feed, events,
information. videos, images, library, athletics,
courses, iTunes U, Crimson
In the city: Public transportation is available within Ride, Get Help, Alumni, Game
the city of Tuscaloosa. Walking is also very common; Day, Student Services, Rave
for example, it takes 30 minutes to walk downtown Guardian, Action Card, Laundry,
from the UA campus. Learn – Blackboard, Supe Store,
On campus: Students can easily move around WellBama, and 348 Ride.
campus by walking, riding a bicycle or taking one of For all platforms

the free campus buses. Mobile Web

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The UA English Language Institute, established in 1982, offers a year-round, 6-level Intensive English Program for
non-native English speakers. With over 7,000 alumni in roughly 95 countries, the ELI enrolls students from around
the world in each of its 6 annual sessions.

The University of Alabama (UA) English Language Institute (ELI)

• Public university • Established 1982
• Founded 1831 • Students from around the world
• 38,000+ students • 20-25 hours of class per week
• 200+ degree programs • Professional teachers
• Large, beautiful campus • Small classes (5 levels of study)
• Campus housing & meals
• Cultural/recreational activities
• TOEFL/IELTS not needed for UA admission

English Language Institute

The University of Alabama
Box 870250
101 BB Comer Hall
Tuscaloosa, AL 35487-0250 | USA

Tel: +1 205-348-7413 | Fax: +1 205-348-9266

info@eli.ua.edu | eli.ua.edu

@uaeli1 @uaeli1 @ua_eli

Contact: +1 205-454-8066

The University of Alabama is an equal-opportunity educational institution/employer.